Ambassador Emeritus

The Vanderbilt Innovation Ambassadors Program, administered by the Center for Technology Transfer and Commercialization (CTTC), relies on the dedication and expertise of faculty volunteers who serve as vital liaisons, connecting their colleagues to resources in innovation, intellectual property, commercialization, and entrepreneurship. As ambassadors complete their committed terms, we are proud to recognize those who have transitioned out of the program with the honorary title of Ambassador Emeritus.

Vanderbilt University Innovation Ambassadors
Ambassador

Emeritus

  • Image of Rob Carnahan

    Robert Carnahan

    Pediatrics


  • Image of Edward Chaum

    Edward Chaum

    Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences


  • Image of Bryan Hartley

    Bryan Hartley

    Interventional Radiology


  • Image of Yiorgos Kostoulas

    Yiorgos Kostoulas

    General Engineering


  • Image of Jonathan Wanderer

    Jonathan P. Wanderer

    Anesthesiology


  • Image of Robert Webster

    Robert Webster

    Mechanical Engineering


  • Image of Lauren Williamson

    Lauren Williamson

    Vanderbilt Vaccine Center


  • Image of Adam D. Yock

    Adam D. Yock

    Radiation Oncology


These distinguished faculty members have made lasting contributions to Vanderbilt's innovation ecosystem through their peer-delivered guidance, departmental presentations, resource connections, and participation in campus-wide initiatives. Their efforts have helped increase awareness of CTTC programs and resources, fostered greater faculty engagement in research translation, and driven real-world impact from Vanderbilt discoveries. We extend our deepest gratitude for their service and commitment.

Even as Emeritus members, these individuals remain valued sources of knowledge and inspiration within our Vanderbilt community. We are confident they will continue to serve their faculty peers in this Emeritus role and look forward to their continued impact at Vanderbilt.