Walsh, Karen M

Cureate LLC is a women-owned food-tech company based in Washington, D.C., dedicated to empowering local communities through the creation of a sustainable and inclusive supply chain. Since its inception in 2014, Cureate has focused on democratizing access to knowledge and market opportunities for food and beverage entrepreneurs, helping them navigate the complexities of running a successful business. Through its proprietary educational curricula, local procurement platform, and strategic consulting services, Cureate connects small businesses with larger institutions to enhance local purchasing and meet evolving consumer demands. The company has also collaborated with various workforce development organizations to graduate over 300 entrepreneurs across several states, demonstrating its commitment to fostering economic growth within local food systems. Generated from the website

The Alliance for Pulp & Paper Technology Innovation (APPTI) is an industry-led consortium based in Washington, DC, that focuses on advancing advanced manufacturing technologies for the pulp and paper industry. They aim to support the development of platforms that enable new revenue streams from forest-based biomass, while promoting sustainable manufacturing practices and sound economics. APPTI brings together manufacturers, suppliers, academic experts, and government agencies to collaborate on breakthrough improvements in manufacturing processes and resource efficiency. Through their research portfolio and collaborative R&D programs, they strive to make the industry more sustainable, energy-efficient, and competitive, while creating economic opportunities and protecting and growing US jobs.Generated from the website

The Global Alzheimer’s Platform Foundation, Inc., based in Washington, DC, is dedicated to accelerating the delivery of treatments for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases through its extensive network of over 100 clinical research partners. With a focus on promoting diversity in clinical research, the foundation aims to lower the costs and duration of clinical trials to ensure equitable participation from all communities. Through initiatives like GAP Participant Services and the Inclusive Research Initiative, the organization connects researchers with trial participants, facilitating critical studies while also addressing the urgent needs of families affected by neurodegenerative diseases. With a significant increase in Alzheimer’s-related deaths and rising treatment costs, the foundation's work is vital to improving health outcomes for millions of Americans. Generated from the website