“I live by the mantra of ‘make them tell you no’. Them being your boss, a potential opportunity, the business world. Don’t limit yourself. Don’t tell yourself no. Put the proposal in front of them, ask for the raise, create an innovative product. Keep pushing. Because if you can break past your own ‘no’ then so much becomes possible”
Grace Rains
Grace Rains is the Executive Director at the Conductor, a public-private partnership between the University of Central Arkansas and Startup Junkie Consulting that drives innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic empowerment in Central Arkansas. In her role, Grace guides the strategy and execution of Conductor programming, oversees the operations of the Arnold Innovation Center, and collaborates closely with entrepreneurs and stakeholders to cultivate an inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem in central Arkansas. Grace attended the University of Central Arkansas for both her undergraduate degree and Master of Business Administration. She is a 2021 graduate of Leadership Arkansas and a 2022 recipient of Arkansas Business’s 20 in their 20s. Previously, Grace served as the Executive Director of the Ark Angel Alliance, the state’s first angel investing network. She also served as the State Coordinator for Global Entrepreneurship Week through the Global Entrepreneurship Network.
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