Dave Corsaro

Corporate Innovation @ Plug and Play | Partnerships | Venture Capital

Dave Corsaro is a professional currently working as the Corporate Partnerships Manager at Plug and Play Tech Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Here's a comprehensive overview of his professional background:

Professional Experience

Current Role

Corporate Partnerships Manager at Plug and Play Tech Center (March 2023 - Present)
Focuses on connecting corporations with startups for business development and investment opportunities
Works on innovation programs, with the Arizona office concentrating on advanced manufacturing, supply chain, mobility, and IoT

Previous Positions

Founder of Starfire Collective (October 2021 - Present)
- Developed a marketing and design agency supporting SMBs and startups internationally
Account Executive at Team One (March 2018 - May 2021)
- Worked with Lexus on digital creative strategy
- Increased user actions on lexus.com by 28%
Operations Associate at Techstars (September 2017 - December 2017)
Content Marketing Strategist and Growth Specialist at Faraday Future (March 2017 - September 2017)
Communications Planner at Saatchi & Saatchi Los Angeles (November 2015 - September 2016)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Sociology & Communication from Arizona State University

Notable Achievements

1st Place at Startup Weekend Los Angeles (November 2017)
Participant in Make-A-Wish Hackathon (January 2019)

Professional Focus

Dave is passionate about innovation, corporate partnerships, and supporting startups across various industries, with a particular emphasis on technology, sustainability, and advanced manufacturing in Arizona.