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
Becca Baugh
Becca Baugh
Finance and Operations Manager
Fun Fact 5
Homecoming King, Queen, and Commissioner
Fun Fact 5
Homecoming King, Queen, and Commissioner
Kaitlin Beauregard Leonard
Kaitlin Beauregard Leonard
Public Relations & Communication Coordinator
Fun Fact 6
Parents to 10 cats and dogs
Fun Fact 6
Parents to 10 cats and dogs
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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