Meet Our Team
We are a growing team of advisors, directors, executives and entrepreneurs working to ensure that Bounce’s programs, services and facilities meet the needs of our vibrant community.
Leadership
Executive Team
Doug Weintraub
A northeast Ohio industry leader, investor and entrepreneur, Doug sets and maintains the vision for Bounce.
Jessica Sublett
Jessica oversees Bounce’s operations. She knows our people, our building and the ecosystem better than anyone.
Jeanine Black
With a focus on strategic growth and a strong community, Jeanine sets the narrative for Bounce.
Support
Team Members
James Hilton
James oversees all programming at Bounce for entrepreneurs.
Ace Epps
Ace oversees programming for entrepreneurs, with a focus on minorities.
Rose Saborse
Rose manages our first-floor Generator space, and keeps our growing community engaged.
David Paolinellie
Dave manages all of our facilities operations; if it needs fixed, he’s your man.
Vicky Fleet
Vicky gets here early in the morning to keep our office and facility fully operational.
NaSheka Lemon
NaSheka is a member of the GROW team and manages our MORTAR program.
Asha McDuffie
Asha manages intake for GROW and oversees the AE and Next Level programs.
Molly Carpenter
Molly manages events in the Generator and oversees community engagement.
Lauren Marsh
Lauren is our first-floor ambassador and helps manage Generator memberships.
Austin Kettner
Austin is our tech expert and specializes in design and development.
Jack Hilton
Jack manages our software accelerator. Specialties are fundraising and strategy.
Ashley Moehring
Ashley is an events professional who manages our after-hours and weekend rentals.
Alec Simon
Alec serves Akron’s Iterator clients, advising startups with a physical product.
Mike Haritakis
Mike is a veteran entrepreneur in the healthcare/biomed/biotech industry.
Bill Flickinger
Bill is a veteran entrepreneur in biomedical, life sciences and healthcare.
Tim Turritan
Tim is a veteran entrepreneur, specializing in sales leadership and training.
Jeff Rockwood
Jeff is a veteran entrepreneur who specializes in marketing, sales and branding.
Elijah Stambaugh
Elijah focuses on strategy, teaching, leading and learning, specializing in edtech.
Gene Groys
Gene is an entrepreneur, specializing in launching and managing companies.
Vicki Tifft
Vicki is a veteran entrepreneur, providing insight, advice and counseling to Bounce companies.