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About Us

Established in 1930, Purdue Research Foundation is a private, nonprofit foundation created to advance the mission of Purdue University. The foundation accepts gifts, administers trusts, funds, scholarships and grants, acquires property, protects Purdue’s intellectual property, and promotes entrepreneurial activities on behalf of Purdue. It manages Purdue Innovates, Purdue Office of Technology Commercialization, Purdue Research Park, Discovery Park District, Purdue Technology Centers and University Development Office.

As part of the Purdue Research Foundation network, the Alliances team empowers your company to thrive at Purdue by leveraging a wide array of Purdue and Greater Lafayette assets that create mutual value for your Purdue Partnership. 

We are passionate about developing partnerships that rely on attracting world-class talent and creating technical solutions while being part of a vibrant live, work, play environment.

why

Empowering partners to impact the world

We empower our partners to be changemakers. We create mutual value between your company, Purdue University, other partners, and the Greater Lafayette community. We allow our partners to focus on their business, while helping with expansion.   

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How

crafting solutions tailored to expand your footprint

The Alliances Team is passionate about empowering your company to thrive at Purdue by attracting and retaining world-class talent and utilizing a wide array of local assets, creating mutual value for your Purdue partnership. We are an extension of your business and make strategic connections to our ecosystem partners.

What

Building strong relationships through innovation and growth

The Alliances Team is a key contact and connector between your business, Purdue University, and community leaders. We take the burden off you and have a wide array of services to promote the integration of your company into the community. Our team works alongside key players in your company, ensuring you have the support to:

  • Acquire and retain top-tier talent
  • Pursue collaborative research solutions
  • Utilize dynamic and collaborative space
  • License technology solutions
  • Network and engage the community and other partners
  • Up-skill your workforce
  • Manage employee transition, relocation, and dual-careers
  • Explore philanthropic and sponsorship opportunities
  • Build relationships with technology startups
  • Increase your brand awareness

Who we are

Making a lasting impact

Established in 1930, Purdue Research Foundation is a private, nonprofit foundation created to advance the mission of Purdue University. The foundation accepts gifts, administers trusts, funds, scholarships and grants, acquires property, protects Purdue’s intellectual property, and promotes entrepreneurial activities on behalf of Purdue. It manages Purdue Innovates, Purdue Office of Technology Commercialization, Purdue Research Park, Discovery Park District, Purdue Technology Centers and University Development Office.

As part of the Purdue Research Foundation network, the Alliance team is a dedicated liaison, ensuring all requests and projects are completed and fulfilled quickly. We want your company to succeed, and we’ll do what it takes to meet that goal. Whatever your needs may be, we can help you make important connections leaving a lasting impact on your business.

Meet Our Team

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Michael Roark

Senior Director of Alliances

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Deanna Bush

Program and Operations Manager

Zachary Walter

Alliances Intern