Don Crippen

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About Don Crippen

Choose a job you love, and you won't work a day in your life." For me, this rings true every day as I collaborate with policymakers, ecosystem champions, and partners across public and private sectors to empower innovators who are shaping a better world through innovation. With two decades of technical, management, and leadership experience spanning private, public, and non-profit sectors, I specialize in delivering objective, practical, and results-driven guidance. My mission is to unlock opportunities, address unique organizational challenges, and position clients for sustainable, long-term success. As a natural pathfinder and connector, I equip clients with the strategies, tools, and resources they need to drive growth and innovation. My areas of expertise include business development, finance, strategic planning, governance, R&D, commercialization, exporting, capital acquisition, talent development, and immigration support. Every day, I am inspired to help organizations thrive, innovate, and make a meaningful impact on the world. Let’s connect and explore how we can work together to achieve your goals.