Parker Sheedy

Parker Sheedy is an experienced professional in global partnerships and business development, currently serving at Techstars since April 2024. Previously, Parker held the position of Director of International Partnerships and Strategic Growth at the New York City Economic Development Corporation, focusing on attracting startups to the NYC region. With a background in operations and infrastructure management as a Senior Advisor for the Office of the Mayor of New York City, Parker has also worked with sweetgreen as Deputy Chief of Staff to the CEO and has held various roles in the Obama Administration, managing trade and investment projects. Educational credentials include an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BA in Classics from Emory University.