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Office Hours

Office Hours at The Engine

Quickly connect with The Engine team for timely support and guidance. Our weekly office hours offer 15-minute consultations tailored to your startup's most pressing needs.

How It Works

  1. Select a Team Member: Choose who you'd like to consult.
  2. Book a Time Slot: Click on their name to access their booking calendar. Virtual and in-person options are available.
  3. Prepare for Your Session:
    1. Come with specific questions or challenges.
    2. Share relevant context about your startup.
    3. Be ready to discuss actionable insights.
    4. Respect the 15-minute time limit.

Book Your Session

Ben Downing
Chief Growth Officer

Expertise: Public Policy & Government Affairs
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Katherine Otway
Chief Marketing Officer

Expertise: Marketing & Branding
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Alexa Monti
VP Business Development & Strategic Partnerships

Expertise: Partnerships, Investors & VCs
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Rhett Smith
VP of Operations

Expertise: Staff, Resident Support, General Operations
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Kevin Figueiredo
Director of Facilities

Expertise: Facilities Management
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Karisa Hanson
Director of EHS & Lab Operations

Expertise: Lab Management
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Steve Cortesa
Shop & Fabrication Manager

Expertise: Engineering & Fabrication
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These staff are on-site daily and can be available to connect with you outside of the hours outlined below if your availability doesn't match theirs. Feel free to reach out to them directly to schedule alternative times.



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