Connect Foundation

San Diego, CA · Founded 2005

Catalyzing life science and technology companies throughout their growth journey

Primary audience
General public
Work area
Arts and culture
Topic
Community development
Contact
Mike Krenn
Website Contact

About Organization

Based in San Diego, CA, Connect Foundation cultivates the region's life science and tech communities as an innovation instigator. With nearly 40 years of experience, 15 employees, and 30 volunteers, the organization generates $2.8 million in annual revenue while connecting businesses with capital, education, and advisors through expertly curated programs and events that fuel the local innovation economy.

What They Focus On

Artistic Excellence

Presenting high-quality cultural programs that inspire and educate audiences.

Community Engagement

Connecting diverse populations through accessible arts experiences and education.

Cultural Preservation

Protecting and sharing artistic heritage for current and future generations.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$2.8M

+10.3% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$2.8M

+25.8% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$2.9M

+11.2% vs 2022

Employees (2023)

15

+7.1% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $2,827,352 $2,790,882 $2,869,712 15
2022 $2,562,877 $2,217,821 $2,581,098 14
2021 $2,690,604 $2,206,445 $2,161,085 13
2020 $1,425,572 $1,447,084 $1,763,046 12
2019 $2,329,824 $2,065,256 $1,407,738 15
2018 $1,693,824 $1,607,000 $857,730 18

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Curate Content

    Select and organize artistic works for public presentation and engagement.

  • 02

    Present Programs

    Deliver cultural experiences through exhibitions, performances, and events.

  • 03

    Educate Public

    Provide interpretive materials and programs to deepen audience understanding.

  • 04

    Assess Impact

    Gather feedback and measure cultural enrichment outcomes.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Connect Foundation

Sponsorship

Grant-funded initiative supporting organizational mission and community needs.

Support Services

Comprehensive assistance programs addressing diverse community needs and priorities.

Support Services

Comprehensive assistance programs addressing diverse community needs and priorities.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Connect Foundation.

MK

Mike Krenn

CEO
Full-time
Compensation: $289,970
CM

Christie Marcella

COO
Full-time
Compensation: $183,909
JM

James Mackay

Kateran Consulting
AV

Ashley Van Zeeland

Illumina
DB

Denise Bevers

Vetmab Biosciences
AJ

Abubakar Jalloh

BioLabs San Diego
AH

Adam Harris

Cloudbeds
AC

Alan Cole

Govx
AV

Andrew Viterbi

AN

Annie Norviel

Moss Adams x Baker Tilly
AG

Anson George

Interlaced
AT

Austin Taylor

JP Morgan
BB

Barbara Bry

BG

Ben Gamboa

Mira
BK

Bill Kuncz

Countsy
BW

Bob Watkins

BW

Bob Weaver

BC

Brad Chisum

EyePop.ai
BK

Brian Kirkpatrick

Western Alliance Bank
BT

Brian Tietje

Knauss School of Business, University of San Diego
BR

Bruce Rucks

Deloitte
BK

Bryan Knox

Catalent
BW

Buzz Woolley

Milestones

2005

Organization Founded

2005

Connect Foundation was established to address community needs and advance its mission.

2021

Program Expansion

2021

Significant growth in organizational capacity and service delivery.

2023

Community Impact

2023

Demonstrated effectiveness through measurable program outcomes.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AH
Adam Harris Member Of Board
AN
Ajay Nirula Member Of Board
AG
Al Guerrerro Member Of Board
AP
Al Pisano Member Of Board
AC
Alan Cole Member Of Board
AB
Alison Budelsky Member Of Board
AS
Amit Singh Member Of Board
AV
Andrew Viterbi Member Of Board
AV
Ashley Van Zeeland Co-Vice Chair
AT
Austin Taylor Member Of Board
BG
Ben Gamboa Member Of Board
BW
Bob Weaver Member Of Board
BC
Brad Chisum Member Of Board
BR
Bruce Rucks Treasurer
BK
Bryan Knox Member Of Board
BW
Buzz Woolley Member Of Board
CP
Cathy Pucher Member Of Board
CS
Christian Salaman Member Of Board
CB
Christina Bibler Member Of Board
CP
Colin Parker Member Of Board
CP
Corinne Peek-Asa Member Of Board
CG
Craig Golding Member Of Board
CK
Craig Knox Member Of Board
DP
Dan Pegg Member Of Board
DF
Danny Fitzgerald Member Of Board
DC
David Crean Member Of Board
DH
David Hale Member Of Board
DW
David Weitz Member Of Board
DM
Deepa M Rich Member Of Board
DM
Dena Marrinucci Member Of Board
DB
Denise Bevers Member Of Board
DA
Dick Atkinson Member Of Board
DR
Don Rosenberg Member Of Board
DW
Doug Winter Member Of Board
EB
Ed Bryant Member Of Board
EH
Emily Hill Member Of Board
EK
Enoch Kariuki Member Of Board
EO
Eric Otterson Co-Vice Chair
EC
Erik Caldwell Member Of Board
FV
Fernando Valero Member Of Board
FF
Francois Ferre Member Of Board
GR
Gene Ray Member Of Board
GO
Grant Olsen Member Of Board
GT
Greg Trueblood Member Of Board
HM
Hala Madanat Member Of Board
IJ
Irwin Jacobs Member Of Board
IR
Ivor Royston Member Of Board
JR
J Robert Beyester Member Of Board
JM
James MacKay Co-Vice Chair
JA
Jason Anderson Member Of Board
JH
Jason Halac Member Of Board
JS
Jeff Simpson Member Of Board
JG
Jeremy Glaser Member Of Board
JS
Jeremy Schmidt Member Of Board
JC
Jill Collins Member Of Board
JS
Joe Strain Member Of Board
JD
John Dunn Member Of Board
JN
John Naviaux Member Of Board
KB
Kate Broderick Member Of Board
KM
Kevin Meissner Member Of Board
KS
Killu Sanborn Member Of Board
KK
Kim Kamdar Member Of Board
KS
Kirt Shuldberg Member Of Board
KH
Kristina Hess Member Of Board
LR
Lea Rudee Member Of Board
LB
Linden Blue Member Of Board
MM
Magda Marquet Member Of Board
MB
Malin Burnham Member Of Board
MB
Marco Barraza Member Of Board
MC
Mark Cafferty Member Of Board
MS
Mark Spring Member Of Board
MW
Mark Wicker Member Of Board
MW
Mary Walshok Member Of Board
MB
Matt Browne Member Of Board
MS
Matt Sanford Member Of Board
MR
Matthieu Rouffet Member Of Board
MC
Michael Casler Member Of Board
MU
Michael Umansky Member Of Board
MF
Mike Faddoul Member Of Board
MH
Mike Howard Member Of Board
MK
Mike Kinkelaar Member Of Board
MC
Mitch Clawson Member Of Board
NB
Neal Blue Member Of Board
NM
Nick Mourlas Member Of Board
PH
Patty Holman Member Of Board
PJ
Paul Johnson Member Of Board
PR
Paul Roben Member Of Board
PF
Peter Farrell Member Of Board
PP
Peter Preuss Member Of Board
PW
Peter Westlake Member Of Board
PJ
Phil Jelsma Member Of Board
PK
Pradeep Khosla Member Of Board
QL
Quinn Li Member Of Board
RR
Ramesh Rao Member Of Board
RS
Randy Socol Member Of Board
RV
Rick Valencia Member Of Board
RT
Ron Taylor Member Of Board
RM
Ryan Melnick Member Of Board
SN
Sam Najewicz Member Of Board
SH
Sarah Hibbard Member Of Board
SG
Scot Ginsburg Member Of Board
SF
Scott Foote Member Of Board
SG
Scott Gross Member Of Board
SD
Sergio Duron Member Of Board
SS
Shelly Sutphen Member Of Board
SK
Stath Karras Member Of Board
SS
Stephane Shu Kin So Member Of Board
SC
Steve Chinowsky Member Of Board
SS
Stuart Starr Member Of Board
SC
Sunita Cooke Member Of Board
TG
Ted Greene Member Of Board
TS
Tess Sangster Member Of Board
TP
Todd Poling Member Of Board
TW
Trevor Walker Member Of Board
TO
Tyler Orion Member Of Board
VA
Victoria Ashton Member Of Board
WZ
Walter Zable Member Of Board
WJ
William J Rastetter Member Of Board
ZM
Zach Myers Member Of Board
AJ
Abubakar Jalloh BioLabs San Diego
AN
Annie Norviel Moss Adams x Baker Tilly
AG
Anson George Interlaced
BB
Barbara Bry Board Member
BK
Bill Kuncz Countsy
BW
Bob Watkins Board Member
BK
Brian Kirkpatrick Western Alliance Bank
BT
Brian Tietje Knauss School of Business, University of San Diego

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$474K

Highest Paid

$290K

Mike Krenn

Compensated Officers

2

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Mike Krenn CEO $289,970 — $289,970 40
Christie Marcella COO $183,909 — $183,909 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

COVID-19 PPP Loans

Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Fully Forgiven

Total Approved

$288K

Total Forgiven

$290K

101% forgiven

Jobs Retained

20

Loan Details 2 loans

$145,000
Forgiven
Forgiven: $145,693 100%
Approved Mar 4, 2021
Lender First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company
Jobs Reported 10
Forgiven On Aug 30, 2021
$143,493
Forgiven
Forgiven: $144,521 100%
Approved Apr 15, 2020
Lender First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company
Jobs Reported 10
Forgiven On Jan 7, 2021

Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$10K Grants Received
1 Organizations

Top Funders

1 total
SH
Sharp Healthcare
$10K

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Contact

Get in touch with Connect Foundation

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(858) 964-1300

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9605 Scranton Road 110 San Diego, CA 92121