Rebecca Lovell is the COO of Greater Seattle Partners, where she leads regional economic development efforts focused on innovation, investment, and inclusive growth across the Puget Sound region. A longtime champion of entrepreneurs and startup ecosystems, Rebecca has held leadership roles with the City of Seattle, GeekWire, Madrona Venture Group, and the University of Washington. Known for connecting business, government, and community leaders, she brings a collaborative, future-focused perspective on how regions can build resilient economies and support the next generation of innovators.