Steve Jobs once said, "You always have to see your recommendations through all action stages. And accumulate scar tissue for the mistakes and pick yourself up off the ground and dust yourself off. Only then do you learn a fraction of what you can."
In that spirit, I am leveraging my own scar tissue from 30 years of experience to help others navigate the journey of innovation, entrepreneurship, and ecosystem building.
The Story Behind 62x Ventures
It all began with an idea to pay it forward—to leverage my 30 years of experience in academia, technology, and innovation ecosystems to help others build and scale organizations or places that empower people to find and build on their purpose.
Fun Fact: The Meaning of 62x
The name 62x is no accident—it represents a perfect triple in my journey:
Born in 1962 near the 62nd northern latitude in Norway.
“Graduated” at 62 years of age, transitioning from academia and ecosystem leadership to launching 62x Advisory.
and 62 became my multiplier—a symbol of growth, transformation, impact, …
Just like the power of multiplication, 62x Ventures was created to expand possibilities, scale opportunities, and accelerate innovation for the next generation of entrepreneurs, ecosystem builders, and investors.
Partner with 62x Ventures to unlock the magic and drive your success!
What We Do
At 62x Ventures, we help developers, universities, cities, investors, and entrepreneurs craft strategies and execution plans that build innovation ecosystems, launch startups, and cultivate venture investors who create lasting value and drive sustainable growth.
With over 30 years of experience, I have been at the forefront of technology leadership, venture investment, and ecosystem development—from leading Rice University’s Ken Kennedy Institute to launching Houston’s Ion Innovation Hub.
At 62x Ventures, we work with clients to:
✔ Develop and implement innovation hub & district strategies
✔ Forge industry collaborations & partnerships
✔ Navigate startup & venture investment opportunities
✔ Design programs that foster community & talent development
✔ Build shared & collaborative infrastructure that supports growth
At 62x Ventures, we will “get on the bus” with you and your team to help you explore what lies over the horizon.
Our Approach
At 62x Ventures, we seamlessly integrate with your team, acting as thought partners and catalysts to enhance the strategic development of your innovation ecosystem. Whether you’re developing a district, hub, or program—or you're a founder or startup—our expertise lies in looking beyond the horizon and fostering the partnerships and collaborations essential for success.
With a deep background in computing, AI, and community and ecosystem building, we know how to create environments that foster startups and entrepreneurs, attract industry partners, and encourage cross-sector collaboration.
Drawing from the founder’s leadership experience—including serving as a faculty member and department chair at the University of Stavanger in Norway, leading Rice University’s Ken Kennedy Institute, serving as Vice President for Cyberinfrastructure in the Office of Information Technology, and leading the Ion—we understand what it takes to build shared and collaborative infrastructure that supports scaling and fosters a thriving, inclusive, and innovation-driven community.
Why Work with 62x Ventures?
With experience from launching the Ion innovation hub and deep expertise in computing, cyber-infrastructure, AI, educational technology, and frontier technologies, we ensure your innovation enterprise is aligned with cutting-edge advancements and best practices.
At 62x Ventures, we are committed to your success—driving sustainable growth backed by clearly defined goals and KPIs for your district, hub, or program.
We would welcome the opportunity to learn about your vision and help you build a vibrant, locally anchored, growth-oriented, and thriving innovation ecosystem.
Let’s talk about turning your vision into reality. 🚀