Aaryn D. Richard
About Aaryn D. Richard
Aaryn D. Richard is the Director of Marketing & Communications at Michigan State University's Burgess Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, with a background in creative writing and extensive experience in communications and education.
Work at Michigan State University – Burgess Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Aaryn D. Richard has served as the Director of Marketing & Communications at the Burgess Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation at Michigan State University since 2019. In this role, she functions as the chief communications strategist and storyteller, overseeing a team of student creatives. Her responsibilities include engaging with entrepreneurial alumni and reporting on activities within the entrepreneurial ecosystem at the university.
Education and Expertise
Aaryn D. Richard holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Creative Writing from Central Michigan University, where she studied from 1995 to 2001. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) in Creative Writing from Colorado State University, completing her studies from 2001 to 2004. Her academic background supports her expertise in communications and storytelling.
Professional Background
Aaryn D. Richard has a diverse professional background in communications and education. Before her current role, she worked as the Communications Manager at the Michigan State University Foundation from 2016 to 2019. She has also held positions as a Communications Director at the Michigan Biotechnology Institute and as an Adjunct Instructor at Front Range Community College. Additionally, she served as a Visiting Poet and Lecturer at Universidad Particular de Especialides 'Espíritu Santo' in Ecuador.
Achievements in Communications
In her role at the Burgess Institute, Aaryn D. Richard adheres to the Chicago Manual of Style, ensuring high standards in her communications. She is also the co-creator and executive producer of the podcast, Hatchcast, which is available on all major podcasting platforms. Her work reflects a commitment to effective communication and storytelling within the entrepreneurial community.
Personal Life
Aaryn D. Richard resides in Lansing, Michigan, where she shares her home with a 16-pound cat and two 5-pound dogs. This aspect of her life provides a glimpse into her personal interests and lifestyle outside of her professional commitments.