Jenn Lynch serves as Managing Partner at Portland Seed Fund while simultaneously holding a Governor-appointed leadership role for Oregon's statewide innovation efforts, giving her a unique perspective on how public funding and private venture capital work together. She manages roles across multiple Oregon innovation hubs including Portland Seed Fund, the Bend Venture Conference, and state innovation policy, positioning her as a connector between metro, outdoor recreation, and university-driven startup communities rather than being tied to a single location.