Innovate Pasadena Announces New President, Officers

Innovate Pasadena has announced the election of a new president and officers to lead the organization’s efforts to foster innovation and advancements in technology, the organization announced last week.

Former Vice President Rob McClinton has taken over as president, Innovate Pasadena said in a written statement.

“Under his leadership, Innovate Pasadena will expand programming and engagement with local businesses, underrepresented founders and the legacy technology industries such as aerospace that help define Pasadena as an innovation hub,” the statement said.

“Our goal is to attract people, companies and capital to our region and to connect those that already call Pasadena home,” McClinton said. “A priority for our innovation community is talent because it has been hard to find great candidates as traditional networking was put on hold this past year, and we will be facilitating internships and offering other programs to assist the community in this regard.”

McClinton is the founder and CEO of Designing Nation Holdings, according to Innovate Pasadena.

“He is a veteran of the Southern California tech scene with roots in several Idealab startups including GoTo.com and X1 Technologies,” the statement said. “He provides leadership mentoring through his consulting practice, Artistic Leader.”

Immediate Past President Beth Kuchar is now serving as chair of Innovate Pasadena’s Board of Directors.

Aaron B. Wheeler has been named vice president and secretary, while Erick Herring will serve as treasurer, the statement said. Both have previously served on the organization’s board of directors.

More information about Innovate Pasadena is available on the organization’s website at innovatepasadena.org.