Ten Graduate from Fall 2025 Innovation Fellowship Cohort

Kentucky Commercialization Ventures extends its congratulations to the graduates of the fall 2025 cohort of the KCV Innovation Fellows program. These ten KCV Innovation Fellows were selected from an exceptionally competitive applicant pool and went on to complete a rigorous program. The program is designed to equip the next generation of ecosystem builders with the practical skills necessary to lead the translation of Kentucky’s most innovative solutions into the real-world market. Learn more about the KCV Innovation Fellowship.

Meet the Fall 2025 KCV Innovation Fellowship Graduates

Abhishek Shah, Northern Kentucky University

Alex Lamb, Eastern Kentucky University

Mason Frondorf, Northern Kentucky University

Erica Jones, Kentucky State University

Nicolette Josue, Morehead State University

Sidanta Parajuli, Northern Kentucky University

Simran Shrestha, Northern Kentucky University

Stephanie Carter, Kentucky Science & Technology Corporation

Sushant Shrestha, Northern Kentucky University

Taylor Shearer, Northern Kentucky University

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