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OCAST Opens Commercialization Center and Seeks Executive Director

May 08, 1998
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The Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology (OCAST) has announced the launch of the Oklahoma Technology Commercialization Center (Tech Center).

 

The purpose of the Tech Center is to grow high-wage, high-growth technology sectors in Oklahoma by actively contributing to the start-up and development of new companies and spurring innovation across existing companies. The Center assesses companies' needs, guides them through the technology commercialization process, and provides directly, or by referrals, specialized business development services, access to early stage risk financing, and help in transferring technology.

OCAST has contracted with the Oklahoma Technology Development Corporation (OTDC) to start-up and manage the Tech Center. OTDC is now seeking qualified candidates for the position of Executive Director of the Tech Center.

The Executive Director will have overall leadership and management responsibility for the Tech Center and its branch offices. Candidates must have a minimum of 15 years progressive management experience with 10 years experience as a seasoned professional operating in an advanced technology environment and a track record of successful business commercialization.

A more detailed job description can be found on the SSTI website at www.ssti.org. Interested parties may contact either Sheri Stickley of OCAST at 405/524-1357, ext. 239 or via e-mail at sstickley@ocast.state.ok.us or contact Cheryl Choumbakos of OTDC at 405/297-8893.

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