National Expert Network

National Network of Technology, Research, and Governance Experts

214 Innovation and Development LLC (214ID) operates with a nationwide network of senior experts across technology, engineering, research, regulatory, commercialization, and institutional governance disciplines. This network serves as a force multiplier for 214ID client engagements and allows the firm to deploy specialized expertise precisely when project scope or risk demands it.

This model enables 214ID to remain:

• Independent

• Conflict-aware

• Deep in technical and governance experience

without operating as a traditional multi-tier consulting firm.

Composition of the Network

The 214ID expert network includes senior professionals drawn from:

• Advanced manufacturing and industrial systems

• Energy systems and infrastructure

• Defense and dual-use technologies

• Robotics, automation, and AI-enabled hardware

• Federal and university research environments

• Technology commercialization and IP governance

• Regulatory compliance and controlled technologies

• Capital formation, ESOPs, and transaction readiness

Network members typically include former:

• CEOs and operating executives

• Chief engineers and technologists

• Federal lab and university research leaders

• Senior experienced engineering and technology professionals across many disciplines

• Regulatory and compliance executives

• Board chairs and independent directors

How the Network Is Used

214ID engages network experts:

• On a project-specific basis

• Under a single advisory structure

• Without creating permanent overhead

• Without displacing existing client advisors

Experts are introduced to:

• Support technical goals and diligence

• Strengthen board-level technical oversight

• Advise on regulated engineering and technology programs

• Support public-private governance

• Assist with commercialization and scale transitions

• Provide independent, domain-specific board input