Eric Buda
About Eric Buda
Eric Buda is a Sr. Corporate Partnership Manager at Plug and Play Tech Center, where he has worked since 2021 in Manhattan, Kansas. He specializes in connecting startups with corporate partners to solve business challenges and has a background in athletic administration and development.
Work at Plug and Play Tech Center
Eric Buda serves as the Sr. Corporate Partnership Manager at Plug and Play Tech Center, a position he has held since 2021. He operates from Manhattan, Kansas, where he focuses on connecting startups with corporate partners. His role involves addressing specific business challenges through Plug and Play's industry-themed accelerator programs. Plug and Play is recognized as the world's largest innovation platform and a significant player in Silicon Valley investment.
Previous Experience in Higher Education
Before joining Plug and Play, Eric Buda worked at West Virginia University as the Assistant Athletic Director for Development from 2017 to 2021. His career in higher education also includes a role as Development Coordinator at the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 2012 to 2013 and as a Ticket Office Representative at the University of Louisville from 2008 to 2010. Additionally, he served as a Graduate Assistant for the Sooner Club at the University of Oklahoma from 2010 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Eric Buda holds a Master of Education in Intercollegiate Athletic Administration from the University of Oklahoma, which he completed from 2010 to 2012. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Sport Administration from the University of Louisville between 2004 and 2008. His academic background is complemented by expertise in corporate innovation and strategy, particularly within the animal health and agtech sectors.
Professional Development in Sports Administration
Eric Buda's educational journey includes studies at St. Norbert College, where he further developed his knowledge in sports administration. His professional roles in various universities have provided him with a solid foundation in athletic development and corporate partnerships, enhancing his capabilities in managing relationships between startups and corporations.