Jodi Goldstein

Jodi Goldstein is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in innovation, entrepreneurship, and advisory roles. Currently serving as Strategic Advisor and Executive-in-Residence at Harvard Innovation Labs, Goldstein has played a key role in shaping the i-lab's strategic vision and supporting venture creation since June 2020. Additionally, Goldstein is an Advisor at XRC Ventures and a Mentor in Residence at Techstars, contributing expertise in retail technology and consumer goods sectors. As a member of the Board of Trustees at the University of Vermont, Goldstein chairs several committees, enhancing governance and policy development. Goldstein's past leadership includes serving as Executive Director and Co-Founder of Harvard Innovation Labs, where significant advancements in cross-disciplinary collaboration were achieved, and as Interim President of Chew, transforming it into a food innovation hub. With a strong educational background, including an MBA from Harvard Business School and a Bachelor of Science in International Business from the University of Vermont, Goldstein exemplifies a commitment to driving innovation and strategic growth.