Maria Flynn is the President and CEO of the Patterson Family Foundation dedicated to working together to help rural communities thrive.

She is the founder of Ambiologix, a consulting and training company that helped entrepreneurs advance their innovation, grow their potential, and build their businesses. Maria has worked with founders from over 30 companies, helping them Make Opportunity Happen, which is the title of her book.

As CEO of Orbis Biosciences, Maria built a technology company that improved pharmaceutical manufacturing, won awards for its novel innovation, and was acquired by Adare Pharmaceuticals.

As Managing Director of Techstars Kansas City, Maria invested in and coached companies across health tech, biotech, fintech, deep tech, and consumer tech.

Maria is the Co-founder and Chair of the Advisory Board of Digital Health KC and serves on the Board of Directors of BioNexus KC.