Samantha Grassle
About Samantha Grassle
Samantha Grassle serves as the Program Director at Elemental Excelerator and has a background in political science and communications. She has held various roles in public policy and market development, including positions at the City of New York and Superpedestrian.
Current Role at Elemental Excelerator
Samantha Grassle serves as the Program Director at Elemental Excelerator, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various programs aimed at accelerating the adoption of climate solutions. Her work involves collaborating with startups and organizations to drive innovation in the climate sector.
Previous Experience in Market Development
Before her current role, Samantha worked at Superpedestrian as the Director of Market Development from 2021 to 2022. In this position, she focused on expanding market opportunities for the company, which specializes in sustainable transportation solutions. Her experience in market development contributed to her expertise in navigating the intersection of technology and sustainability.
Background in Public Administration and Policy
Samantha holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Columbia University, where she studied at the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA). She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Communications Studies from the University of Michigan. Her educational background supports her work in public policy and innovation.
Experience in Government and Technology
Samantha has significant experience in government roles, including serving as a Tech & Innovation Policy Advisor in the Mayor's Office of Tech & Innovation for the City of New York from 2015 to 2017. She later held the position of Senior Manager at the Mayor's Office of the Chief Technology Officer from 2017 to 2019. These roles provided her with insights into the integration of technology in public policy.
Board Observer Roles
In addition to her primary roles, Samantha is currently a Board Observer at NÜWIEL GmbH and SparkCharge, both positions she has held since 2023. These roles involve providing strategic guidance and oversight to help these companies advance their missions in sustainable technology and electric mobility.