Sagamore Institute

Sagamore Institute was founded in 2004 to establish a different kind of think tank—one that builds and implements solutions to society’s biggest problems. Through research, consulting, and impact investing, we connect the best ideas with leaders who can translate them into smarter public policy and entrepreneurial solutions. Then, we scale the best innovations with venture capital.

Senior Fellow for Mental Health and Community Wellbeing, Jay Chaudhary, recently began publishing his thoughts to Substack. To learn more about Jay and follow along with his work as a Senior Fellow at Sagamore, follow the link here: https://loom.ly/rwQEW4c

The New Mexico Academy of Science honored Sagamore J-1 teacher Romalyn Ubaldo with its 2024 Outstanding New Mexico Science Teacher Award. Romalyn, who is from the Philippines, was selected for her remarkable work in advancing STEM education for underrepresented students. Learn about the J-1 Program here: https://loom.ly/KopBJmc

Sagamore board member Tim George released a report commissioned by the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership about Indiana's creative economy. In an op-ed for the IBJ, he writes that culture and the arts supercharge other industries because they "drive entrepreneurial ecosystems, build community identities, attract and retain talent, and inspire innovation." Read more here: https://loom.ly/GzCFgok

Sagamore board chair Allison Barber. PhD was recognized as Ogletree Deakins Business Leader of the Year at the Indiana Chamber’s 35th Annual Awards Dinner on November 13 for her inspiring leadership with the Indiana Fever, Western Governor's University, the Pentagon, and now the Marvella Foundation. Sagamore President Teresa Lubbers says it's Barber's purpose-driven leadership that sets her apart. “She spends the time to understand a person’s life journey and helps the individual visualize ways to flourish and contribute," said Lubbers. "She models the kind of integrity and manner that she encourages in others."

Sagamore Institute is excited to announce that the Honorable Lisa Hershman will join its Board of Trustees in January! Hershman is a recognized thought leader in business transformation and has held numerous leadership roles in private sector industries. From 2018 to 2021, Hershman served as Chief Management Officer of the Department of Defense. She was the third highest-ranking Pentagon official and the highest-ranking woman ever confirmed to the Department of Defense at the time.

After we participated in the Sagamore Institute’s publication of Workforce 2040, our president and CEO Frederick Cartwright sat down with leaders from Indiana educational institutions for a conversation on the urgent need for collaboration across sectors and institutions to build the skilled workforce pipelines necessary for statewide success. Fred rounded out the discussion by emphasizing the importance of moving from “loose collaboration to thoughtful coordination” across sectors. Learn more in our blog: https://ow.ly/322L50UeOzO

Sagamore is proud to serve as a fiscal sponsor for Marvella, alongside Sagamore Board Chair Allison Barber. PhD, who is serving as senior advisor.

Follow up meeting with Dr Eric Hubbard, Program Director and Dr. Lamprini Pantazi, Dean of Business & Leadership of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College College, #Indiana was exceptionally remarkable with endless opportunities for interdisciplinary projects for William V. S. Tubman University, Harper City, Liberia. Thanks to Mr. Donald Cassell, Senior Fellow of the esteemed Sagamore Institute for his meaningful contribution to the partnership. MoU is forthcoming #Internationalization #internationalmindedness; #winwinpartnership

Excited about the Defense Tech Forum in Green Bay this weekend. Sagamore Institute Jay Hein kicked us off tonight in advance of tomorrow’s war games exercise. Lisa Hershman shared some incredible insights as well. Looking forward to an incredible weekend building relationships and unleashing Defense Tech innivation. Thank you TitletownTech and Green Bay Packers for hosting! Mike Gallagher Kristian Andersen Craig Dickman Office of U.S. Senator Dan Coats Jerry Hendrix