The Innovation Team
Director of Innovation
Abby leads the implementation of the strategic plan for supporting innovation, commercialization,
technology transfer and economic development activities at SJSU.
Phone: 408-924-3811
Email: abby.queale@sjsu.edu
Senior Director of Research Services, Office of Research
Dr. Trask focuses on delivering high-quality services to our faculty and students
to enhance their RSCA planning and ensure that all SJSU RSCA is ethical and compliant.
Phone: 408-924-2460
Email: jessica.trask@sjsu.edu
Vacant
Industry Research Alliances Specialist
The Industry Research Alliances Specialist brokers research agreements and collaborations
with industry partners to increase innovation opportunities for faculty and staff
at SJSU.
Mash (Michael) Ashley
SpartUp Incubator Launch Director
Mash leads the SpartUp Incubator team, serves as a mentor and also teaches in the
Lucas College of Business.
Email: michael.ashley@sjsu.edu
Lisa Laymon
Innovation Programs Facilitator
Lisa helps coordinate programs focused on developing industry collaboration, technology
transfer and entrepreneurship support programs and activities.
Phone: 408-924-3324
Email: lisa.laymon@sjsu.edu
University Advancement Representative
Jacob (Jake) Manaloor, JD
Director of Development for Research and Innovation
Jake leads fundraising for our division and looks forward to helping increase innovative
research and entrepreneurial opportunities at SJSU.
Phone: 408-924-2053
Email: jacob.manaloor@sjsu.edu
San José State University Research Foundation Representatives
Reed Frye
Manager, Contracts
Reed provides contract management and support.
Phone: 408-924-1546
Email: reed.frye@sjsu.edu
Edgar Ceron
Director, Silicon Valley Small Business Development Center
Phone: 408-924-1402
Email: edgar.ceron@sjsu.edu
Kim Tung Tran
Project Coordinator, Silicon Valley Small Business Development Center
Phone: 408-924-1402
Email: kimtung.tran@sjsu.edu
