Dr. Todd Sherer has dedicated over three decades to the advancement of academic technology transfer, ensuring research, especially federally-funded, translates into life-saving applications for the public. As the helm of Emory’s Office of Technology Transfer since 2003, he transformed the department into a global leader in the field. Instrumentally, he innovatively introduced product pipelines to highlight research's role in innovation, streamlined partnerships with industries, and orchestrated the strategic monetization of Emory’s HIV drug royalties for Emtriva, securing an unprecedented $540 million. His vast experience, which spans roles at Oregon Health & Science University, the University of Oregon, and Washington State University, is complemented by his contributions to the broader technology transfer community, notably as a Past President of the Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM).