Dr. Dhirendra Shukla is the Chair of the J Herbert Smith Centre for Technology Management & Entrepreneurship (TME) at the University of New Brunswick. He has played a crucial role in fostering innovation, venture creation, and entrepreneurship in Canada. He co-founded Gray Wolf Analytics, a startup specializing in blockchain and cryptocurrency analytics, which originated from UNB’s TME Centre. Dr. Shukla is also a key player in Energia Ventures, an accelerator supporting startups in energy, clean technology, cybersecurity, and smart grid solutions. His leadership extends beyond academia, working with industry partners to support early-stage ventures. He is committed to bridging research, innovation, and commercialization.