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Jamie Renee
Executive Director and CEO with extensive leadership experience.
Jamie Renee is the Executive Director of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI), based in Tampa, Florida. In her role, she focuses on promoting innovation and addressing diversity gaps in invention and patenting. Under her leadership, NAI has emphasized the importance of ensuring that all inventors, particularly those from historically underrepresented groups, have a voice and access to opportunities in the innovation space.13
Renee has a background in fostering collaboration among universities, nonprofits, and businesses to enhance the landscape of invention. She has previously served as a founder and chief of other initiatives, contributing to her expertise in the field.3
Her work includes overseeing publications such as the journal Technology & Innovation, which aims to identify barriers in the innovation sector and explore solutions to promote inclusivity.1 Jamie Renee is also actively involved in initiatives that seek to broaden participation in invention and patenting, collaborating with organizations like Invent Together to address these challenges.12
