Meet the TAO staff

Our staff represents a diverse group of individuals, each bringing unique expertise, experiences, and a shared commitment to fostering a thriving tech ecosystem in our region.

Skip Newberry

Skip Newberry

President & CEO

Fun Fact 1
125 years of combined business experience

Fun Fact 1

125 years of combined business experience

Tim Winner

Tim Winner

Chief Operating Officer

Fun Fact 2
9 languages spoken

Fun Fact 2

9 languages spoken

Elaine Hsieh

Elaine Hsieh

Director of Community Engagement

Fun Fact 3
6 musical instruments played

Fun Fact 3

6 musical instruments played

Ashley Kmiecik

Ashley Kmiecik

Director of Sponsorships and Events

Fun Fact 4
50 states and over 34 counties traveled

Fun Fact 4

50 states and over 34 counties traveled

Tara Starr

Tara Starr

Executive Director of Techworks

Fun Fact 7
Parents to 9 children and one grandchild

Fun Fact 7

Parents to 9 children and one grandchild

Rachel Wiggins Emory

Rachel Wiggins Emory

Lobbyist & Senior Vice President at Thorn Run Partners

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