Tina Chen, M.A.
Operations & Strategic Initiatives Manager
Tina oversees operations, financial administration, and strategic initiatives for MXBio. Her experience encompasses clinical trial management and operational leadership across the University of Michigan, including Michigan Medicine, Alumni Association, and Concussion Center launched by the previous presidential Biosciences Initiative.
Shrishti Singh, Ph.D.
Strategic Analyst
Shrishti creates and analyzes strategic and organizational initiatives backed by data. Joining the team from U-M’s Innovation Partnerships, her background spans life-sciences product development as a PhD in biomedical engineering, former entrepreneur, technology transfer and commercialization.
Rishi Sharma, Ph.D.
Assistant Director, Business Development, Innovation Engine
Rishi manages business development and advises on technical execution for the Innovation Engine. His background integrates life science commercialization, preclinical development, and translational project management, combining deep technical expertise with strategic execution to advance university research into venture-ready opportunities.
Jessica Yurasek, M.A.
Communications Director
Jessica leads communications and marketing strategy, media relations, and scientific storytelling for MXBio. She brings deep expertise in creative brand strategy, digital communications, and executive media work across higher education and agency partnerships with major national brands, including a leadership role at the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan.