We are thrilled to introduce the distinguished panel of judges for Start Up Lehigh Valley 2024! These experts will be at the heart of the action, evaluating the pitches from aspiring founders and diving deep into their business plans.
Our judges bring a wealth of experience and insight to the table. They will listen as each founder presents, ask questions to better understand their ventures. Their collective expertise will play a pivotal role in identifying the standout startups and determining the top winners of SULV 2024.
Susan Yee
President, SCY Investments
This will be Susan's 6th year on the judge's panel! Not only is she the president of SCY Investments, she is a board member, CEO, entrepreneur, and angel investor with over 35 years of experience in due diligence, mergers and acquisitions, financing, business development, IP licensing, marketing and operations experience across various industries including commercial real estate, software development, cable television, and angel investing.
John Bloys
Technology Consultant
Entrepreneurship and Tech Startup Advisor with over two decades of experience in cloud-based advanced analytics, data-driven solutions, and artificial intelligence. Known for driving innovation and substantial revenue growth for global organizations, John has a proven track record in both leading and advising startups and established enterprises. His data-centric approach has enabled organizations to leverage AI and machine learning to optimize operations, generate customer insights, and achieve superior business results.
Jen Gilburg
Deputy Secretary of Technology and Entrepreneurship, Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development
Jen has decades-long experience working in both technology and manufacturing in the private sector. She has been on the forefront of such high growth technologies as data security and artificial intelligence, and has worked in advanced technologies for the automotive, medical and robotics industries. As Deputy Secretary of Technology and Entrepreneurship, she focuses on implementing the Shapiro Administration’s and DCED’s vision of attracting, fostering, and investing in people and companies focused on technology and innovation across multiple sectors, and throughout the state.