Activation Capital announced today that Chandra Briggman, president and chief executive officer of Activation Capital, will depart the organization to pursue new opportunities to build innovation ecosystems and drive economic development. “Chandra Briggman’s pivotal time at Activation Capital has been defined by impact, and her impressive body of work has energized our region,” said Michael Rao, chairman of the Virginia Biotechnology Research Partnership Authority Board and Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) president. “In 2020, Chandra was recruited from Boston/Cambridge, MA, to grow the economic impact of Activation Capital. In four years, two of which were at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, she helped reenergize the organization with a new vision and strategy. Chandra executed a bold roadmap that has since grown our regional innovation economy and strengthened Activation Capital’s sustainability model for the future.” Chandra has served as president and CEO of Activation Capital since May of 2020 and, since that time, has grown Activation Capital into a leading innovation ecosystem development organization known for its bold vision and effectiveness at building and creating impact at the speed of a startup. Her work at Activation Capital included a strategic pivot and sharpening of the organization’s operational model. Read more about Chandra's significant success milestones here: https://lnkd.in/eNCRvRhT
Activation Capital
Technology, Information and Internet
Richmond, VA 1,987 followers
Growing life sciences & advanced tech startups. Leading entrepreneurship and ecosystem development in Central Virginia.
About us
Activation Capital's mission is to grow life sciences and other advanced technology innovation by promoting scientific research and economic development that attracts and creates new jobs and companies. With 1.2 million square feet of space developed on over 34 acres, its Virginia Bio+Tech Park is the hub of life science and technology innovations in Central Virginia. Activation Capital also serves as a leading innovation ecosystem development organization providing social, knowledge, and financial capital to clusters, entrepreneur support organizations, and entrepreneurs – accelerating their progress through development and maturation.
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http://www.activation.capital
External link for Activation Capital
- Industry
- Technology, Information and Internet
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Richmond, VA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Specialties
- Tech, High growth, startup, life sciences, advanced technology, entrepreneurship, ecosystem development, entrepreneur, biotech, biotechnology, and health tech
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Primary
800 E Leigh St
Richmond, VA 23219, US
Employees at Activation Capital
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Kipton Currier
I build new things that help people.
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Vanessa Womack
Inclusive Community Development Consultant, College Professor, and BoardSource Consultant
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Chandra Briggman
President/CEO l Activation Capital l Emerging Tech Enthusiast l Ecosystem Builder l Strategist l Innovator
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Laura Frew
Scientific Recruiter at Workforce Genetics - connecting top talent to GMP roles at leading biotech companies AND Contract Recruiter with Activation…
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RESEARCH. INNOVATE. AND CREATE. Learn more about plans for an Innovation Center that will host a thriving ecosystem of innovation in one building and will serve as a nexus of collaborative research and entrepreneurial programming. Grow with us here: https://lnkd.in/eWhuigvp #innovationcenter #biotech #innovationecosystem #entrepreneurs #activationcapital #biohealth #medicaldevice #healthcare #lifesciences #innovation #startup #entrepreneurship
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Join us for the next "Petersburg Empower Hour - Unlocking Business Opportunities" featuring Vanessa Womack, Inclusive Community Development Coordinator consultant at Activation Capital and Alliance for Building Better Medicine, on Tuesday Jul 23, 2024 from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM EDT. The Metropolitan Business League's monthly Empower Hour Meetings are held at the City Point Innovation Center in Petersburg. Business leaders, decision makers, and community builders are encouraged to participate in the meetings to share business opportunities and potential partnerships, and to learn from one another. The upcoming Empower Hour will offer a thought-provoking Empower Hour workshop titled "Why Inclusive Community Development is Critical to Grow the APM and Biotech Ecosystem in Region 4." Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gHwspQ9f
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🚀 It's almost time for the 3rd Annual BLCK Street Conference! 🚀 Circle August 4-5, 2024 on your calendar and get ready to connect with inspiring business leaders. This empowering experience will leave you motivated to elevate your game. Don’t miss out! Tickets on sale now: blckstreetconference.com. JWC Foundation #blckstreetconference23 #blackstreetconference #theblckstreet #richmondva #JWCFoundation #SupportBlackBusiness
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The latest episode of BioBlast with Devin Zitelman, a show that celebrates influencers and decision makers in the life science and biotech industry, features Chandra Briggman, President and CEO of Activation Capital. BioBlast is collaborating with BioBuzz to feature BioBuzz Community Builder Award nominees. Use the link below to watch Devin, who is the Director of Scientific Real Estate Advisory Services at Scheer Partners, and Chandra discuss her journey building Activation Capital into a leading innovation ecosystem development organization and the organization's work to grow life sciences and other advanced technology innovation by promoting scientific research, commercialization, and ecosystem development. ➡️ Watch on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gMUpXvwR ➡️ Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/g3fEXgR4 #activationcapital #biotech #biohealth #medicaldevice #healthcare #lifesciences #innovation #innovationecosystem #startup #entrepreneurship #BioBlast #BioBuzz
Ep 19 - A Conversation with Chandra Briggman of Activation Capital
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Don't miss the "Petersburg Empower Hour - Unlocking Business Opportunities" on July 23, 2024, featuring Vanessa Womack from Activation Capital and the Alliance for Building Better Medicine! Join us to explore why inclusive community development is crucial for growing the APM and biotech ecosystem in Region 4. 🌟 #EmpowerHour #CommunityDevelopment #BiotechEcosystem The Metropolitan Business League
Mark your calendars for "Petersburg Empower Hour - Unlocking Business Opportunities" featuring Vanessa Womack, Inclusive Community Development Coordinator consultant at Activation Capital and Alliance for Building Better Medicine, on Tuesday Jul 23, 2024 from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM EDT. This thought-provoking Empower Hour workshop is titled "Why Inclusive Community Development is Critical to Grow the APM and Biotech Ecosystem in Region 4." The Metropolitan Business League's monthly Empower Hour Meetings are held at the City Point Innovation Center in Petersburg, and are designed to initiate membership dialogue around issues of mutual concern and to provide opportunities for networking. Business leaders and decision makers are encouraged to attend the meetings to discuss specific business opportunities, potential partnerships, and relatable business topics. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gHwspQ9f
Petersburg Empower Hour- Unlocking Business Opportunities
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Thank you Richmond BizSense and Ianne Salvosa for sharing the launch of Frontier BioHealth! Our new and transformative program is designed to provide highly specialized training, targeted mentorship, and relationship building to help scale pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, and health-focused consumer products companies. Funded by Activation Capital, each company will receive months of concierge, mentorship-based programming, networking opportunities, and custom-built educational programming to demystify life sciences venture-building and healthcare regulatory frameworks. Participants will make key connections to local and national investor networks, receive support for engaging federal government funding, and receive hands-on guidance around deep tech venture building! Funded [in part] through a Grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Read more at Richmond BizSense: https://lnkd.in/eCmu6BnQ #frontierbiohealth #activationcapital #pharmaceutica #biotech #biohealth #medicaldevice #healthcare #lifesciences #innovation #innovationecosystem #startup #entrepreneurship gener8tor FedTech Fat Robin
Life sciences startup support program looks to boost biohealth industry in Richmond
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🚀 Deadline Today! 🚀 https://lnkd.in/eWRg5Csq Today is the final day to apply for the Frontier BioHealth program! Don't miss out on this chance to join a community of forward-thinking entrepreneurs and industry leaders. Apply now and be part of the future of medicine and scientific discovery! ⏳ #LastChance #ApplyToday #FrontierBioHealth #ActivationCapital #BioTech #BioHealth #MedicalDevice #Healthcare #LifeSciences #Innovation #InnovationEcosystem #Startup #Entrepreneurship gener8tor FedTech Fat Robin
Frontier BioHealth is calling all startups in pharmaceutical, biotech, medical devices, and consumer health! The new program is open to local entrepreneurs as well as teams based anywhere in the United States. We embrace technologies requiring substantial research and development and teams ready to unlock their scientific discoveries’ commercialization potential. Funded by Activation Capital, each company will receive months of concierge, mentorship-based programming, networking opportunities, and custom-built educational programming to demystify life sciences venture-building and healthcare regulatory frameworks. Participants will make connections to local and national investor networks, receive support for engaging federal government funding, and receive hands-on guidance around deep tech venture building. Use the link below to apply by June 17! Funded [in part] through a Grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration. https://lnkd.in/e3SwKNWJ #frontierbiohealth #activationcapital #pharmaceutica #biotech #biohealth #medicaldevice #healthcare #lifesciences #innovation #innovationecosystem #startup #entrepreneurship gener8tor FedTech Fat Robin
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Frontier BioHealth is calling all startups in pharmaceutical, biotech, medical devices, and consumer health! The new program is open to local entrepreneurs as well as teams based anywhere in the United States. We embrace technologies requiring substantial research and development and teams ready to unlock their scientific discoveries’ commercialization potential. Funded by Activation Capital, each company will receive months of concierge, mentorship-based programming, networking opportunities, and custom-built educational programming to demystify life sciences venture-building and healthcare regulatory frameworks. Participants will make connections to local and national investor networks, receive support for engaging federal government funding, and receive hands-on guidance around deep tech venture building. Use the link below to apply by June 17! Funded [in part] through a Grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration. https://lnkd.in/e3SwKNWJ #frontierbiohealth #activationcapital #pharmaceutica #biotech #biohealth #medicaldevice #healthcare #lifesciences #innovation #innovationecosystem #startup #entrepreneurship gener8tor FedTech Fat Robin
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In addition to this week's Frontier BioHealth segment on WWBT NBC 12 featuring Jim Pannucci, PhD, the new educational and support program is also highlighted in a full length article on the station's homepage! Use the link below to learn more about Frontier BioHealth's highly specialized training, targeted mentorship, and relationship building opportunities for pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, and health-focused consumer products companies. High-potential teams are encouraged to apply by June 17 to receive customized educational programming to aid in navigating product and company scale-up, expert coaching from global thought leaders and serial biomedical entrepreneurs, and access to investors and corporate partners. Read more on NBC12 here and share with others: https://lnkd.in/e_b5PP-z And apply for Frontier BioHealth here: https://lnkd.in/eWRg5Csq Frontier BioHealth is funded [in part] through a Grant with the U.S. Small Business Administration. #frontierbiohealth #activationcapital #pharmaceutical #biotech #biohealth #medicaldevice #healthcare #lifesciences #innovation #innovationecosystem #startup #entrepreneurship gener8tor FedTech Fat Robin
Frontier BioHealth by Activation Capital is Catalyzing Life Science Startups, Apply Now
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