About VERTical
We're driving next-generation nuclear power deployment by convening collaborative project groups to solve industrywide challenges.
VERTical Innovation Cluster was established in 2022 to accelerate the deployment of next-generation nuclear energy and strengthen the advanced clean energy ecosystem. Washington State Department of Commerce supported VERTical as part of the first cohort of its Innovation Cluster Accelerator Program.
VERTical brings together industry, utilities, public institutions, researchers, workforce organizations and regional leaders to address commercial, supply-chain, workforce and investment barriers. Its work is led by an independent Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer Rick Heath.
Board and Executive Leadership
VERTical’s Board of Directors provides strategic direction and industry perspective in support of the organization’s mission. Chief Executive Officer Rick Heath leads the organization’s programs and day-to-day activities.
Board of Directors
Judy Connell
Dave McCormack
Elisa Calvo Tone
Chief Executive Officer
Rick Heath
Founding Investors
