
Hilliard City Lab Connect
Technology-focused conversations that tell the story of Hilliard City Lab, its partners, and associated companies. The City of Hilliard launched this initiative in 2021 to help grow the entrepreneurial ecosystem by providing resources and support to local startups and tech companies. This program removes government barriers, fosters innovation, and drives economic growth in Hilliard and across Central Ohio.
Podcasting since 2025 • 3 episodes
Hilliard City Lab Connect
Latest Episodes
How Hilliard City Lab helped me grow in business-Noor Haj-Tamim
Chase Evans and Michelle Gatchell spoke to Noor Haj-Tamim about growing up in Hilliard and how her experiences becoming a part of Hilliard City Lab. She said the networking alone forced her out of her comfort zone and now she is com...
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Episode 3
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VR/AR Used to Help Children Overcome Fears of Hospital Procedures
Chase Evans and Michelle Gatchell talk to Hilliard Company Little Seed Co-Founder and CEO Jeff Panka about his innovative company. The company creates ways to gamify things like putting an oxygen mask on and breathing or sitting through dialysi...
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Episode 2
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What is Hilliard City Lab?
Welcome to Hilliard City Lab Connect. Chase Evans and Michelle Gatchell host Duane Powell, Dir. of IT from the City of Hilliard. They talk about where the inspiration for Hilliard City Lab came from and how it is helping the city attract and ke...
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Episode 1
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