Gregory McElveen serves as Assistant Vice Chancellor for Strategic Initiatives at Fayetteville State University (FSU) and Executive Director of the FSU Research Corporation. In this position he provides leadership and guidance in the launch of new initiatives supporting the University’s strategic priorities. One specific area of focus includes leveraging the resources of the university to support regional small business growth; and assisting federal agencies and corporate employers in meeting their research and training needs through contracts and grants with FSU. Prior to Fayetteville State University, Greg’s positions included Strategic Planning at IBM and leadership positions at a major logistics company. Mr. McElveen earned a BA Degree with Distinction in Economics at Stanford University and an MBA, also at Stanford.