Bailey Burke

Bailey Burke currently serves as Interim Director of the Hudson Valley Venture Hub, overseeing operations and outreach for its expanding network of founders, investors, and business leaders. Bailey will lead collaboration with entrepreneurial support organizations throughout the region, managing programs that include workshops, networking events, and startup pitch competitions designed to help founders build traction and scale their businesses.

The Venture Hub has emerged as a regional entrepreneurial force over the past decade, having served hundreds of entrepreneurs across the Hudson Valley. It earned designation as a NYSTAR Innovation Hot Spot in 2022, and in 2024 was recognized by the U.S. Small Business Administration as one of the nation’s top Growth Accelerators. 

Previously, Bailey served as Interim Director at the Upstate Capital Association of New York, managing a nationwide VC network. Prior to that, as Director of Programs & Membership, she cultivated member and sponsor relationships, drove dealflow, and organized investor engagement events.

Bailey served as Director of the New York Business Plan Competition, overseeing logistics for 600+ student participants from 65 colleges, managing 350+ judges and mentors annually, and leading strategic expansion of the annual entrepreneurship showcase.