March 20, 2023–Dave Ollila, Systems thinker, Serial entrepreneur, Innovator and Business leader
Date - March 20, 2023, 5:30 pm
Topic - Innovation in the outdoor industry and the potential opportunity for Michigan and the UP
Sponsor - UPPCO
David Ollila is a systems thinker, serial entrepreneur, innovator and business leader, he holds 16 patents spanning hardware to technology, most of which are in the outdoor recreation sector. David excels in building new ventures, developing products and cultivating relationships across numerous industries.
David has led the development of platforms that cultivate entrepreneurship in both urban and rural communities. Understanding that pursuing new business ideas can be daunting and support is not always inclusive or accessible, David created programs to assist passionate innovators build products, services, and startups of their own. Central to that effort is designing ecosystems that foster high-energy collaboration innovation and discovery among diverse teams. David recently secured initial funding from the MEDC for Shophouse Park….
