The Innovation Team
Director of Innovation
Abby leads the implementation of the strategic plan for supporting innovation, commercialization,
technology transfer and economic development activities at SJSU.
Phone: 408-924-3811
Email: abby.queale@sjsu.edu
Senior Director of Research Services, Office of Research
Dr. Trask focuses on delivering high-quality services to our faculty and students
to enhance their RSCA planning and ensure that all SJSU RSCA is ethical and compliant.
Phone: 408-924-2460
Email: jessica.trask@sjsu.edu
Jason Kim
Industry Research Alliances Specialist
Jason brokers research agreements and collaborations with industry partners to increase
innovation opportunities for faculty and staff at SJSU.
Phone: 408-924-1300
Email: jason.h.kim@sjsu.edu
Mash (Michael) Ashley
SpartUp Incubator Launch Director
Mash leads the SpartUp Incubator team, serves as a mentor and also teaches in the
Lucas College of Business.
Email: michael.ashley@sjsu.edu
Vacant
Innovation Programs Facilitator
The Innovation Programs Facilitator helps coordinate programs focused on developing
industry collaboration, technology transfer and entrepreneurship support programs
and activities.
University Advancement Representative
Jacob (Jake) Manaloor, JD
Director of Development for Research and Innovation
Jake leads fundraising for our division and looks forward to helping increase innovative
research and entrepreneurial opportunities at SJSU.
Phone: 408-924-2053
Email: jacob.manaloor@sjsu.edu
San José State University Research Foundation Representatives
Reed Frye
Manager, Contracts
Reed provides contract management and support.
Phone: 408-924-1546
Email: reed.frye@sjsu.edu
Edgar Ceron
Director, Silicon Valley Small Business Development Center
Phone: 408-924-1402
Email: edgar.ceron@sjsu.edu
Kim Tung Tran
Project Coordinator, Silicon Valley Small Business Development Center
Phone: 408-924-1402
Email: kimtung.tran@sjsu.edu
Max Rothe
SpartUp Incubator Program Manager
Max manages and grows the SpartUp Incubator programs, events, and workshops for the
purpose of supporting innovation and entrepreneurship at SJSU.
Email: max.rothe@sjsu.edu
Xavi Verdu
Ecosystem Manager, SpartUp Incubator
Xavi manages the SpartUp Incubator ecosystem to connect our Spartaneurs to the resources
they need for their businesses to grow and thrive. Xaivi builds partnerships with
SJSU clubs and centers, works with local government officials, programs and organizations,
and maintains relationships with other incubators and accelerators.
Email: xavier.verdu@sjsu.edu
