Harold Strong
Executive Director, STAR Park
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Harold Strong has been a leader in Research Park development for over two decades, driving advancements in life sciences, technology innovation, and workforce development. As the Executive Director of STAR Park at Texas State University, Harold oversees innovation, commercialization, and entrepreneurship initiatives, fostering impactful collaborations between academia, industry, and the community.
Beyond his professional role, Harold is deeply committed to inspiring the next generation of innovators. He actively engages in introducing STEM education and computer coding to middle and high school students, equipping them with essential skills for the future.
With extensive leadership experience across private and non-profit sectors, Harold integrates strategic vision with hands-on expertise. His work spans business development, workforce programming, and technology-driven economic growth, positioning him as a dynamic force in shaping modern innovation ecosystems.
Beverly Dale, Ph.D
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Nels. Elde, Ph.D.
Professor of Human Genetics, University of Utah School of Medicine
and HHMI Investigator
Susan Pope
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Bonita L. Baskin, Ph.D.
Founder of the Science Mill & Past Chair
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