Columbus Startup Week 2017

Amul currently has a joint appointment, and serves as the Chief Scientist of the Ohio Federal Research Network and works within the OSU College of Engineering. He has a background in energy technology, materials engineering and public health. 

David is the co-founder/CEO of WellHQ which in 2016 created a chemical dependency clinic in Columbus providing Intensive Outpatient Services and medicine-assisted therapies exclusively to those on Medicaid and uninsured. Now he started and helps lead the 'Recovery Deserts' Project... Read More →

Megan Hatta serves as the chair of Start Talking Grandview, a community based coalition focused on raising awareness and providing education around alcohol and drug misuse. Megan is a registered nurse and fierce advocate for harm reduction services. Previously, she worked in a syringe... Read More →

Bela Koe-Krompecher is the Clinical Director for the Downtown Columbus YMCA where the mission is to help the homeless and those at risk for homelessness. Bela has been working with the homeless for ten years, primarily with those who are dual-diagnosed and involved in the criminal... Read More →

Tia is currently the Public Information Officer for the Franklin County Coroner’s Office.

Sarah Nerad is a young person in long-term recovery from drug and alcohol addiction since 2007. As a youth recovery advocate, Sarah is dedicated to advancing recovery systems for young people across the nation. While obtaining a master’s degree in Public Administration from The... Read More →