Zachary Poll is an accomplished innovation leader and advisor with a proven track record of driving transformative growth at the intersection of entrepreneurship, corporate strategy, and venture capital. Currently serving as the Ecosystem Principal at the VSP Global Innovation Center, Zachary identifies and integrates innovative startups and emerging technologies into large-scale operations, leveraging his ability to bridge corporate needs with entrepreneurial solutions.

Zachary’s professional journey includes significant experience as an advisor to startups, where he has helped early-stage companies refine their strategies, secure funding, and scale operations at accelerators such as Techstars. He also honed his expertise in corporate innovation during his tenure at Plug and Play, where he connected Fortune 500 companies with groundbreaking technologies across various industries.

An alumnus of the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Cambridge, Zachary combines his academic foundation with practical, hands-on experience in strategy and innovation. Zachary is a dedicated advocate for advancing mental health innovation, inspired by personal experiences and driven to make impactful contributions to this space.

Outside of work, Zachary embraces a holistic approach to well-being, balancing outdoor adventures with mindfulness practices.