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Mark Parker

USF CONNECT

Develops overall marketing and communications strategy and coordinates a wide variety of programs and activities designed to promote and publicize USF CONNECT, the Tampa Bay Technology Incubator, and the Student Innovation Incubator.

Manager, Marketing and Communications

Future Proof Consulting Group

• Provide design thinking training to companies to increase innovation and critical thinking skills.
• Assess entrepreneurial mindset of employees to enhance problem-solving abilities.
• Collaborate with teams to develop customized training programs for clients.

Consultant

Little Seed Venture

Founder and CEO

National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE)

Responsible for planning, development and implementation of all NACCE marketing strategies, marketing communications, and public relations activities. Oversees development and implementation of support materials and services.  Directs the efforts of the marketing, communications and public relations contractors and coordinates at the strategic level with VP of Strategic Engagement and the President/CEO.

Sr. Director of Marketing and Communications

Hillsborough Community College

Associate Professor, Entrepreneurship, Management and Marketing

Co-Founder InLab

Hillsborough Community College STRIVE

The STRIVE program is a NEW entrepreneurship training program offered through Syracuse University's Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF), in partnership with Hillsborough Community College (HCC).  The STRIVE program offers Veterans, active duty, Reserve/Guard, and their spouses with an opportunity to take an early stage business, or business idea through a rigorous 6-week training program. The program leads to post program support both locally as well as nationally through the IVMF network. If accepted, this program is completely free of charge. Participants that complete the program, and meet certain requirements will qualify to apply for funding through the HCC Everyday Entrepreneur Venture Seed Fund.

Program CoDirector

InLab@HCC

Co Founder

E2venture

State of Florida

Special Assistant to Governor Jeb Bush

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Delaware

Director of Public Relations and Volunteers

With over 25 years of experience spanning  entrepreneurship, management, and marketing, I thrive at the intersection of education, innovation, and economic development. As an Associate Professor for 15 years, I have shaped the next generation of leaders through courses in Management, Marketing, Business Communications, and Entrepreneurship. My passion lies in empowering students, faculty, businesses and the community to foster an entrepreneurial mindset that drives real-world impact.

Previously, as Sr. Director of Marketing and Communications at NACCE, I led strategic initiatives that reached over 2,000 community colleges and influenced 3.3 million students nationwide. My work included spearheading marketing and PR efforts, co-authoring two books on entrepreneurship education, and launching initiatives that support veterans and their families.

Beyond the classroom, I now collaborate with USF CONNECT, contributing to programs that drive entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic development. My work supports startups in incubators and accelerators, faculty, and students in building sustainable businesses and fostering a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.

For over 14 years, I’ve proudly served at Hillsborough Community College, mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs and championing the role of community colleges as catalysts for innovation and economic growth. I believe in the power of education to transform lives and am dedicated to creating dynamic learning environments that nurture talent, spark creativity, and fuel success.

Let’s connect and explore opportunities to drive innovation, empower students, and build thriving entrepreneurial ecosystems!

Beth Kerly

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