Alison Gilbert, director of the Center for Entrepreneurship at Monmouth University, has been named to the Innovate100 Leaders list and recognized as a community leader.
The annual roster highlights individuals making significant contributions to the state’s innovative ecosystem. Honorees represent a range of sectors, including startups, corporations, nonprofits, government, and academia.
“This recognition reflects the innovation and entrepreneurial activity we’re cultivating at the Center for Entrepreneurship here at Monmouth. This honor is a testament to our growing community of ambitious students, alumni, dedicated faculty, partners, regional entrepreneurs, and Monmouth leadership—collectively fueling this activity across the university and throughout the region. I am inspired by all the entrepreneurs we’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with and support, and I am excited to continue helping to grow a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem,” Gilbert said.
The Innovate100 initiative is a collaboration between New Jersey Business magazine, the state’s longest-standing business publication, and Innovation+, a curated global community of engaged entrepreneurs and innovators.
Alumna Jenna Guadio ’09, co-president of Vydia, was also named to the list in the technology category.