• Work on this initiative continues Part 1 of Fellow’s work with Rowan Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (RCIE). RCIE supports entrepreneurship at Rowan University, organizing over 100 speaker and networking events annually, from large-scale competitions to seed-funding initiatives for students and faculty. Building on prior efforts, this phase focuses on expanding and deepening entrepreneurship opportunities at Rowan University.  
• Fellow’s will:  
  • Enhance student workshops and mentorship programs created in Part 1: scale Innovation Express workshops, tailoring content based on student feedback and emerging needs; strengthen mentorship framework for Mentor Monday sessions, connecting students with professionals and RCIE resources; develop templates, guides, and worksheets to support workshop and mentorship efforts. 
  • Support the Entrepreneurship Student Advisory Board established in Part 1: provide continued guidance to the board, recruit new members, and increase awareness of the advisory board’s purpose; collaborate with board members to refine their mission and vision, identify student needs, and ensure alignment with RCIE goals; assist in maintaining engagement and sustaining impactful initiatives. 
  • Deepen outreach conducted in Part 1: create customized presentations for targeted student audiences and programs; build partnerships with faculty and staff across non-business disciplines to integrate entrepreneurship resources and activities into their curricula; act as a liaison between students, faculty, and RCIE leadership to gather feedback and enhance program offerings. 
• Fellow work on this initiative continues as a hybrid of virtual and on-site collaboration at Rowan’s Glassboro campus. Responsibilities may include attending workshops, events, and advisory board meetings in person, with flexibility for virtual coordination. 
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in entrepreneurship, innovation, student mentorship, community engagement, program development, interdisciplinary collaboration, organizational leadership, and scaling initiatives within campus ecosystems. 

• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with TixForGood, a New Jersey-based LLC operating through a fiscal sponsorship with Players Philanthropy Fund, a 501(c)(3). TixForGood provides a streamlined, innovative platform that partners with nonprofits to drive impactful fundraising initiatives, offering experiences such as sweepstakes for tickets to concerts, sports events, and more. This project is designed to support TixForGood’s growth as a mission-driven organization by strengthening its digital presence, operational clarity, and storytelling capabilities.
• Fellow will focus on supporting TixForGood’s growth and evolution through multifaceted initiatives, including:
  • Organizational Learning and Business Mapping: analyzing the organization's business model, revenue streams, and stakeholder relationships to document and map these elements for internal alignment; engaging with organizational leaders to understand how partnerships are built and sustained, from early relationship-building to deal closure.
  • Digital Content Audit and Strategy Development: conducting a comprehensive audit of public-facing digital content to assess alignment with TixForGood’s mission and brand; benchmarking competitors and alternatives in the nonprofit fundraising space to identify trends, opportunities, and best practices.
  • Leveraging Tools and Technology for Storytelling at Scale: optimizing research tools and platforms, including AI solutions, for efficient content generation and distribution across digital channels such as websites, blogs, email, and social media; developing a baseline content library and create templates to train AI tools for storytelling tailored to different platforms.
  • Campaign Development and Execution: collaborating with TixForGood leadership, marketing service providers, and nonprofit clients to design and execute a new digital content campaign; utilizing AI tools to streamline and enhance storytelling, ensuring consistency and scalability across all platforms.
• Anticipated deliverables will include:
  • a comprehensive map of TixForGood’s values, business model, and revenue streams;
  • a detailed report from the digital content audit with actionable recommendations;
  • AI-ready templates and workflows for efficient content creation; and
  • a fully launched and data-informed digital content campaign to elevate engagement with nonprofit clients and partners.
• Fellow work on this initiative will primarily be virtual with opportunities to collaborate with TixForGood’s leadership team and external service providers on location.
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in digital strategy, storytelling, and content creation; AI and emerging technologies for marketing and communication; organizational leadership, nonprofit innovation, and social impact; and research and benchmarking in nonprofit and for-profit fundraising spaces.

• Work on this project is in collaboration with the Rohrer College of Business Fellowship Leadership Team. This Social Impact Project aims to elevate the experience of military-affiliated students at Rowan and alumni by recognizing and leveraging the exceptional skills they bring to both the classroom and their career paths. Military-affiliated students possess a range of transferable skills, including leadership, adaptability, effective communication, problem-solving under pressure, teamwork, and resilience—traits that are highly valued in both academic and professional settings. Fellow will be involved in a wide-range of multifaceted initiatives with multilevel components, all working toward fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where military-affiliated students thrive, both academically and professionally, enhancing their academic journey and ensuring their continued success as they pursue their degrees and beyond. This initiative reinforces the university’s dedication to community building, empowerment, and excellence for all students. 
• Fellow will play a key role in intelligence gathering and market research phases focused across a variety of stakeholders, which might involve: 
  • Conducting surveys, focus groups, and informal conversations with military-affiliated Rowan students and alumni.  
  • Researching best practices for in-house staff and self-support resources to ensure that veterans and military-affiliated students have access to experts well-versed in veterans’ benefits. 
  • Facilitating outreach to the higher education community specializing in military-affiliated student success, e.g., federal service academies such as the U.S. Military Academy and U.S. Naval Academy, senior military colleges like The Citadel and Texas A&M University, and state-supported maritime colleges such as the California State University Maritime Academy.  
  • Exploring initiatives that can be tailored to Rowan’s specific student population and informing program development via the Veterans Affairs Office of Gloucester County, the Veteran Career Readiness Program by FourBlock, Student Veterans of America, and the National Veterans Leadership Foundation.  
• Fellow may take part in planning, developing, and/or implementing initiatives, such as: 
  • Establishing a student-led military veterans club to foster peer mentoring, networking, and community-building among military-affiliated students.  
  • Delivering peer-led workshops to help military-affiliated students highlight their unique skills on resumes, during interviews, and in classroom discussions, emphasizing the tremendous value they add to any organization. 
  • Development of academic readiness programs, such as boot camps that prepare military-affiliated students for success with a focus on building academic confidence and offering practical skills to help students transition smoothly into their coursework.  
  • Coordinating networking events to connect students, alumni, and their families with local employers seeking to hire talent with a military background, further promoting career opportunities. 
  • Refining and expanding self-access resources such as the Graduate Business Studies Program’s Military-Affiliated Students page. 
• This project has the potential to expand over multiple semesters with the same Fellow continuing. There is also the potential for collaboration on initiatives and programming with the Rohrer Center for Professional Development, Rowan’s Office of Career Advancement, the Military Services Office at Rowan, and/or other University departments. 
• Fellow will work on this initiative virtually and on-site at the Rowan campus in Glassboro in the Fellowship Leadership Team offices in Business Hall. Fellow may be required to attend sessions, events, or meetings on campus to conduct in-person surveys, gather research from focus groups, and confer with other University departments.  
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in community-building and engagement, military and veterans, inclusivity, human resources, professional development, career services, research, academia, educational services and administration, student life and wellness, public relations and marketing. 

• Work on this initiative to be conducted under the direction of a Rowan faculty member with expertise in marketing research, marketing management and strategy, services marketing, and sales management, as well as a faculty member at DePaul University with expertise in consumer-based strategy, crisis management and consumer neuroscience. Project components focus on the second phase of a marketing research study currently under peer review that examines how companies’ responses to negative online reviews (electronic word of mouth, i.e., eWOM) affect consumer choices and perceptions and thus impact profitability. The current study aims to impact consumer empowerment outcomes (e.g., increase confidence in purchase decisions), examine social dynamics (e.g., consumer influence over the products or services other customers choose), and to make policy recommendations to protect consumers and companies in the online space (e.g., promoting transparency, fairness, and accountability in online interactions and safeguarding against false information). 
• Preferably, the Fellow chosen for this project will have fundamental coding experience in Python or R. They will also need to perform data scraping techniques, so the Fellow should have some foundational knowledge or prior experience, enough to functionally perform these techniques with some support from faculty members.
• Fellow will assist in investigating different elements of customer reviews (length of review, tone, etc.) and the firm’s response, and how these elements affect third party readers’ emotional, cognitive, and behavioral responses. Methodology may include both qualitative and quantitative elements and involve basic and advanced data analyses techniques and programs. Fellow will assist in conducting interviews, creating surveys, collecting/analyzing data, as well as disseminating findings via reports and scholarly presentations. 
• Fellow work on this initiative is a mix of virtual and on-site at Rowan’s campus in Glassboro. Fellow may be required to attend university sponsored research events (e.g., faculty-research day) and may be offered the opportunity to attend professional marketing conferences. 
• Great for candidates interested in market research, marketing strategy, brand management, services marketing, consumer purchase decisions, eWOM (electronic word of mouth), online customer reviews, digital marketing, social media impact, customer experience, customer relations, consumer protection, social and economic equity, small business protections, data analysis and interpretation, academic research and writing. 

• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with the Rohrer Center for Professional Development (RCPD). The center, which is dedicated to preparing RCB undergraduate and graduate students for flourishing careers in business, provides coaching, workshops, resume and job search training, special networking and professional development events, such as corporate field trips and job fairs, and more. Fellow will support a major rebranding and marketing effort, from the look and feel of the center to logo creation to social media outreach, for the purpose of increasing engagement.  
• This Fellowship opportunity is perfect for a creative, outgoing, savvy social media enthusiast who would like to build upon and exercise their marketing prowess, using data-driven methods to achieve observable results.  
• Fellow to conduct primary and secondary marketing and engagement research (i.e., benchmarking, surveys, focus groups) to identify problems and solutions, then remove barriers to engagement and help develop a branding strategy that will increase visibility and positive perception among the student population the center seeks to serve. In addition to research, Fellow might create a brand kit, including social media and flyer templates, and help identify best social media outlets for target audience, etc. Fellow will help RCPD answer such questions as: 
  • How would our students like to use the space in the center? 
  • How do we make our students feel welcomed at the center? 
  • In what ways might the center shape and refine its offerings? 
• Fellow will work on this initiative virtually and on-site at the Rowan campus in Glassboro in the RCPD offices in Business Hall. Fellow may be required to attend sessions or meetings on campus to conduct in-person surveys or gather research from focus groups. 
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in rebranding, engagement, organizational leadership, academia, education, management, community building, professional development, public relations and marketing, research, and fostering connections among diverse populations.  

• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with Rowan’s Center for Responsible Leadership and a recently formed Historic Preservation Commission in a disadvantaged community in Gloucester County, NJ. The primary goals of the Commission are historic preservation, community engagement, and economic development. 
• Fellow to lead consultative process to build and refine strategic and operational planning and implementation efforts for the Commission. Fellow will synthesize intelligence gathered; identify tools, approaches, and funding sources; and outline action plans to explore economically viable and sustainable initiative scoping and implementation. Fellow consultation services might include gathering insights from stakeholder groups such as Commission members, Mayor and Town Council, local community leaders, established Commissions in the region, and potential partners in state and private grant agencies. 
• This initiative focus can expand to the creation of a "Friends of the Commission" Foundation to serve as a 501(C)(3) not-for-profit organization to coordinate fundraising, advocacy, institutional partnerships, and volunteer efforts for education-related initiatives aimed to benefit the home community of the Commission.
• Fellow work on this initiative will be virtual for both Rowan and the Commission with the potential for work to be done on Rowan’s campus in Glassboro and at the public library in the Commission’s community. 
• Great for candidates interested in social justice, economic justice, economic development, fundraising, historic preservation, community engagement, grant writing, native plants and sustainability in gardening, impact to local communities. 

• Work on this project is in collaboration with the Nick Virgilio Haiku Association (NVHA), a nonprofit dedicated to promoting literary arts and fostering community enrichment through poetry, particularly among Camden’s youth. Established in 1989 to honor the legacy of Camden-native poet Nick Virgilio, NVHA has organized international poetry contests, free workshops, and literacy programs, making a lasting cultural impact in underserved communities. This Social Impact Project aims to reposition NVHA’s brand to preserve Virgilio’s historical significance while connecting with modern creative voices. A key focus will be strengthening NVHA’s digital presence and bridging historical legacy with modern relevance to further its mission. This work aligns with social impact goals of enhancing cultural access, fostering community engagement, and enabling equitable participation in the arts.
• Fellow will:
  • Research NVHA’s history, current programming, and Camden community needs to identify opportunities for growth.
  • Collaborate with NVHA’s board and Camden-based community leaders to develop and implement a comprehensive rebranding strategy.
  • Create detailed project timelines, track progress, and establish key milestones, including quarterly reviews with NVHA leadership.
  • Strengthen NVHA’s digital presence by developing brand guidelines, redesigning digital assets, and organizing community feedback sessions.
  • Deliver a final report containing recommendations and a strategic plan for integrating new programs, bolstering fundraising efforts, and enhancing engagement.
  • Lead presentations to NVHA’s board and potential funders, showcasing how the rebranding supports the organization’s mission and long-term growth.
• This project has the potential to expand into subsequent phases, including implementing community-centered programs, broadening digital outreach, and tailoring engagement strategies for younger audiences while honoring NVHA’s historical significance.
• Fellow work on this initiative is primarily virtual, with opportunities to attend in-person sessions in Camden for community events and feedback sessions.
• Great for candidates interested in nonprofit branding, community engagement, arts in education, marketing, cultural preservation, and social impact initiatives.

Experienced Fellows with a proven track record are invited to work with their mentors to create their own custom-built Social Impact Project (SIP). RCB encourages potential Fellows to pitch a custom-built SIP during the application process, though it is not a requirement for the Fellowship.  

See the FAQs page for more information on custom-built SIPs. 

• While this project is in progress, future projects in this area of interest may be available for future Fellowships.
• This project is in collaboration with the Rohrer College of Business (RCB) Fellowship Leadership Team. The purpose is to elevate the quality and outcomes of Social Impact Projects (SIPs) by equipping Fellows with foundational project management skills tailored to the scale and scope of their initiatives. By adapting professional project management principles to SIPs, this initiative ensures enhanced project execution and performance, creating a legacy of best practices for future Fellow cohorts and long-term value for Fellow alumni through skill development that will be valuable throughout their careers.
• Fellow responsibilities will include:
  • Workshops:
    • Develop and deliver three advanced workshops during the semester, focusing on planning, managing, executing, and reporting SIPs through a project management lens.
    • Incorporate industry-leading methodologies adapted to SIPs, balancing technical rigor with practical application, given scale and scope of a project or initiative.
  • Mentoring:
    • Provide high-level 1:1 mentoring and coaching to Fellows to guide project strategy and overcome execution challenges.
    • Facilitate small group coaching sessions to foster strength in monitoring and early detection of problems; ongoing application of best practices; address common issues, and foster cross-project collaboration.
  • Support Across Group SIPs:
    • Participate in group SIP team meetings to provide insights, guidance, and support on both proactive project management planning and maintenance and general challenges.
    • Actively contribute to the success of multiple group SIP initiatives, leveraging professional expertise to assist with tasks or objectives that extend beyond project management where needed.
    • Serve as a collaborative team member across 5+ group SIP projects, offering broader value (beyond project management) through strategic input and tactical assistance, e.g., idea generation, feedback, problem-solving and contributions to research, survey drafts, etc.
  • Resource Development:
    • Refine the existing Project Charter template to ensure alignment with best practices in project management.
    • Develop a "Guidelines or Manual in Brief" to outline key tools, frameworks, and milestones for managing SIPs effectively.
    • Create a professional-quality video (under 10 minutes) capturing best practices, insights, and advice from the Lead Fellow and other current Fellows, designed for onboarding and training future cohorts.
  • Coordination:
    • Share all resources, tools, and recommendations with the RCB Fellowship Administration/Leadership, who will oversee their integration into the Canvas Hub.
• Fellow work for this initiative will be primarily virtual. Some workshops or coaching sessions will be conducted virtually and/or on campus in Glassboro. Resources will be delivered to the RCB Fellowship Leadership Team for implementation in the centralized Canvas Hub.
• This role requires an exceptional candidate with 10+ years of industry experience in project management and certified credentials (e.g., PMP, CAPM, or equivalent). The candidate should possess a sophisticated understanding of project management principles, as well as experience mentoring and guiding diverse teams. Strong skills in workshop facilitation, research, benchmarking, and operational execution are essential. Familiarity with academic or nonprofit settings and experience creating training materials are highly desirable. The candidate should also demonstrate an ability to contribute both strategically and tactically to collaborative projects, ensuring success through practical problem-solving and hands-on support.

• While this project is in progress, future projects in this area of interest may be available for future Fellowships.
• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine leadership and PAWS Farm Educational Center. PAWS Farm, established in 1979, provides a robust, hands-on educational experience where children can learn about and care for animals. In recent years, PAWS Farm has become an educational training facility for Rowan’s Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine. This project builds on the foundational business plan developed during Stage 1 of the PAWS Farm Social Impact Project series. Stage 2 will further the strategic development to enhance PAWS Farm’s operational, educational, and community impact. 
• Stage 2 will be a collaborative effort with one Fellow serving as project lead. While the lead Fellow will guide the overall project and coordinate deliverables, all Fellows involved will contribute to the research, strategy development, and recommendations.  
• Fellows will: 
  • Identify Strategic Goals: collaborate with leadership to establish specific short- and long-term goals for PAWS Farm’s growth and sustainability. 
  • Develop Metrics for Success: create a dashboard and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of PAWS Farm’s initiatives in alignment with identified goals. 
  • Research Best Practices: compile national STEM-farm educational best practices to inform program enhancements and ensure alignment with innovative trends in animal science and STEM education. 
  • Conduct a Competitive Analysis: evaluate similar educational farms and institutions to benchmark PAWS Farm’s offerings and identify opportunities for differentiation and improvement. 
  • Create Marketing Personas: develop detailed profiles of target audiences, including students, families, educators, and community partners, to inform outreach strategies and programming. 
  • Perform a Branding Study: assess and refine PAWS Farm’s brand identity to strengthen its alignment with its mission and enhance visibility and engagement. 
• Fellows will deliver a comprehensive report including a strategic goals framework, performance metrics dashboard, competitive analysis insights, marketing personas, and branding recommendations. 
• Fellows will work on this initiative virtually and on-site at Rowan’s Glassboro campus and the PAWS Farm Educational Center in Mt. Laurel, NJ. 
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in educational program development, educational start-ups, animal care and welfare, strategic planning, marketing, and organizational branding.  

• While this project is in progress, future projects in this area of interest may be available for future Fellowships.
• Work on this project is in collaboration with the Rohrer College of Business Assistant Director for Marketing and Events. This Social Impact Project aims to deepen community engagement for the Rohrer College of Business (RCB) by designing and implementing strategies to strengthen connections between RCB and its local, regional, and professional communities. 
• The Fellow will: 
  • Assess Current Engagement: conduct surveys, interviews, and focus groups with students, alumni, local businesses, and community organizations to understand RCB’s existing outreach impact and identify opportunities for enhancement. 
  • Develop Engagement Strategies: create a comprehensive plan for outreach initiatives, including mentorship programs, networking events, and community partnerships that align with RCB’s mission and values. 
  • Promote Inclusive Programming: design events and programs that reflect the diverse needs and interests of the community while fostering inclusivity and equity. 
  • Enhance Social Media Strategy: assess RCB’s current social media efforts, research best practices, and provide recommendations to improve performance, engagement, and community impact. 
  • Implement Digital Engagement: propose and build frameworks for strengthening RCB’s online presence through targeted social media campaigns, virtual events, and digital content that highlights RCB’s role in the community. 
  • Evaluate and Sustain Impact: develop metrics and tools for tracking the success of community engagement initiatives and propose a model for ongoing improvement and sustainability. 
• Fellow will also deliver a community engagement plan, including event frameworks, partnership proposals, digital content strategies, and an evaluation toolkit to measure long-term impact. 
• Work on this initiative is a mix of virtual and on-site engagement at Rowan’s Glassboro campus with opportunities to collaborate with community leaders and local businesses. 
• Great for candidates interested in community building, event planning, strategic communication, organizational leadership, and social equity. 

• While this project is in progress, future projects in this area of interest may be available for future Fellowships.
• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with OTC Services, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering adults with disabilities through job training, day programs, and residential services, as well as providing financial assistance to economically challenged individuals.
• Fellow will help research options and develop a business plan to integrate ideal smart, assistive, and enabling technologies into OTC Service’s programs and residential homes of program participants.  
• Fellow will work with OTC Services IT Manager and Development staff to identify how best to incorporate the most ideal technologies to not only support the daily living and independence of individuals with disabilities but also to enhance their overall quality of life.  
• Project components might include:  
  • Visit(s) to our day program and residential programs to better understand the needs, interests, and environment of individuals served and staff members. 
  • Conducting market research, benchmarking, and intelligence gathering to better understand trends and best practices in smart, assistive, and enabling technologies, with a focus on supporting adults with disabilities. 
  • Researching technological advancements and developing strategies to integrate these technologies into OTC Service’s programs and program participants’ homes. 
  • Identifying and/or developing optimal methods for sourcing, implementing, maintaining, and updating such technologies. 
  • Building a report and analysis, including recommendations for additional actionable items. 
• Fellow work on this initiative is primarily virtual, with welcomed (but not required) periodic visits to the OTC Services’s headquarters in Burlington Township, NJ. 
• Great for candidates interested in disability inclusion, disability allyship, disabilities in the workplace, social services, supporting underserved communities, assistive technologies, smart technologies, enabling technologies, impact to local communities, organizational leadership, and social and economic equity. 

• While this project is in progress, future projects in this area of interest may be available for future Fellowships.
• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with TixForGood, a New Jersey-based LLC operating through a fiscal sponsorship with Players Philanthropy Fund, a 501(c)(3). TixForGood provides a streamlined, innovative platform that partners with nonprofits to drive impactful fundraising initiatives, offering experiences such as sweepstakes for tickets to concerts, sports events, and more. This project is designed to support TixForGood’s growth as a mission-driven organization by strengthening its digital presence, operational clarity, and storytelling capabilities.
• Fellow will focus on supporting TixForGood’s growth and evolution through multifaceted initiatives, including:
  • Organizational Learning and Business Mapping: analyzing the organization's business model, revenue streams, and stakeholder relationships to document and map these elements for internal alignment; engaging with organizational leaders to understand how partnerships are built and sustained, from early relationship-building to deal closure.
  • Digital Content Audit and Strategy Development: conducting a comprehensive audit of public-facing digital content to assess alignment with TixForGood’s mission and brand; benchmarking competitors and alternatives in the nonprofit fundraising space to identify trends, opportunities, and best practices.
  • Leveraging Tools and Technology for Storytelling at Scale: optimizing research tools and platforms, including AI solutions, for efficient content generation and distribution across digital channels such as websites, blogs, email, and social media; developing a baseline content library and create templates to train AI tools for storytelling tailored to different platforms.
  • Campaign Development and Execution: collaborating with TixForGood leadership, marketing service providers, and nonprofit clients to design and execute a new digital content campaign; utilizing AI tools to streamline and enhance storytelling, ensuring consistency and scalability across all platforms.
• Anticipated deliverables will include:
  • a comprehensive map of TixForGood’s values, business model, and revenue streams;
  • a detailed report from the digital content audit with actionable recommendations;
  • AI-ready templates and workflows for efficient content creation; and
  • a fully launched and data-informed digital content campaign to elevate engagement with nonprofit clients and partners.
• Fellow work on this initiative will primarily be virtual with opportunities to collaborate with TixForGood’s leadership team and external service providers on location.
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in digital strategy, storytelling, and content creation; AI and emerging technologies for marketing and communication; organizational leadership, nonprofit innovation, and social impact; and research and benchmarking in nonprofit and for-profit fundraising spaces.

• While this project is in progress, future projects in this area of interest may be available for future Fellowships.
• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine leadership and PAWS Farm Educational Center. PAWS Farm, established in 1979, provides a robust, hands-on educational experience where children can learn about and care for animals. In recent years, PAWS Farm has become an educational training facility for Rowan’s Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine. This project focuses on enhancing the visitor experience and long-term sustainability of PAWS Farm by developing innovative retail and activity spaces and establishing a robust fundraising strategy. The Fellows will play a key role in designing spaces, defining operational strategies, and creating plans to secure diverse funding sources to ensure that PAWS Farm continues to serve the community through educational programming for generations to come. 
• This project will be a collaborative team effort, with individual Fellows taking the lead on specific components while also serving as supportive team members for other aspects of the project. The overall project will rely on collective input and shared responsibilities to ensure alignment and integration across all components. 
• Fellows will collaborate across three key areas—retail space development, activity barn design, and social impact fundraising: 
  • Retail Space Development for the Welcome Center: Fellows will identify and assess appropriate space for the retail area, including square footage needs; specify required furniture and hardware to optimize functionality and aesthetic appeal; create a merchandising strategy that highlights PAWS Farm’s mission and educational goals; design the layout to maximize customer engagement and sales; compile a detailed list of startup costs for launching the retail space; establish retail metrics, such as basket analysis, same-store sales, revenue per square foot, and profitability tracking; develop a staffing plan, potentially integrating student opportunities similar to the Saxbys model in Business Hall; formulate a comprehensive marketing plan, blending online and offline strategies to promote the retail space. 
  • Activity Barn Design: Fellows will take precise measurements of the barn structure to inform planning; draft detailed descriptions for each area of the barn, envisioning its transformation into a mock veterinary hospital. These descriptions should address function, target audiences, and educational/entertainment value; translate descriptions into actionable purchasing lists with estimated costs; design a second-story loft theater, specifying layout and potential programming activities; obtain quotes for barn renovations, including structural and functional upgrades; research grants and sponsorship opportunities to fund barn improvements. 
  • Plan for Social Impact Fundraising: Fellows will collaborate with the Director of Development to identify diverse revenue streams, including retail sales, grants, sponsorships, donations, and philanthropic contributions; develop an actionable fundraising plan to ensure PAWS Farm’s financial stability and sustainability. 
• Fellows will deliver a detailed report encompassing retail and barn development plans, cost analyses, marketing and staffing strategies, and a comprehensive fundraising plan. 
• Fellows will work on this initiative virtually and on-site at Rowan’s Glassboro campus and the PAWS Farm Educational Center in Mt. Laurel, NJ. 
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in animal care and welfare, nonprofit management, strategic retail development, educational programming, social impact fundraising, and sustainability planning. 

• While this project is in progress, future projects in this area of interest may be available for future Fellowships.
• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with OTC Services, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering adults with disabilities through job training, day programs, and residential services, as well as providing financial assistance to economically challenged individuals.
• This project builds on the Stage 1 planning phase of exploring the possibility of establishing the OTC Foundation, a separate 501(c)(3) entity designed to provide direct financial assistance, disaster relief, and expanded community support.
• The Fellow’s role will help set the stage for the Foundation’s operational success, aligning its mission with OTC’s social impact goals to support underserved communities and individuals with disabilities. The Fellow will also work with the OTC leadershipteam to explore the possibility of creating a separate foundation entity under OTC Services (vs. building the foundation) with the purpose of providing community assistance to individuals with disabilities as well as economically disadvantaged individuals. 
• Fellow work on this initiative is primarily virtual, with occasional on-site engagements at OTC’s headquarters in Burlington Township, NJ, as needed.
• Great for candidates with an interest in nonprofit management, fundraising and development, grant writing, disability advocacy, strategic planning, community engagement, and program design.

• While this project is in progress, future projects in this area of interest may be available for future Fellowships.
• Work on this initiative is a continuation of the Stage 1 project, Assessing the Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Sports. In collaboration with Rowan University's Center for Sports Communication and Social Impact, this project builds on previous research to address gaps identified in the use and accessibility of AI tools within sports organizations. The Fellow will focus on leveling the playing field for underrepresented sports or levels of competition, helping these entities leverage AI to enhance their competitiveness and relevance. This initiative aligns with social impact goals of equity and innovation by expanding access to transformative technologies within the sports industry.
• Fellow will explore strategic recommendations generated in Stage 1 and engage in targeted research and consultation. Tasks may include:
  • Revising the Stage 1 report for conference submission and/or peer-reviewed journal publication.
  • Conducting focused research into specific sports organizations’ AI adoption, examining the most impactful tools.
  • Designing and conducting interviews with sport and sport media organizations to assess current usage and challenges in AI tool adoption.
  • Creating a detailed case study highlighting findings and strategic insights, with the aim of submitting the case study for journal publication.
  • Identifying next steps for addressing ongoing gaps in AI adoption within sports organizations.

• Fellow work on this initiative will be virtual, with potential for occasional on-site collaboration or interviews at sports organizations as required.

• Great for candidates with interests in artificial intelligence, sports communication, equity in technology, qualitative and quantitative research, strategic consulting, academic writing, and innovation in sports media and management.

• While this project is in progress, future projects in this area of interest may be available for future Fellowships.
• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with Rowan University's Center for Sports Communication and Social Impact. National Girls and Women in Sports Day (NGWSD), launched by the Women’s Sports Foundation, celebrates the achievements of girls and women in sports while inspiring participation and leadership. Prior to COVID, Rowan hosted a robust day of events for NGWSD. Post-COVID, the event has been limited to a featured speaker. This project aims to revitalize NGWSD on Rowan’s campus, reconceptualizing it as a dynamic event that honors its legacy while earning recognition from the National Women’s Sports Foundation.
• Fellow will research and analyze past NGWSD events at Rowan and peer institutions to identify successes and areas for improvement. Specific responsibilities may include:
  • Examining Rowan’s past NGWSD events and gathering input from affiliated faculty to craft a vision for the reimagined event.
  • Researching available resources from the Women’s Sports Foundation, Rowan University, and potential campus partners.
  • Identifying barriers to executing the envisioned day and proposing actionable solutions.
  • Creating a comprehensive proposal for NGWSD 2026, including programming, partnerships, and logistical recommendations.
• Fellow work on this initiative will be primarily virtual with occasional on-site meetings at Rowan University’s Glassboro campus for faculty consultations and event planning.
• Great for candidates with interests in event planning, sports leadership, community engagement, gender equity in sports, research, and nonprofit collaboration.

• While this project is in progress, future projects in this area of interest may be available for future Fellowships.
• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with Rowan Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (RCIE). RCIE supports entrepreneurship at Rowan University, organizing over 100 speaker and networking events annually, from large-scale competitions to seed-funding initiatives for students and faculty. The Fellow will play a key role in designing, delivering, and supporting programs that enhance entrepreneurial thinking and engagement across campus. By promoting innovative mindsets and equipping students with essential skills, the initiative supports Rowan’s mission to foster creativity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community impact. 
• Fellow will:  
  • Facilitate workshops and mentorship sessions: deliver Innovation Express workshops to teach entrepreneurial skills such as ideation, prototyping, and pitching; lead Mentor Monday sessions to guide student entrepreneurs in refining business ideas, developing strategies, and addressing challenges. 
  • Promote entrepreneurial programs and outreach: build awareness of RCIE resources, competitions, and workshops, visiting interdisciplinary classes and student organizations; represent RCIE at campus events to encourage student engagement with entrepreneurial opportunities. 
  • Establish and launch the Student Advisory Board: collaborate with RCIE leadership to establish the Entrepreneurship Student Advisory Board; recruit and onboard founding members from diverse disciplines and facilitate initial meetings; define roles, support goal-setting, and guide the board in proposing initiatives that align with RCIE’s mission to enhance Rowan’s student entrepreneurship ecosystem. 
• Fellow work on this initiative is a hybrid of virtual and on-site collaboration at Rowan’s Glassboro campus. Responsibilities may include attending workshops, events, and advisory board meetings in person, with flexibility for virtual coordination. 
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in entrepreneurship, leadership, and student engagement. Strong communication, facilitation, and project management skills are essential. Experience with mentoring, program development, or event coordination is highly desirable. 

• While this project is in progress, future projects in this area of interest may be available for future Fellowships.
• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with Rowan’s Center for Responsible Leadership under the direction of two Rowan faculty members, one with expertise in mechanical/bioengineering as well as in artificial intelligence’s intersection with accounting. The other faculty member supervises an interdisciplinary BA program between the School of Business and School of Earth and Environment at Rowan and is a sustainability expert serving on multiple environmental commissions and committees for various stakeholders in the state of New Jersey. Both faculty members have extensive experience presenting at conferences, researching, and publishing.  
• The lead Rowan faculty members for the project are interested in exploring and answering the question: How can we develop AI tools to assist with sustainability assessment and reporting and get businesses to actually use them? They seek a Fellow with experience in or knowledge of AI and/or large language models (LLMs) or a passionate curiosity for them, as well as for finding business applications for their use. The project leads are willing to mentor a Fellow who has synchronous areas of interest and/or related career goals. The project offers hands-on experience in multidisciplinary research, fostering skills in data analysis, AI model development, and stakeholder engagement. 
• Fellow to engage in interdisciplinary collaboration for the integration of ethical considerations into AI models, ensuring sustainability reporting tools align with global sustainability standards and ethical norms. Fellow to collect data, develop and refine models within an AI platform, and assist with drafting research papers and presentations. Fellow will conduct outreach efforts to connect the team with industry partners for collaborations. 
• This initiative has the potential for the Fellow to incorporate a dimension of their own interest area to the project, e.g., developing a panel or event related to the topic that also advances the Fellow’s own career or goals. 
• Fellow work on this initiative is a mix of virtual and on-site at Rowan’s campus in Glassboro.  
• Great for candidates interested in bridging technological innovation with sustainability challenges and driving advancements in corporate transparency. Also suited for candidates interested in leveraging AI to advance environmental stewardship, sustainable business strategies in accounting/reporting, and management consulting. 

• While this project is in progress, future projects in this area of interest may be available for future Fellowships.
• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with the Center for Sports Communication and Social Impact at Rowan University. The center’s mission is to pursue social impact through deliberation of current issues, service learning, exposure to diverse perspectives, and advocacy. The project aims to conduct a thorough analysis of the current landscape of AI tools in sports to evaluate the costs associated with these technologies, assess their applications across various sports and levels, and identify potential gaps where certain sports or tiers may be left behind in the AI revolution. The center plans to cooperate with an international university partner with a prestigious global sports institute, sharing both resources and publishing credit jointly.
• Fellow to conduct extensive research and analysis to create a comprehensive report detailing the current state of AI tools in sports. Fellow will assist at every level of the information gathering and analysis process as an active participant with the following responsibilities.
  • Cataloging and categorizing AI tools currently available for sports applications based on their functionalities, such as performance analytics, injury prevention, player recruitment, and fan engagement. Evaluate where and how these AI tools are being utilized within various sports and at different levels of competition (e.g., professional, collegiate, amateur).
  • Preparing a cost analysis of the financial implications of adopting these AI tools, including initial investment, maintenance, and operational costs.
  • Investigating inclusion and exclusion to assess which sports or levels of competition may be underserved or excluded from the benefits of AI technologies, while analyzing the reasons behind these gaps, including financial, technological, or structural barriers.
  • Proposing actionable strategies for sports or levels that are at risk of being left behind in the AI revolution and developing recommendations for how these entities can effectively integrate AI tools to enhance their performance, competitiveness, and overall engagement.
• Fellow will work on this initiative virtually and on-site at the Rowan campus in Glassboro and in-person with faculty from the Center of Sports Communication as needed. Fellow may be required to attend sessions or meetings on campus.
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in artificial intelligence, academic research and publishing, quantitative and qualitative research, data analytics and information systems, community building, social impact, sports communications, and sports equity.

• While this project is in progress, future projects in this area of interest may be available for future Fellowships. 
• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with the Rowan Innovation Venture Fund (RIVF), a $25 million private equity fund supporting entrepreneurs and technology commercialization at Rowan University and throughout the Southern New Jersey area. Fellow works with the Managing Director of the RIVF to establish and expand upon internal operations processes and community facing initiatives to further support entrepreneurship and economic growth in the region.  
• Fellow will assist with Rowan Innovation Venture Fund operations, including: 
  • sourcing potential investment opportunities throughout the Rowan community, Southern New Jersey and the Greater Philadelphia area, including opportunities in technologies that advance modern medicine and patient treatment, promote mental health and wellness, and tackle more of society’s most pressing challenges; 
  • providing mentorship to entrepreneurs, evaluating potential investment opportunities and participating in monthly Screening Committee meetings (held remotely via Zoom at 8:00 am, usually the fourth Friday of each month); 
  • conducting investment research/diligence and preparing investment overviews;
  • tracking and facilitating support of portfolio companies and engaging other community members and Rowan University faculty and students, to provide support to founders and their companies;  
  • managing brand/marketing initiatives; 
  • developing programs and initiatives in support of underrepresented and underserved founders; and 
  • executing special projects (quarterly and annual reporting, research, etc.).  
• Fellow work on this initiative is virtual and on Rowan’s campus in Glassboro in collaboration with the Rowan Innovation Venture Fund as well as the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in entrepreneurship, venture capital, technology commercialization, economic development, law, community engagement, and small business impact to local communities.

• Work on this initiative was in collaboration with Philly Startup Leaders (PSL), a 501(c)3 nonprofit formed by entrepreneurs and business leaders to offer support to startup businesses in the region, from procuring funding to finding affordable talent to connecting entrepreneurs to resources such as mentoring, professional development, and leadership training. PSL is Philadelphia’s largest network of entrepreneurial founders, mentors, and investors, with a core cultural belief that entrepreneurs are the backbone of our society. PSL’s mission is to revitalize Philadelphia, turning it once again into a hub for innovation and equitable growth, leading to technological advancements, job creation, and overall economic growth. The Fellow chosen for this Social Impact Project (SIP) will conduct a data collection and analysis study under the supervision of the Philly Startup Leaders CEO and EVP of Strategic Partnerships as well as the Board President.
• Fellow supported in researching best practices in data capture, metrics, and leveraging data analysis in the startup and incubator environments. Fellow assisted with the development and dissemination of a data collection project for the purposes of database development, economic development reporting, board reporting, and applying to grant and funding opportunities. Fellow also worked with the leadership team to analyze data and create relevant reporting for identifying and screening potential partners, measuring progress and outcomes, strategic and operational planning, and other data-driven decision-making efforts.
• The Fellow worked on this initiative with a mix of virtual and on-site meetings with the leadership team and attended Philly Startup Leaders events. 

• Fellow worked with Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine leadership and PAWS Farm Educational Center staff to create a business plan that includes a mission statement, launch plan and operational budget for educational programs and services to be delivered at the PAWS Farm Educational Center.
• The Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine is extending its teaching, clinical research, and service mission at PAWS Farm through the following programs and outreach activities. 
  • Professional skills curriculum for DVM candidates and professional graduate students 
  • Volunteering and service-learning opportunities for Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine students 
  • Career exploration programs for children across pre-K through grade 12 
  • Summer intensive program for high-achieving high school students from underrepresented populations 
  • Animal exploration summer camps for young children 
  • Open access hours to PAWS Farm for children and families to experience animal handling and care 
  • Field trip opportunities for regional school districts 

• Fellow created a report at the end of their Fellowship that assesses the effectiveness of the business plan in practice and addresses concerns for follow-up and revisions to current and future plans.
• Fellow worked on this initiative virtually and on-site at the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine of Rowan University, both on campus in Glassboro, as well at the PAWS Farm Educational Center located in Mt. Laurel, NJ. 

• Work on this project was in collaboration with OTC Services, a hyperlocal nonprofit providing comprehensive job training and placement, day programs, and residential services to adults with disabilities. OTC Services empowers adults with disabilities to reach their maximum potential by achieving their career goals through a person-centered decision-making process, tailored job opportunities, and vocational support. Additionally, OTC’s residential services prioritize personal growth and self-sufficiency, offering 24/7 support in compassionate group homes. Fellow will support OTC Services in the development of a Community Assistance Foundation to respond to the hardships individuals in OTC’s programs experience, such as loss of state benefits, personal tragedies, and other unexpected challenges. The Community Assistance Foundation also aims to provide timely and essential support for the caregivers and families of OTC’s program participants. OTC expects to raise funds through the foundation to offer grants ranging from $100 to $10,000 to address critical needs, including assistive technology, respite care, rental assistance, specialized therapies, and more. 
• Fellow became an engaged team member to support the research and early development stages of creating the new foundation in the areas of strategic planning, compliance, and identifying potential collaborators and revenue streams. Fellow aided in originated a comprehensive plan for launching the foundation, i.e., conducting a SWOT analysis to assist with goal setting and alignment with OTC’s mission, researching and establishing legal requirements, and developing robust documentation for policies and procedures. Fellow conducted market research, benchmarking, and intelligence gathering, including researching potential competitors or alternatives to OTC Services, as well as fundraising channels, potential partners, and other resources. Fellow investigated policies and regulations to ensure OTC Services is aware of potential compliance issues. 
• In a subsequent phase, the Fellow will lead a consultative process to build and refine strategic and operational planning and implementation efforts for the foundation. Fellow might create a baseline on which to establish and formalize a fundraising and grant-seeking plan that includes corporate, government, and community outreach to identify potential stakeholders, donors, and corporate partners. 
• The Fellow worked on this initiative primarily virtually, with welcomed periodic visits to the OTC Service’s headquarters in Burlington Township, NJ. 

• Work on this initiative was in collaboration with Rowan’s Center for Responsible Leadership under the direction of two Rowan faculty members, one with expertise in sustainability, the other with expertise in behavioral economics, and both with an extensive and impressive record of research, publication, grant awards, and public speaking engagements. The leading Rowan faculty members for the project mentored the MBA Fellow since they had synchronous areas of interest and related career goals. Project components focused on investigating methods of inspiring and expanding sustainability in the golf industry, in the sense of urging facilities to adopt sustainability practices and motivating golfers to seek out such courses.
• Fellow assisted in conducting interviews, creating surveys, collecting/analyzing data, as well as drafting research papers and presentations and disseminating findings. Fellow investigated potential industry partners and help initiate connections for future collaboration.
• This project was a mix of virtual and on-site at Rowan’s campus in Glassboro.
• Fellow gained experience in academic research, sustainability and sports, tourism industry, nature preservation/conservation, data analytics and business development, corporate social responsibility, environmental and social stewardship, and socially responsible marketing.

• Ronald Ngwashi worked in collaboration with TixForGood, a New Jersey-based LLC operating through a fiscal sponsorship with Players Philanthropy Fund, a 501(C)(3). TixForGood is dedicated to empowering nonprofits with an innovative fundraising platform that connects organizations with opportunities to amplify their impact through events and experiential philanthropy. Ronald’s role as a Nonprofit Partnership Development Specialist centered on enhancing TixForGood’s ability to foster meaningful collaborations and drive community impact.  
• Through extensive research and analysis, Ronald helped develop a groundbreaking engagement plan that redefined community engagement and premium fundraising services. Ronald worked closely with TixForGood’s leadership to expand services, strengthen technology, and build strategic partnerships. His contributions were instrumental in positioning TixForGood as a leading force in the nonprofit sector, ensuring its continued growth and ability to support organizations in achieving their missions. 
• By leveraging his expertise in finance and sustainable development, Ronald helped TixForGood refine its operational strategies and strengthen its brand. He also played a key role in highlighting the organization’s impact through digital storytelling, engaging diverse stakeholders, and advancing the vision of creating a more connected and empowered community. His efforts showcased the power of analytics and storytelling to illustrate the tangible benefits created through TixForGood’s model, which transforms ticket donations into gateways for philanthropy. 

• Ronald Ngwashi worked in collaboration with Rowan’s Center for Responsible Leadership and the Pegasus Education Foundation (PPEF) in an economically disadvantaged community in Gloucester County, NJ. The mission of the education foundation is to enhance and enrich teaching and learning in the home community’s three pre-K–12 public schools to help prepare and inspire the academic pursuits of all students from preschool through graduation. Pegasus Education Foundation, a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization, is separate from the school district, existing solely to provide resources to maintain and improve school programs. The foundation coordinates fundraising, advocacy, institutional partnerships, and volunteer efforts for education-related initiatives aimed to benefit students. 
• Fellow Ronald Ngwashi’s role focused on developing a fundraising campaign aimed at expanding PPEF's initiatives and securing partnerships with corporations committed to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. Ronald utilized his expertise in financial strategy to play a key role in aligning PPEF’s educational goals with the priorities of potential corporate donors. Through tailored presentations and outreach efforts, he helped PPEF secure vital partnerships and laid the groundwork for the community’s new high school and early childhood STEAM centers. He also led a digital storytelling campaign, showcasing the success stories from PPEF’s programs. Ronald’s efforts helped increase visibility and engage the community. 

• Franck Gerard worked in collaboration with Samaritan, a not-for-profit organization that provides support to families in end-of-life care in comfort and dignity through a myriad of services and a team of experts including physicians, nurses, social workers, certified home health aides, spiritual support counselors, bereavement counselors, and volunteers. The focus of the project was a training initiative to assist senior executives in supporting and optimizing designated staff’s organizational capacities. 
• He designed a customized introductory course in project management—including quizzes, case studies, and other auxiliary materials, and delivered its instruction in 1-hour classes over five weeks. The “Better Practices” course was published as a workbook the client can reuse for future training initiatives. He delivered a final report with coursework templates, also for the client’s permissible use. He worked closely with staff trainees in his role as facilitator, providing valuable feedback, evaluations, and other communication. 

• Robert "Bill" Rodgers worked in collaboration with Samaritan, a not-for-profit organization that provides support to families in end-of-life care in comfort and dignity through a myriad of services and a team of experts including physicians, nurses, social workers, certified home health aides, spiritual support counselors, bereavement counselors, and volunteers.  
• He aggregated census statistics, covered a myriad of interlinking topics and perspectives, conducted analysis and created documentation aiding an internal assessment of whether vital healthcare services are reaching those that need them most. He used census data to help determine deficits in service awareness within the community and expand visibility in target areas where accessibility to services is lacking. 

• Robert "Bill" Rodgers worked in collaboration with Samaritan, a not-for-profit organization that provides support to families in end-of-life care in comfort and dignity through a myriad of services and a team of experts including physicians, nurses, social workers, certified home health aides, spiritual support counselors, bereavement counselors, and volunteers.  
• He designed and constructed a backend website database that engages community members as well as partners across multiple sectors—social work, physicians, hospice care providers, and other healthcare resources—to better target health and wellness needs in the surrounding area. He acted as the lead architect, conceptualizing, developing, and strategizing all aspects of the database, to incorporate data collection components for analysis and implementation. 

• Robert "Bill" Rodgers worked in collaboration with Rowan’s Center for Responsible Leadership and the Pegasus Educacation Foundation (PPEF) in an economically disadvantaged community in Gloucester County, NJ. The mission of the education foundation is to enhance and enrich teaching and learning in the home community’s three pre-K–12 public schools to help prepare and inspire the academic pursuits of all students from preschool through graduation. Pegasus Education Foundation, a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization, is separate from the school district, existing solely to provide resources to maintain and improve school programs. The foundation coordinates fundraising, advocacy, institutional partnerships, and volunteer efforts for education-related initiatives aimed to benefit students.
• Fellow Bill Rodgers led a consultative process to build and refine strategic and operational planning and implementation efforts for the foundation. He focused on expanding and formalizing a fundraising and grant-seeking plan that includes corporate, government, and community outreach.

• Ronald Ngwashi worked in collaboration with Gateway Community Action Partnership (CAP), a nonprofit organization serving as the designated community action agency for Gloucester, Salem, and Cumberland counties. With a track record spanning over two decades, Gateway CAP has forged a meaningful partnership with the Regional Foundation (formerly the Wells Fargo Foundation), engaging in successful neighborhood revitalization initiatives across the region.
• Recently, Gateway CAP secured a Neighborhood Revitalization Planning Grant from the Regional Foundation to facilitate the creation of a comprehensive revitalization plan for the Borough of Paulsboro. Employing a resident-driven approach, this endeavor aimed to develop a community roadmap deeply rooted in historical context, contemporary realities, and the lived experiences of neighborhood residents. Throughout the planning processes, a dedicated focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging (DEIAB) was consistently applied. 
• Fellow Ronald Ngwashi provided project assistant services to support the Neighborhood Revitalization Planning Process. His consultancy services involved researching business development cases in comparable communities, participating in the resident engagement process (data collection, data interpretation, meeting coordination, survey development, survey dissemination, etc.), and conducting and analyzing assessments of gathered data. He contributed to mapping out targeted outcomes, goals, and objectives to inform the development of a cohesive strategy. He also supported in facilitating early-stage preparations for implementation, evaluation, and ongoing engagement.

• Larah-Ann Petersen worked in collaboration with the Rowan Innovation Venture Fund (RIVF), a $25 million private equity fund supporting entrepreneurs and technology commercialization at Rowan University and throughout the Southern New Jersey area. Fellow worked with the Managing Director of the RIVF to establish and expand upon internal operations processes and community facing initiatives to further support entrepreneurship and economic growth in the region.  
• She assisted with Rowan Innovation Venture Fund operations, including: 
  • sourced potential investment opportunities throughout the Rowan community, Southern New Jersey and the Greater Philadelphia area, including opportunities in technologies that advance modern medicine and patient treatment, promote mental health and wellness, and tackle more of society’s most pressing challenges; 
  • provided mentorship to entrepreneurs, evaluated potential investment opportunities and participated in monthly Screening Committee meetings;
  • conducted investment research/diligence and prepared investment overviews;
  • tracked and facilitated support of portfolio companies and engaged other community members and Rowan University faculty and students, to provide support to founders and their companies;  
  • managed brand/marketing initiatives; 
  • developed programs and initiatives in support of underrepresented and underserved founders; and 
  • executed special projects (quarterly and annual reporting, research, etc.). 

• Siena Rampulla worked in collaboration with TixForGood, a NJ-based LLC, operating through a fiscal sponsorship with Players Philanthropy Fund, a 501(C)(3), that provides nonprofits with a streamlined and robust fundraising avenue. 
• She became an engaged team member to support the development and expansion strategy for a startup organization whose mission is to amplify and advance fundraising opportunities for nonprofit organizations.  
• She conducted market research, benchmarking scans, and general intelligence reports to better understand trends and best practices in philanthropic giving that might help to refine or expand current organizational offerings. Serving as an Ambassador, she helped foster meaningful connections with both nonprofit and corporate leaders while attending charity events such as golf tournaments, 5K runs, galas, and dinner parties as well as professional networking events and nonprofit conferences. She helped strategically position this startup organization as a bridge between the nonprofit and for-profit sectors and in marketing sponsoring brands across various channels of new media (social media, email, website, podcasts, etc.) and in-person events. 

• Aarushi Gupta worked within Rowan’s Center for Responsible Leadership. She developed and implemented a social impact marketing strategy to demonstrate successes and engage stakeholders to further expand upon Rowan University’s sustainability initiatives. From academic offerings to technical changes across functional areas, engagement with student groups, and even hiring new faculty, Rowan is serious about sustainability.
• She worked to advance submission of Rowan University’s STARS sustainability impact report. The STARS report is a transparent, self-reporting framework for colleges and universities to measure their sustainability performance.  
• Goals of the Sustainability at Rowan social marketing campaign include informing, inspiring, and sharing opportunities for participation in initiatives for both internal (students, faculty, and employees) and external (prospective students, alumni, and the broader community) audiences. 

• Zachary Rouhas collaborated with Rowan’s Center for Responsible Leadership and the Sport Ecology Group, a community of academics that addresses research related to sport and the natural environment with a goal to synthesize sport ecology research in one place so that researchers and practitioners have access to the latest information. The project focused on examining climate change-related hazards threatening fairgrounds, personnel, and attendees on Formula 1, Formula E, Extreme E, and IndyCar race sites, including risks related to heat, severe weather events, air quality, and other relevant challenges (e.g., the health of fans and racing teams). Research efforts included research design, data collection and analysis, interpretation of results, and report writing.
• Zachary was an active part of the team's research initiatives—at the intersection of climate action and sports—including creating related educational resources, webinars, workshops, and content for publications and social media. 

• Sarah Atai provided consultative services to Samaritan, a nonprofit organization that offers support to families in end-of-life care in comfort and dignity through a myriad of services and a team of experts including physicians, nurses, social workers, certified home health aides, spiritual support counselors, bereavement counselors, and volunteers.
• After assessing a need to recruit certified health aids to meet a growing demand, Sarah worked with Samaritan’s Human Resources team to support the recruitment efforts, from compiling a comprehensive list of ideal candidates through outreach to community- and faith-based organizations. With Sarah’s assistance, Samaritan successfully recruited and hired seventeen full-time certified health aides out of the twenty targeted positions. Working with Samaritan’s development team and golf tournament committee, Sarah helped raise funds to support bereaved families, hospice patients, and family caregivers. 
• Sarah advanced Samaritan’s commitment to inclusion, diversity and access. She worked with Samaritan’s marketing communications team on outreach efforts to increase access to Samaritan’s services for diverse patients and families, and she attended and reported on a BIPOC Media Landscape Panel and ESG conference in her role as consultant. 

• In collaboration with Rowan Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (RCIE) and the Collingswood Economic Development Office, Fellow Michelle Martinez assisted Dr. Colleen Kendrick, a Rowan University faculty member in the Marketing Department, in coordinating the Biz Builders Webinar. The webinar aimed to provide marketing expertise to small businesses in Collingswood NJ, offering insights on how to effectively promote their offerings within the context of being a destination location, leveraging social media, and fostering community connections. In her capacity as coordinator, Michelle acted as liaison between RCIE and stakeholders from Collingswood, NJ, during the planning period. She moderated the webinar, contributing meaningfully to the economic development initiatives in Collingswood. 

• In collaboration with the Rowan Center for Responsible Leadership, Fellow Michelle Martinez facilitated a virtual "MBA Roundtable,” a dynamic forum she organized for her fellow MBA students and other Rowan-affiliated individuals. The meeting’s purpose was to provide an insightful and educational experience for participants by giving them the opportunity to discuss and explore crucial questions around the role of finance in society and its potential as an arena for social change.  
• During the session, Michelle moderated, guiding the conversation with industry experts to delve into the intersection of finance, social equity, and corporate social responsibility, emphasizing the role that MBA students can play in bringing about meaningful change. 
• The event tackled the importance of financial education and the challenges faced by social equity initiatives in terms of funding.
• “MBA Roundtable” served as an enriching platform for graduate student participants to engage with the expert moderators and gain valuable insights for how to translate the discussed concepts into actionable steps for their personal and professional paths.