Christie is excited to be a part of Ignite, joining the team in March of 2023. Christie transitioned to Ignite from the Center for Professional Pathways at W&J, where she was the Employer Relations Coordinator for almost five years. Christie is connecting with entrepreneurs in an impactful way, supporting them as they turn challenges into opportunities for success. Even more exciting still is that it’s all happening right here in our local community!

As Ignite's Director, Max leads all Ignite's programming, consultative support, and mentoring. Max is also a member of the W&J faculty serving as the Director of the Entrepreneurial Studies program.