About Corey
Startup architect. Ecosystem strategist. Founder-first operator.
Corey's passion is building startup programs that actually move companies forward.
Over the past decade, he has designed and led international accelerators, built cross-border founder pipelines, and advised public and private stakeholders on how to structure ecosystems for real outcomes, not just optics. His work spans Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa, with a focus on internationalization, venture readiness, and deep-tech expansion.
He currently designs scaleup and startup programs for global governments, developing strategies for multi-country initiatives that support hundreds of founders each year.
His background blends scientific training, venture building, public-private program design, and firsthand founder experience — giving him a rare perspective across operators, investors, and institutions.
As a speaker, he translates complex ecosystem dynamics into clear frameworks, grounded in lived experience. He speaks on internationalization, startup program design, deep-tech storytelling, and the structural realities founders face when crossing borders.
Outside of formal roles, Corey continues to mentor founders, connect ecosystems, and explore how innovation systems can be redesigned to better serve builders.
By the Numbers
12+
Years in startup ecosystem building
300+
Startup participations supported annually
€20M+
Capital influenced through programs
10+
Early-stage investments closed
Multiple public tenders won and executed
International accelerators across Europe and Asia
Speaker at major startup and innovation conferences