About Us

Innovation is needed now more than ever.

Policymakers need innovative solutions and approaches — and business innovators need a way to be more politically involved and engaged.

Innovators provides a cohesive environment for innovators and policymakers to work together, share knowledge and networks, elevate ideas, and address immediate and future challenges facing our democracy.

Our Programs

  • Speaker in front of screen

    Guest Speaker Series

    with innovative government officials, policymakers, and campaign staff

  • Candidate on dais

    Direct Engagement

    with civic leaders and influential public figures to make a difference in our democracy

  • handshake

    Innovator Intros

    Non-fundraising meet-&-greets with select candidates

  • hands framing a currency note

    Fundraisers

    to support and elect innovative candidates and incumbents

  • interlocked hands

    Volunteer Opportunities

    with campaigns and advocacy groups

  • speech bubbles

    Group Communications & Networking

    with our members, candidates, policymakers, and organizations

Leadership Team

  • Carrie Pendolino, Executive Director

    Carrie Pendolino

  • Rusty Rueff, Advisor

    Rusty Rueff

  • Michael Rolnick, Advisor

    Michael Rolnick

  • Ron Woloshun, Advisor

    Ron Woloshun

  • Jeff Bobeck, Advisor

    Jeff Bobeck

  • Zak Malamed, Advisor

    Zak Malamed

  • Atticus Francken

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