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Courtney Gras
Community Lead, AWS Startup BD | Former Director @ Techstars
Courtney Gras is a versatile professional with a diverse background in operations, community building, and program management.
With a BS in Electrical Engineering from The University of Akron College of Engineering, Courtney has leveraged her technical skills into various leadership roles.
She has a solid track record, having served in positions such as Startup Community Lead at Amazon Web Services (AWS), Director at Techstars, and Executive Director at Launch League.
Courtney's expertise includes operations, relationship management, community strategy, program management, business development, and cross-functional communications.
Her career highlights involve taking initiatives from inception to success, all while prioritizing people and relationships.
Passionate about building, Courtney excels in developing startup communities, shaping tech ecosystems, and promoting clean technology.
Beyond her professional endeavors, she also has a keen interest in trail and ultra running.
Courtney has a history of working with reputable organizations, including NASA where she was an Electrical Engineer in Space Power Systems and a Lunar Surface Systems Intern.
Her experience extends to roles such as Program Director at Bounce Innovation Hub, Business Development Manager at USA Firmware, and Co-Founder & COO at Design Flux Technologies LLC.
A published author and a public speaker, Courtney Gras continues to make a meaningful impact in the startup and tech industry.
To learn more about Courtney and her work, visit her website at www.courtneygras.com.