Noa Conger Simons is an entrepreneur, investor, and ecosystem builder. She leads the Upstate Capital Association of New York, an organization that increases access to capital for companies across the state. Simons manages a robust membership network and convenes events on technology, trends, and best practices for investors, entrepreneurs, and professional advisors. She emphasizes collaboration and inclusion across the ecosystem. She participates in several investment initiatives across the upstate New York ecosystem. She is a co-founder, former manager, and current advisor to the Hudson Valley Startup Fund, a member-managed, place-based seed capital fund.
