Jacob Barry

Innovation Program Manager

Jacob is serving as the Innovation Program Manager. Jacob has a background of working in the Innovation and Start-up space through his time at the Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest as the Commercial and Economic Director.  Jacob worked with a number of industries in his previous job, with a focus on Food and Ag Tech, Medical Tech, and Climate tech.

Jacob has his Bachelor of Science in Economics with a minor in Business and political science from the University of Kansas.  Jacob Is involved with the American Israel Chamber of Commerce in Chicago, working with their Young Adult team to foster economic growth and Innovation

In his free time, Jacob can be found at his local climbing gym or running along the lake.