About IC² Institute
The IC2 Institute was established at The University of Texas at Austin in 1977, as a think-and-do tank to explore the broad economic, technological, and human factors that drive economic development in regions.
Our mission is to better understand and catalyze communities outside major urban areas to become more collaborative and resilient through a human-centered approach.
We deliver impact with research and programs that look at eco-system of business, government, and education that drive regional economies in smaller communities. As a research Institute, we lead and catalyze cutting-edge research that serves society on behalf of the University of Texas at Austin. We actively engage with community leaders, government, industry, philanthropies, and other researchers to address the cross-cutting issues and opportunities for smaller, remote communities.
Team
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Executive Director
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Deputy Executive Director
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Director, Bureau of Business Research
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Director, Operations & Project Management
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Director, Strategy & Engagement
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Senior Research Scientist
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Senior Research Scientist
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Senior Research Scientist Emeritus
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Research Associate
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Admin Services Officer & Senior Human Resources Coordinator
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Senior Admin & Program Coordinator
Students
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Emilio Cantu
Undergraduate Student Associate.
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Cat DeLaura
Graduate Sr. Student Associate. Moody College of Communications, MA in Journalism (Fall 2020).
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Stephenson Gokingco
Undergraduate Research Assistant.
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Sophia Henessey
Undergraduate Research Assistant. Moody College of Communications, BA in Communications.
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Caroline Jones
Graduate Sr. Student Associate. LBJ School of Public Affairs, MPAff.
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Daniel Lazcano
Undergraduate Research Assistant. B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Cockrell School of Engineering, Spring 2021.
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Wendy Montana
Undergraduate Student Associate. BS in Mechanical Engineering, Cockrell School of Engineering & Human Dimensions of Organizations, College of Liberal Arts, Spring 2022.
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Mayra Pacheco
Graduate Research Assistant.
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Evan Pan
Undergraduate Research Assistant.
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Sophia Schreffler-Zegarra
Undergraduate Student Associate. College of Liberal Arts, BA in Geography (Fall 2020).
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Ridha Syed
Undergraduate Student Associate. McCombs School of Business, BBA.
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Kara Takasaki
Graduate Research Assistant.
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Amber-Lynn Williams
Undergraduate Student Associate. School of Architecture.
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Yina Wu
Undergraduate Student Associate. McCombs School of Business, BBA.
Advisory Board
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Ellen RayStillwater Foundation
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Duncan Stewart
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Sarah Riggs Amico
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Mario Espinoza
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Chris Jarvis
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Mark Calhoun
Faculty Advisory Council
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Dr Andrew Dillon
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Dr Clay Spinuzzi
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Dr David Eaton
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Dr Janet Ellzey
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Dr John Traphagan
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Doreen Lorenzo
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Dr Luis Martins
Affiliated Groups
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Austin Technology Incubator
The Austin Technology Incubator (ATI) is the deep technology incubator of The University of Texas at Austin working with university and community entrepreneurs to commercialize their breakthrough innovations. Founded in 1989 at the IC² Institute by Dr. George Kozmetsky, ATI has used a customized approach to support entrepreneurs addressing the world’s most pressing problems by connecting startups with the expertise, relationships, and funding sources they need to succeed in the marketplace. ATI is home to a number of specialized incubators which include – circular economy, energy, food & agtech, healthcare, mobility, and water.
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Blackstone LaunchPad
Blackstone LaunchPad
at The University of Texas at Austin believes that entrepreneurship is for everyone. The LaunchPad is a centralized, cross-curricular, accessible hub for entrepreneurship on campus. They offer students, faculty, and staff a variety of resources at all stages of ideas and venture development
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Human Dimensions of Organizations
The University of Texas at Austin is proud to offer Human Dimensions of Organizations (HDO), which offers an Executive MA degree, Professional Training, and an Undergraduate Major. Drawing on an innovative combination of the humanities, behavioral sciences, and social sciences, HDO meets a need not addressed by existing education options: a deep understanding of people, the key components of any organization.
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Master of Science in Technology Commercialization
In 1996, the IC² Institute developed and launched the Master of Science in Science and Technology Commercialization degree program—the first ever technology commercialization degree program and the first UT Austin degree program with an option to take entirely online. Now at the UT Austin McCombs School of Business, the renamed Master of Science in Technology Commercialization (MSTC) program combines cutting-edge technology and hands-on entrepreneurship, resulting in the creation of innovative ventures and products.
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Global Innovation Lab
To meet the needs of international partners and sponsors, IC² started the Global Commercialization Group in 2001, creating and delivering technology commercialization training and international business development programs around the world. Now renamed the Global Innovation Lab, the team reports to the Senior Vice Provost for Global Engagement. Global Innovation Lab trains and supports entrepreneurs in their communities to overcome local challenges, create jobs, and drive sustainable economic development.