I am excited to share that the Midwest Big Data Innovation Hub (MBDH) won the Synergy Award from the Chicago Council on Science and Technology (C2ST). It was great to learn more about the Council’s inspiring efforts and an honor to accept the award on behalf of the many people who have contributed to the MBDH – particularly John MacMullen who has been serving as the Executive Director. The MBDH focused on how to bring people together to develop data-driven solutions that address challenges in the Midwest through seed grants, outreach, and community building. Although the project has now formally concluded the plethora of spin-off projects are an ongoing testament to how the combination of people and technology can address real challenges and I will personally value the connections that I made during my time on the MBDH forever.
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