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

Stephanie Norwood

Director of Entrepreneurship & Small Business

Phone: 785.215.8765

Manuel Castro

Executive Coordinator, GO Topeka & Link Innovation Labs

Phone: 785.246.6127

Ashlee Spring

Vice President of Resource Development

Phone: 785.608.1210

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

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