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    Todd Watkins

    Executive Director, Martindale Center for the Study of Private Enterprise at Lehigh University

    Todd A. Watkins, Ph.D., is the Executive Director of the Martindale Center for the Study of Private Enterprise at Lehigh University, a position he has held since July 1, 2015.1 He is also a Professor of Economics at Lehigh University.12

    Dr. Watkins' expertise spans several areas:

    1. Research and teaching: Focuses on innovation, entrepreneurship, public policy, and financial tools for sustainable development.1
    2. Microfinance: Author of "The Future of Microfinance" and "Introduction to Microfinance".1
    3. Entrepreneurship education: Led Lehigh's efforts in developing entrepreneurship curricula and support for student startups.2

    His academic background includes:

    • B.S. in Optics from the University of Rochester
    • Ph.D. and Master's degree in Public Policy from Harvard University12

    Professional achievements:

    • Author of over 75 publications12
    • Winner of multiple teaching awards1
    • Secured over $15 million in external research, contract, and training grant funding1
    • Consultant to various government agencies and committees12

    Dr. Watkins has also held leadership roles in several organizations, including:

    • Founding Executive Director of Lehigh's Baker Institute for Entrepreneurship, Creativity and Innovation1
    • Co-founder of Lehigh's Integrated Product Development Program1
    • Board member for various non-profit organizations1

    His LinkedIn username is toddawatkins, where he shares insights on financial services and cultural affairs.34

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