Ja-Nae Duane

Ja-Nae Duane, an accomplished author, professor, and innovation architect, has made significant contributions towards creating opportunities for innovation and developing strategies to execute them. She employs design thinking, lean methodologies, system design, and experience design to fulfill her clients' needs. Her expertise lies in several domains, including Innovation, Social Dynamics, Entrepreneurship, Creative Leadership, Interdisciplinary Learning, Starting a Business, and Economic Development. As the founder of Revolution Factory, Ja-Nae bridges the gap between startups and corporate innovation. She is well-known for her diverse skill set and firm dedication towards improving the quality of life for the global community. Her relentless drive and commitment have earned her an extensive network of collaborators and accolades like being named one of New England's "Most Innovative Leaders of 2007." She is currently teaching at Northeastern University and Clark University, where she is the Lead Entrepreneur-in-Residence.