Pete serves as a strategic connector between WPI and the corporate world, helping organizations engage meaningfully with the university’s research, talent, and innovation ecosystem. With over 20 years of experience in high-profile roles and relationship management, he specializes in building partnerships that create mutual value for industry and academia.
In his role, Pete guides companies through a wide range of collaborative opportunities at WPI, including:
- Research Partnerships – Facilitating connections between corporate teams and WPI’s faculty, labs, and research centers to drive innovation and solve complex challenges.
- Student Project Sponsorship – Helping organizations sponsor real-world, project-based learning experiences that align with their business goals while giving students hands-on exposure.
- Recruiting and Talent Engagement – Supporting companies in building strong talent pipelines through internships, co-ops, career fairs, and on-campus engagement.
- Campus Visibility and Brand Presence – Advising partners on how to elevate their presence at WPI through events, speaking opportunities, and strategic sponsorships.
- Workforce Development – Collaborating with corporate partners to upskill and retain their workforce through tailored graduate education pathways and professional development programs that align with organizational goals.
Pete’s approach is rooted in collaboration, responsiveness, and long-term relationship building. He works closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that every partnership is aligned with strategic goals and delivers measurable impact.
Customer satisfaction is central to Pete’s philosophy. He is passionate about helping organizations and students thrive through purposeful engagement that fosters innovation, growth, and shared success.
