January 18, 2023
Miller School names Sharon Moore as the new innovator in residence
The Miller School of Entrepreneurship welcomes Dr. Sharon Rogers Moore, who is transitioning from her position in the College of Health and Human Performance. She is now an Associate Professor in the College of Business. Aside from her impressive academic achievements, Moore is a National Academy of Inventors Senior Member and was awarded US Patent 8957328 in 2015. After collaborating with ECU’s Office of Licensing and Commercialization to file her patent, Moore launched Sportscale Inc., which licensed the patent from ECU. Moore also participated in the inaugural Engagement and Scholarship Academy (EOSA) program, which provides professional development and project support for research that connects the campus with communities.
Moore also is an expert in emergency preparedness of secondary school athletic programs and has been nationally recognized for her work with community partners. “Sharon’s experience in product development, securing private investment, and intellectual property adds expertise to the Miller School of Entrepreneurship,” said Dr. Dennis Barber III, acting director for the Miller School of Entrepreneurship.
“My journey and successes as a faculty entrepreneur have been influenced by knowledgeable advisors and mentors among the ECU community,” said Moore. “It is my commitment to further grow the entrepreneurial and innovative ecosystems at ECU, and the role of Innovator in Residence within the Miller School is a vehicle for this effort. I am excited to join distinguished colleagues whose leadership and vision made this opportunity possible.”
Moore will also serve as the inaugural Innovator-in-Residence in the Miller School of Entrepreneurship. This program will embed Moore’s creativity and experience across ECU’s campus. The Innovator-in-Residence will work with faculty, staff, and administration to build a culture of innovation among Miller School students. Faculty will be able to discuss their courses and curriculum with Moore and determine the best way to incorporate the resources in the Isley Innovation Hub and the Wornom Makerspace into their courses.
“The goal is to create awareness of the Isley Hub’s resources to help students make dynamic connections across campus and utilize a multi-disciplinary approach to team building,” said Barber.
- Categories:
- Uncategorized