Darleen Weigel serves as the part-time on-site coordinator for the Business Incubator. She is the primary interface for tenants and is a representative for UTRF with the community. She ensures that Incubator tenants’ needs are addressed, facilities are operational, and assists with events held in the building.
Rachel Kilpatrick
As UTRF’s marketing and communications coordinator, Rachel develops and implements strategic marketing and communications initiatives that advance the foundation’s mission of commercializing UT innovations, fostering an entrepreneurial culture, supporting economic development, and promoting research and education that benefits Tennessee and beyond. She leads content creation, brand management, digital communications, media relations, and event promotion for both UTRF (read more)
Shelby Miller
Shelby Miller is responsible for administrative support to UTRF staff as Office Manager. She has a variety of experience in customer service in various professional settings. Shelby is a graduate of East Tennessee State University with a B.S. in Psychology.


