It Started with a Shared Spark
Innovation Foundation was founded by Kristah Slate and Theresa Fauser around one powerful belief: people thrive when they have the freedom, encouragement, and tools to explore what’s possible.
Through hands-on learning, entrepreneurship, coaching, and community, we help people turn curiosity into confidence—and ideas into action.
Kristah Slate
Co-Founder | Education + Entrepreneurship
Kristah is an educator and entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience creating opportunities for young people to learn by doing. She is also the founder of Acton Academy Cy-Fair, a learner-driven school built around curiosity, creativity, and real-world problem-solving.
Theresa Fauser
Co-Founder | Leadership + Community Impact
Theresa is a nonprofit leader, strategist, and coach with 25 years of experience helping people and organizations bring meaningful ideas to life. She previously co-founded Cy-Hope and has led initiatives spanning youth development, community partnerships, organizational growth, and leadership coaching.