Brian Sherman, a business strategist and social entrepreneur with expertise in technology-based economic development and early-stage capital formation, has been named the Chief Innovation Officer at Arizona Commerce Authority. He holds an MBA from Arizona State University, and has previously worked as a Senior Manager at Accenture Consulting and held various positions at the Arizona Commerce Authority and Arizona State University. Sherman is dedicated to promoting human-inspired and data-driven entrepreneurship that results in market-leveraged solutions to societal and economic problems. His experience in public sector strategy, technology commercialization, and innovation in public policy and finance, makes him a valuable asset to any individual or organization seeking to promote global prosperity, equity, and sustainability.