Board of Directors
The people
building
access.
ICW® Capital’s Board brings together legal, technology, education, entrepreneurship, and community expertise—united by a singular commitment to expanding founder access to capital.
Philadelphia, PA · 501(c)(3) Non‑Profit
Mission Statement
“ICW® Capital is a founder‑to‑investor access network built on integrity, education, and intentional community. No fluff. Just the right people, in the right room, ready to move.”
— ICW® Capital Board of Directors
Leadership
Katie Kupstas
CEO & Chairwoman of the Board
Katie Kupstas is the Chairwoman of the Board of ICW® Capital, where she helps founders become truly fundable by aligning ambition, protection, and investment readiness.
She leads ICW® Capital's mission to empower scalable companies through investor-ready education, strategic guidance, and intentional connections between founders and aligned investors — while placing legal and intellectual property readiness at the center of capital formation.
Katie is deeply committed to expanding intellectual property access and ownership for underserved founders, ensuring entrepreneurs enter fundraising conversations protected, prepared, and positioned to build long-term enterprise value.
Directors & Advisors
Board Members
The ICW® Capital Board brings together leaders in law, education, cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, and governance to guide our mission and protect our founders.
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Board Treasurer
Tod Kupstas
Partner, Pierson Ferdinand LLP
Tod Kupstas serves as a Board Member of ICW® Capital and is a Partner at Pierson Ferdinand LLP, where he advises entrepreneurs, investors, and established businesses on intellectual property, portfolio management, commercial litigation, and mergers & acquisitions. He works with clients to protect innovation, strengthen intellectual property assets, and navigate complex legal and business transactions that drive long-term growth.
At ICW® Capital, Tod provides founders with strategic guidance on building and protecting intellectual property portfolios, conducting due diligence, mitigating litigation risk, and preparing companies for fundraising, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships. His expertise helps entrepreneurs understand how intellectual property can become a competitive advantage while positioning their companies for investment and successful exits.
As a member of the ICW® Capital Board, Tod supports the organization's mission of connecting founders with experienced legal, financial, and corporate partners who provide practical education and resources on patents, trademarks, licensing, corporate governance, cap tables, and M&A strategy.
IP Law · SaaS · Patent Strategy · M&A
Director & Advisor — Educational Programs
Laura Rose
Dean of Students, The Peck School
Laura is a seasoned educator with over 15 years of experience spanning corporate advertising (BBDO NYC), charter schools in underserved communities, and independent school leadership. She is currently Dean of Students and Director of Auxiliary Programs at The Peck School in Morristown, NJ.
She holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Education from the University of Florida. Laura has served as Mathematics Department Chair, contributed to DEIB steering and curriculum, and was instrumental in creating her school’s first DEIB curriculum.
Education · DEIB · Leadership
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Startup Advisor
Chris Morganelli
Co-Founder & CEO, MCIT
A proud native of the Lehigh Valley, Chris co-founded MCIT in 2015, growing it into a leading managed cybersecurity and IT services firm through strategic M&A, client-centric innovation, and a culture rooted in purpose and accountability.
His leadership ensures organizations are equipped with cutting-edge cybersecurity, operational efficiency, and tailored support. Guided by the belief that technology should be a catalyst for success, Chris and MCIT help businesses Power Up. Stress Down. Secure Always.
Cybersecurity · M&A · AI & Automation · Lehigh Valley
Serial Entrepreneur & Business Performance Advisor
Jesse DiLaura
Advisor, Insperity · Founder, Philly Ecomm
Jesse is a Philadelphia-based entrepreneur with over a decade of experience scaling ventures in ad tech, SaaS, and e-commerce, known for identifying market gaps and driving record-breaking revenue across several notable regional tech exits—including Sidecar (Quartile), The Rounds (Misfits Market), and Audigent (Experian).
He founded Repair U from his Temple University dorm room, scaling it to a six-figure business featured on CBS News. Jesse is currently an official partner at Robin Hood Ventures and founder of Philly Ecomm, a white-glove Amazon FBA and TikTok Shop management agency.
Ad Tech · SaaS · E-Commerce · Exits
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Startup Advisor
Marcia Williams
Founder & CEO, Embellish Beauty
Marcia is a celebrity makeup artist and product founder who has worked with QVC® and continues to partner with Comcast, NBCUniversal, and Johnson & Johnson. Her cosmetics line has been featured in the New York Times, on the cover of Main Line Today, and on Fox Philly News.
She brings empathy, integrity, and hard-won startup knowledge to the ICW® Capital community, enriching both the programs and the founders who move through them.
CPG · Beauty · QVC · Startup
Board Secretary
Madeleine Stavrianos
MBA Candidate, Temple University
Madeleine is an upcoming MBA student at Temple University with an undergraduate degree in Politics and International Relations from the University of East London. Her work at ICW® Capital ignited a deep interest in intellectual property, which she plans to pursue throughout her MBA and beyond.
Her experience at the student union and commitment to the future of work and entrepreneurship bring a fresh, global perspective to ICW® Capital's governance and mission.
IP Strategy · Governance · Intl. Relations
The people behind the work.
The Team
The ICW® Capital team supports founders and the Board with day-to-day execution, programming, and community.
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Kylee Dwinal
Graphic Designer
Kylee is an essential part of the ICW® team, leveraging her skills and experience as a Junior Graphic Designer at Millersville University. With a background as a design intern for the Lancaster Barnstormers baseball team, her passion for design and creativity shines through. Beyond her ICW® contributions, Kylee’s role as President of the Marauder Graphics screen-printing club and her work as Millersville’s Athletic Communications and D2 Ice Hockey Team’s Photographer demonstrate her dedication to both her craft and her community.
Lyka Maturan
Virtual & Executive Assistant
Lyka is a versatile professional with experience as a Virtual Assistant and Executive Assistant, backed by a successful managerial role in a telecommunications company. She upholds values of transparency, self-discipline, and trustworthiness in her work. As an active member of the Girl Scouts of the Philippines, she is dedicated to community development. Lyka’s goal is to continue delivering exceptional support as a Virtual Assistant, contributing to the success of the teams she serves.