Corporate Relations Network

The Corporate Relations Network (CRN) is a connecting and coordinating body that addresses policy and practice in corporate
relations between units at the Urbana- Champaign campus and corporate partners. The CRN serves as a forum for corporate relations practitioners from across campus so it can build a strong collaborative culture. 

To find contacts for a specific unit, use the dropdown options below.

Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology (IGB)

The Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology (IGB) is where science meets society - an interdisciplinary institute dedicated to transformative research and technology in life sciences using team-based strategies to tackle grand societal challenges.

Tracy Parish

Tracy Parish

Director of External Relations and Strategic Partnerships

(217) 265-0880

[email protected]

Sarah Schwartz

Sarah Schwartz

External Relations Coordinator

[email protected]

Celine Young

Celine Young

Program Manager, Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation

[email protected]

Carle Illinois College of Medicine

The Carle Illinois College of Medicine is a partnership between Carle Health system, an Urbana-based system of hospitals and physician groups, and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, one of the country’s top public research universities.

Jessica Breitbarth

Jessica Breitbarth

Associate Dean for Advancement

[email protected]

Dan Rodawig

Dan Rodawig

Director of Development

[email protected]

College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES)

The College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences has a long history with the University of Illinois. Today, it is highly respected for its reputation of excellence in teaching, research, and outreach programs.

Amy Fruehling

Amy Fruehling

Senior Director of Corporate Relations

[email protected]

College of Applied Health Sciences (AHS)

The mission of the College of Applied Health Sciences is to advance research, instruction and public engagement that promotes the development of healthy, livable communities, facilitates optimal living with disability and promotes health and wellness across the lifespan and throughout a diverse society.

Jean Driscoll

Jean Driscoll

Assistant Dean for Advancement

[email protected]

Harshal Prabhakar Mahajan

Harshal Prabhakar Mahajan

Assistant Director, Research, McKechnie Family LIFE Home, Community Health

[email protected]

Cassandra Meinert

Cassandra Meinert

Assistant Director, Master of Health Adminstration Program

217-244-1075

[email protected]

Laura Rice

Laura Rice

Associate Director, Center for Health, Aging, and Disability

[email protected]

Jeffrey Woods

Jeffrey Woods

Associate Dean, Research

[email protected]

College of Education

The College of Education addresses the challenges facing today's learners by advancing knowledge and impacting policy through research, teaching, and outreach.

Lisa Denson-Rives

Lisa Denson-Rives

Assistant Dean for Advancement

217-300-2752

[email protected]

Ashley Souk

Ashley Souk

Assistant Director of Advancement

[email protected]

College of Fine and Applied Arts (FAA)

The College of Fine and Applied Arts at Illinois is singular in the nation for its diversity, innovation, and breadth. Home to creative thinkers in the performing, visual, design, and environmental arts, our college encourages daring collaborations and deeper cultural understanding.

Bethany Whoric

Bethany Whoric

Assistant Director of Advancement, Krannert Center Corporate Relations

217-300-6042

[email protected]

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

The College of LAS offers a number of opportunities for companies to engage with our outstanding students and faculty. With 615 tenure system faculty and nearly 15,000 students enrolled in 37 academic departments that offer more than 70 majors, the college offers many opportunities to connect with talented students and pursue groundbreaking research collaborations.

Meg Edwards

Meg Edwards

Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations

[email protected]

Kimberle Corbin

Kimberle Corbin

Assistant Director for Employer Connections and Community Outreach

[email protected]

Katie Kennealy-Pierczynski

Katie Kennealy-Pierczynski

Assistant Director for Career and Alumni Affairs

[email protected]

Patricia Simpson

Patricia Simpson

Director of Academic Advising and Career Services, School of Chemical Sciences

217-300-3384

[email protected]

DGS

Doug Simpson

Director of External & Corporate Relations, Professor

[email protected]

College of Media

The College of Media is focused on the study and exploration of media—how to develop content that is informative, accurate, strategic, persuasive, entertaining, creative, targeted, and sharable through any media platform.

Deanne Johnson

Deanne Johnson

Assistant Dean for Advancement

[email protected]

Susan Muirhead

Susan Muirhead

Visiting Associate Director, The Hub for Brand Innovation and Advertising Technology

[email protected]

College of Veterinary Medicine

Part of the flagship campus of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, one of the world’s premier research institutions, the College of Veterinary Medicine is home to three academic departments, a full-service teaching hospital, the state’s veterinary diagnostic laboratory, and clinical, diagnostic, and research services in Chicago.

Christine Dietrich

Christine Dietrich

Associate Dean for Advancement

[email protected]

Kaylee Hillinger

Kaylee Hillinger

Associate Director of Industry Relations

[email protected]

Division of Intercollegiate Athletics

The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) impacts all areas of the University of Illinois, and serves as a powerful, wide-reaching marketing and advertising operation that is ideally positioned to boost the institution’s visibility. DIA is optimally positioned to positively impact the campus community, as well as Illini Nation at large.

Martin Kaufmann

Martin Kaufmann

Senior Associate Athletics Director, Business Development

[email protected]

Gies College of Business

For more than 100 years, Gies Business has intentionally designed its innovative programs, leading-edge curriculum, and experiential learning opportunities to empower and prepare students to turn big ideas into meaningful actions.

Barry Dickerson

Barry Dickerson

Senior Director, Corporate Relations

217-244-1678

[email protected]

Andrew Wallen

Andrew Allen

Assistant Dean, Strategic Engagement & Experience

[email protected]

Elizabeth Chominski

Elizabeth Chominski

Director, Office of Corporate Partnerships

[email protected]

Lauren Curtiss

Lauren Curtiss

Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement

[email protected]

Rob Dalhaus

Rob Dalhaus

Assistant Director of Stewardship

[email protected]

Jessica Kant

Jessica Kant

Corporate Relationship Manager

[email protected]

Samantha Koon

Samantha Koon

Director, Hoeft Technology & Management Program

[email protected]

Madeline Mortensen

Madeline Mortensen

Associate Director of Corporate Engagement

[email protected]

Marcus Phillips

Marcus Phillips

Associate Director of Business Development

[email protected]

Angie Powers

Angie Powers

Senior Corporate Relationship Manager, Office of Corporate Partnerships

[email protected]

Salvatore Rodriquez

Salvatore Rodriquez

Associate Director of Business Development

[email protected]

Kate Yeazel

Kate Yeazel

Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement

[email protected]

Russell Zillman

Russell Zillman

Campus Recruiting Assistant

[email protected]

Ning Zulauf

Ning Zulauf

Corporate Relationship Manager, Office of Corporate Partnerships

[email protected]

Grainger College of Engineering

The world's top companies are drawn to The Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign because of our global reputation for leadership in engineering research and education.

Kent Studer

Kent Studer

Senior Director of Corporate Relations

217-300-4671

[email protected]

Keely Ashman

Keely Ashman

Assistant Director of Alumni and Corporate Relations, Civil and Environmental Engineering

217-333-6454

[email protected]

Melissa Belcher

Melissa Belcher

Associate Director Corporate Relations

(217) 244-5956

[email protected]

Victor Cervantes

Victor Cervantes

Director of External Programs and Strategic Initiatives, Civil and Environmental Engineering

[email protected]

Cynthia Coleman

Cynthia Coleman

Director of External Relations, Computer Science

[email protected]

Brenna Conway

Brenna Conway

Director, Chicago Programs and Partnerships, City Scholars

[email protected]

Mary Deering

Mary Deering

Assistant Director, Chicago Student Experience

[email protected]

Leigh Deusinger

Leigh Deusinger

Director, Engineering Career Services

217-333-1960

[email protected]

Maria Dorofeeva

Maria Dorofeeva

Assistant Director of Employer Engagement, Engineering Career Services

217-333-6570

[email protected]

Owen Doyle

Owen Doyle

Director of Industry and Innovation, POETS

[email protected]

L’y Feher

L’y Feher

Program Coordinator

[email protected]

Chelsea Hamilton

Chelsea Hamilton

Director of Communications

[email protected]

Matt Hebron

Matt Hebron

Assistant Director, Corporate Relations

312-585-9130

[email protected]

Reid Lasley

Reid Lasley

Engagement Coordinator, Materials Science and Engineering

[email protected]

Julie Murphy

Julie Murphy

Associate Director for Alumni, Corporate, and Student Relations, IESE

[email protected]

Dominic Saebeler

Dominic Saebeler

Senior Associate Director, Information Trust Institute

217-300-6109

[email protected]

Marissa Siero

Marissa Siero

Associate Director of Entrpreneurship Programming

[email protected]

Illinois Fire Service Institute

The Illinois Fire Service Institute (IFSI) is the statutory State Fire Academy for Illinois. It serves as the oldest continuous fire training institution in the United States. Since 1925, first responders from across the state, nation, and the world have relied on IFSI to deliver hands-on, innovative, and top-quality training, education, and research.

Timothy Walsh

Timothy Walsh

Director of Corporate Relations

[email protected]

National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA)

The National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) is a hub of transdisciplinary research and digital scholarship where University of Illinois faculty, staff, and students, and collaborators from around the globe, unite to address research grand challenges for the benefit of science and society. Current research focus areas include digital agriculture, bio and health sciences, earth and environment, astronomy, plus many more.

Brendan McGinty

Brendan McGinty

Director, Industry Program

217-244-6020

[email protected]

Alaina Kanfer

Alaina Kanfer

Assistant Director for Strategic Partnership Development

(217) 244-0876

[email protected]

Office of Technology Management

The Office of Technology Management moves the innovations that result from University research into public use by protecting and licensing University intellectual property.

Michelle Chitambar

Michelle Chitambar

Assistant Director, Licensing & Senior Technology Manager

[email protected]

Nathan Hoffman

Nathan Hoffman

Director, Office of Technology Management

217-244-4747

[email protected]

Nicole Nair

Nicole Nair

Associate Director, Marketing & Communications

[email protected]

Svetlana Vranic-Sowers

Svetlana Vranic-Sowers

Associate Director, Senior Technology Manager

[email protected]

Prairie Research Institute (PRI)

The Prairie Research Institute conducts transformative science that benefits the people, economy, and environment of Illinois, the nation, and the world.

Angela Coy

Angela Coy

Coordinator, Stakeholder Engagement

[email protected]

Brian Pianfetti

Brian Pianfetti

Associate Director for Research

217-244-6979

[email protected]

Research Park

The Research Park at the University of Illinois is a leading innovation hub for technology commercialization with a unique environment that cultivates startups and increases capabilities for established companies. The mixed-use composition promotes creative collisions and interdisciplinary collaborations, strengthening the bridge between campus and community.

Laura Appenzeller

Laura Appenzeller

Executive Director at the University of Illinois Research Park

217-333-8323

[email protected]

Laura Bleill

Laura Bleill

Director of External Engagement and Communications

[email protected]

Cynthia Faullin

Cynthia Faullin

Associate Director, Operations at EnterpriseWorks

217-300-5803

[email protected]

Gerald Wilson

Gerald Wilson

Director of Entrepreneurship

[email protected]

School of Information Sciences

When you engage with the iSchool, you make a difference. Whether you’re an employer or an alum—or both—your expertise, perspective, and feedback add a valuable dimension to our programming and to our students’ experiences. These connections change lives and shape the future of information in the workplace and beyond.

daniellewilberg

Danielle Wilberg

Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations

217-333-9829

[email protected]

J. Stephen Downie

J. Stephen Downie

Associate Dean, Research

[email protected]

 Michele Plante

Michele Plante

Assistant Director of Employer Relations

(217) 333-1102

[email protected]

Eileen Prillaman

Eileen Prillaman

Assistant Dean for Advancement

[email protected]

School of Labor and Employment Relations (LER)

A recognized leader in education and research, the School of Labor and Employment Relations (LER) prepares students for exciting careers in human resources and industrial relations.

Nell Madigan

Nell Madigan

Associate Dean, External Relations and Operations

(217) 333-1534

[email protected]

School of Social Work

We prepare future social work leaders and help empower people and communities. We work for social justice and equity and are tireless in our pursuit of positive change. Our innovative research establishes evidence that transforms social work practice. 

Nathan Goebel

Nathan Goebel

Senior Director of Advancement

[email protected]

Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA)

Sponsored Programs Administration (SPA) is a service unit under the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation, supporting the research enterprise throughout the entire lifecycle of an externally sponsored project, from proposal submission to award closeout.

Robin Beach

Robin Beach

Director, Pre-Award

[email protected]

Mikel Storm

Mikel Storm

Assistant Director, Special Research Facility

217-300-0241

[email protected]

Technology Services

Technology Services under the Office of the Chief Information Officer is your guide to technology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Tracy Smith

Tracy Smith

Deputy CIO, Innovation and Technology Strategy

217-244-2032

[email protected]

University of Illinois Foundation

The University of Illinois Foundation is the official fundraising and private gift-receiving agency for the University of Illinois.

Jennifer Carroll

Jennifer Carroll

Senior Director of Gift Planning Operations

217-244-6765

[email protected]

Cassi Wildman

Manager of Gift Administration

217-244-0792

[email protected]

Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement

Transforming Lives Through Your Support.

Elizabeth Birlet

Elizabeth Birlet

Senior Director of Foundation Relations

[email protected]

David Bruns

David Bruns

Senior Executive Director of Principal Gifts

[email protected]

Erin Kirby

Erin Kirby

Senior Director of Advancement

[email protected]

Betsy Rodriquez

Betsy Rodriquez

Director of Advancement for Research Initiatives

[email protected]

Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs

Student Affairs is a community that fosters belonging, imagines possibilities, enhances learning, and makes a societal impact.

Nikki Mercer

Nikki Mercer

Senior Assistant Director, Employer Relations and Professional Connections

217-333-0820

[email protected]

Jennifer Neef

Jennifer Neef

Director, Career Center

[email protected]

Jordari Rene

Jordari Rene

Assistant Director, Employer Relations and Professional Connections

[email protected]

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