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MEET THE TEAM

The Burgess Institute’s team is comprised of passionate, dedicated experts, many of whom have started their own companies, advised startups, or have worked extensively with students to help them achieve success. Whether you need help with academic advising or you’re looking to connect with alumni mentors, here, you’ll be able to find out more about each staffer and connect with them on their professional channels.

STAFF

Laurel Ofstein

Faculty Director

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Christopher Sell

Associate Director of Development

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Paul Jaques

Managing Director, Venture Creation

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Lori Fischer

Director of Operations

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Ken Szymusiak

Managing Director, Academic Programs

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Sean Fochtman

Director of Alumni Venture Support

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Angela Martin

Senior Fiscal Officer & HR Manager

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Aubrey Haase

Events & Engagement Manager

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Leigh Anne Jewison

Office Manager

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Lillian Brooks

Academic Advisor

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CONTACT US

Phone: (517) 353-2496
Email: eship@msu.edu

Address:

Burgess Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation
325 E. Grand River Ave., Ste. 355
East Lansing, MI 48823