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    Grace Hsia Haberl, Ms.E.

    Program Director

    Grace Hsia Haberl Ms.E is a professor of entrepreneurship with over thirteen years of economic, business, fundraising (>$6.6M), board, and executive management experience. She is the Chair Emeritus for the University of Michigan College of Engineering Alumni Board (MEAB) and an experienced, award-winning entrepreneur and entrepreneurial education curriculum designer.

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    Jason Mack

    MTEC SmartZone - VP of Business Development

    A manufacturing veteran with sixteen years in the automotive and aerospace industries leading large teams. After leaving the corporate world, Mack obtained certifications in business incubation management and GrowthWheel.

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    Patrick Visser

    MTEC SmartZone - Chief Commercialization Officer

    An experienced professional with twenty plus years in business development, finance management, and commercial consultancy, in addition to being a startup founder himself, make him well equipped to guide aspiring entrepreneurs on their journey.

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  • Allison Szlachta

    MTEC SmartZone - Marketing Manager

    Allison brings over three years of experience in higher education, nonprofit organizations, cabinetry, and food manufacturing. With a strong passion for digital marketing, she specializes in content strategy, advertising, website management, and email campaigns that drive engagement and amplify impact.

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