Lisa Chang

Lisa Chang is a Lecturer and Director of Technology Entrepreneurship and Commercialization (TEC) at the Poole College of Management, North Carolina State University. She holds a BS in Pharmacy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1993) and an MBA in Biotech/Pharma Management from NC State (2007).

Her research and professional focus centers on technology entrepreneurship, commercialization, and innovation ecosystems. She advises entrepreneurs on strategies for securing funding and navigating virtual pitch environments, particularly in pandemic-affected markets. Her expertise includes tech transfer, startup scalability, and virtual communication tactics for investors.

Chang’s recent thought leadership includes insights on virtual pitch optimization, published in BCC Research. She leads the TEC initiative, fostering innovation through academic-industry collaboration. No listed grants or awards are noted, though her contributions to entrepreneurship education and mentorship are highlighted through her directorship and teaching roles.