Catalyze Dallas has announced the appointment of Nick Brown as Principal in an executive corporate development role. Brown will work closely with the company’s investors and Fortune 100 partners to identify promising intellectual property for spinout. With experience in identifying and financing innovative ventures, Brown is well-suited for this position.
Catalyze Dallas focuses on commercializing novel technology through its turnkey model, operating at the intersection of the public and private sectors. As a former Marine Corps veteran and accomplished executive, Brown brings a unique set of skills and leadership qualities to the role. Joe D’Cruz, Managing Director of Catalyze, expressed confidence in Brown’s ability to expand their investor base and portfolio of companies.
Prior to joining Catalyze, Brown served as the Director of Investor Relations at Pickering Energy Partners, where he cultivated strong relationships with family offices, multi-family offices, and high net worth investors. He also worked as the Managing Director at Cushing Asset Management, successfully raising over $2 billion across various funds. Brown began his civilian career as an energy investment banking analyst for Bank of America Merrill Lynch after completing four years of service in the United States Marine Corps. During his military service, Brown received commendations and a Purple Heart for his actions during combat operations in Iraq. He holds a B.B.A. in Finance and Accounting from Southern Methodist University.
Catalyze Dallas has already launched three successful companies: Almaden Genomics, which focuses on accelerating genomic discovery; Alpine Advanced Materials, which manufactures high-performance lightweight custom-engineered parts for various industries; and Metro Aerospace, a leader in providing certified 3D printed components to the aerospace industry.
Catalyze Dallas specializes in launching scalable companies that facilitate the commercialization of intellectual property obtained from innovative global corporations. By partnering with industry leaders and assessing hundreds of technology assets and business units annually, Catalyze selects the most promising ones for spin-out into entrepreneurial portfolio companies. This approach provides investors with a well-priced investment model that reduces risk compared to traditional venture capital and private equity offerings.
For more information about Catalyze Dallas and its initiatives, please visit their website at www.catalyzedallas.com.
