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Corporate Partnerships

Corporate Partnerships

Our corporate partnership team facilitates mutually-beneficial relationships to help advance the objectives of both the university and businesses. 

We are the front door for company engagement at Ohio State. We use a consultative approach with business partners to understand their needs and wants and match those with Ohio State’s resources. Each relationship is unique and we’re here to help make the most impact for both the university and the company partner.

6 people introducing new technology
6 people introducing new technology

OUR MODEL OF ENGAGEMENT

Our team provides holistic coordination and management of company relationships with the university. We serve as a central point of coordination, connecting company partners to the right people and facilities at Ohio State. We help keep the communication going in both directions, building meaningful collaborations.

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Our model of engagement graphic
Our model of engagement graphic

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Not sure where to start or new to Ohio State? Let us know how you want to connect with the university
and a member of our team will contact you.

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Associate Vice President, Corporate Partnerships
Co-Director, Honda-Ohio State Partnership

Alissa Comella


Program Manager

Ben Webb


Director, Strategic Partnerships

Christy Bertolo


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Senior Director, Strategic Partnerships

Chris Svec


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Program Manager Honda - Ohio State Partnership

Emily Sandvik


Talent & Career Services Consultant

Julia Beckner


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Director, Corporate Partnerships

Elizabeth Drotleff


Collaboration Analyst

Todd Guttman


Executive Assistant

Kelly Sitz


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