Serving all of the University of Michigan from the Ross School of Business
Serving all of the University of Michigan from the Ross School of Business
Zell Lurie Institute, University of Michigan

Contact Us

701 Tappan Ave, R3200
Ann Arbor, MI 48109

[email protected]

(734) 615-4419

Entrepreneurial Advising

Schedule an Appointment to meet with an Institute staff member through our Office Hours advising program. Current students, prospective students, and U-M alumni may sign up online.

Student Programs

Student co-curricular programs are an excellent opportunity for students to refine their business plans, expand their networks, receive funding, and learn about their new ventures from another perspective.  For information regarding student competitions, including the Michigan Business Challenge and intercollegiate competitions, or the Dare to Dream startup grant program, connect with Anne Perigo.

To learn more about the Zell Entrepreneurs Program, contact Steve Janssens. For internship questions or requests, connect with Jasmine Jaggers.

Zell Lurie Investment Funds

Student-led investment funds are a cornerstone of the action-based learning experience at Michigan Ross.  For more information on any of the five ZLI funds, connect with Anne Perigo.

Conferences & Symposia

Held throughout the year, Zell Lurie conferences and symposia combine provocative learning programs with unique entrepreneurial resources. Connect with Hannah Berasley for information on our signature events.

Startup Acceleration

The Zell Lurie Institute, hosts  the Desai Accelerator, a business accelerator. For information on Desai, please connect with Angela Kujava.

Alumni Engagement

​Alumni from the University of Michigan have many opportunities to participate in programs at the Zell Lurie Institute. Discover how you can connect with ZLI by contacting Drea Shipp-Caldwell.

Media & Marketing

For press and news information about the Zell Lurie Institute, please connect with Shengxian Liu.

General Information

All other general inquires about the Zell Lurie Institute please contact Margaret Patterson, 734-615-4419.

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