The Innovation Team

Director of Innovation
Abby leads the implementation of the strategic plan for supporting innovation, commercialization,
technology transfer and economic development activities at SJSU.
Phone: 408-924-3811
Email: abby.queale@sjsu.edu

Industry Research Alliances Specialist
Jason brokers research agreements and collaborations with industry partners to increase
innovation opportunities for faculty and staff at SJSU.
Phone: 408-924-1300
Email: jason.h.kim@sjsu.edu


Innovation Programs Facilitator
Jalyn helps coordinate programs focused on developing industry collaboration, technology
transfer and entrepreneurship support programs and activities.
Phone: 408-924-3324
Email: jalyn.pambid@sjsu.edu

Program Manager, SpartUp Incubator
Eli manages and grows the SpartUp Incubator programs, events, and workshops for the
purpose of supporting innovation and entrepreneurship at SJSU.
Email: eli.finn@sjsu.edu

Ecosystem Manager, SpartUp Incubator
Max manages the SpartUp Incubator ecosystem to connect our Spartaneurs to the resources
they need for their businesses to grow and thrive. Max builds partnerships with SJSU
clubs and centers, works with local government officials, programs and organizations,
and maintains relationships with other incubators and accelerators.
Email: max.rothe@sjsu.edu
University Advancement Representative

Director of Development for Research and Innovation
Jake leads fundraising for our division and looks forward to helping increase innovative
research and entrepreneurial opportunities at SJSU.
Phone: 408-924-2053
Email: jacob.manaloor@sjsu.edu
San José State University Research Foundation Representatives


Manager, Contracts
Reed provides contract management and support.
Phone: 408-924-1546
Email: reed.frye@sjsu.edu

Director, Silicon Valley Small Business Development Center
Phone: 408-924-1402
Email: edgar.ceron@sjsu.edu

Project Coordinator, Silicon Valley Small Business Development Center
Phone: 408-924-1402
Email: kimtung.tran@sjsu.edu