New Mexico LEEP Team

Candice oversees New Mexico LEEP’s strategy development, operations and overall program implementation.

Molly develops and oversees entrepreneur programs, market assessments and is contributing to New Mexico LEEP’s program, market and training strategies.

Nathan leads efforts to integrate technology innovation, transition, and transfer across the Laboratory, fostering an entrepreneurial mindset through workshops, funding opportunities, collaborative initiatives, and accelerator programs. Through LEE, he works to bridge national laboratory research with commercialization pathways that advance LANL’s national security mission while contributing to New Mexico’s economic development.

Kelly leads the New Mexico LEEP application process and facilitates pairing of fellows with laboratory talent and resources.

Katie supports entrepreneurships programs, focusing on marketing and communications.

Lauren oversees a broad portfolio of programs and initiatives, including New Mexico LEEP, that drive economic progress in Los Alamos and Northern New Mexico that provide services to businesses.

Colleen oversees Los Alamos National Laboratory technology commercialization programs for scientists and postdocs. She is supporting New Mexico LEEP as part of this broader portfolio of programs.

Strategic Leadership Council

Abhi is a Growth Strategist and an Innovation Evangelist having served the global technology industry for over 23 years orchestrating over $1.2B of Enterprise Software and Digital Strategy engagements, as well as serving as an Operating Partner for CerraCap Ventures.

Zig is a scientist in the Intelligence and Space Research group at LANL. With a decade of experience as an astrophysicist, his current research supports national security efforts using reinforcement learning, generative modeling, and high performance computing.

Jim is a seasoned technology and investment professional with a principle focus on companies with technologies that can have a positive impact on operational efficiencies, particularly in the US national security markets.

Alex is the Cofounder and CEO of Amplify Computing, a company focused on advancing next-generation computing systems for the world’s most demanding applications. He brings deep technical expertise and leadership experience across advanced materials, hardware innovation, and science-driven commercialization. Prior to Amplify Computing, Alex worked at the intersection of research, entrepreneurship, and technology development, and he holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from UC Berkeley.

Richard is an experienced health care executive with broad experience in science, medicine and medical product development. He has served as Chairman and CEO of public and private companies in the biotechnology and medical technology sectors, and was a managing director of MPM Capital, one of the largest global life science funds.

Victoria is Global Head of Innovation & New Ventures at Chemonics International and Chief Investment Officer of Alchemi Ventures, Chemonics’ corporate venture capital arm. Previously, she led ecosystem strategy at Walden Catalyst Ventures, a Silicon Valley-based deeptech venture capital firm, and served as Global Head of Innovation & Entrepreneurship for the University of California system, including its three U.S. National Laboratories.

Richard is an investor, advisor, and professor of entrepreneurship. He is Chairman Emeritus of Tech Coast Angels (TCA), the largest angel organization in the U.S, where he also sits on the Board of Governors.

Chris is a former C-suite executive with over 35 years of global experience in healthcare technology industries. He has held top leadership roles at large multinational companies, developing deep domain knowledge in multiple clinical fields alongside extensive corporate M&A experience. In addition, Chris has been active in many non-executive board positions, and is well versed in early-stage company development and operations. Chris is a Managing Partner at Tramway Ventures, New Mexico’s healthcare technology venture capital group.

David spent his career in technology development in the private sector and at Los Alamos National Laboratory. He is now a Board Member of the New Mexico Angels where he actively advises and invests in early-stage New Mexico companies.

Yeri is a leader at IronGate Capital Advisors, where he focuses on investment strategy and strategic partnerships supporting innovative, growth-stage companies. He brings experience spanning venture engagement, ecosystem development, and cross-sector collaboration, working closely with founders and investors to support long-term value creation.