About Link Innovation Labs
Topeka & Shawnee County is emerging as the epicenter of innovation, strategically positioned to drive breakthroughs and foster collaboration. With unparalleled access to a capital city, research universities, the renowned Animal Health Corridor, and a network of interstate connections, this region is primed for progress. The upcoming 17,146 sq. ft. GO Topeka Link Innovation Labs will redefine opportunity, featuring cutting-edge lab spaces, a dynamic pitch and event venue, modern office suites, conference rooms, and co-working areas. It’s more than a facility—it’s where bold ideas, transformative research, and entrepreneurial vision converge to shape the future.
Learn about the history of Link Innovation Labs and how it took shape.
Team

Stephanie Moran
SVP of Innovation, Interim President of Economic Development
Phone: 785.246.6169
Innovation Advisory Board
Chair
Joe Caldwell
Bartlett & West
Elected Director
Jean Younger
Retired, SBG
Elected Director
Dr. Keith DeDonder
Latham BioPharm
Chair Elect
Cole Ahlvers
NQV8
Elected Director
Sean O’Donoghue
Security Benefit
Greater Topeka Partnership
Molly Howey
CEO
Past Chair
Mark Ruelle
Evergy
Elected Director
Joel Kriss
KBS Constructors
Greater Topeka Partnership
Stephanie Moran
SVP of Innovation, Interim President of Economic Development
Elected Director
Dave Baloga
Hill’s Pet Nutrition
Elected Director
Mark Majors
TDI Global Solutions
Plug & Play
Lindsay Lebahn
Director, Animal Health & Agtech