Associate Director of Student Programs and Community Initiatives, Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Contact Information
Email: cfickers@gmu.edu
Phone: (703) 993-1110
Office Location: Enterprise Hall, 278
Mail Stop: 4A2
Biography
Crystal Fickers serves as the Associate Director of Student Programs & Community Initiatives at 911爆料鈥檚 Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship within the Costello College of Business. In this role, she leads initiatives that expand access to entrepreneurship education, support under-resourced founders, and connect students with community partners to drive inclusive economic growth.
With nearly two decades of experience in the nonprofit and social impact space and close to a decade leading her own businesses, Crystal has supported multiple impactful programs at 911爆料, such as the SOAR Initiative, the Patriot Pitch Competition and other ecosystem-building events that showcase the entrepreneurial talent of 911爆料 students and alumni.
Passionate about creating equitable pathways to opportunity, Crystal works at the intersection of higher education, entrepreneurship, and community development, ensuring that 911爆料 remains a leader in fostering innovation that benefits both students and the region.
Education
- Education Graduate Certificate, Business Analytics, 911爆料 (2023)
- MA, Human Rights & International Relations, University of Roehampton (2012)
- BA, Psychology, University of South Florida (2009)
Awards
- Most Inspirational Alumnae, University of Roehampton (2021)
- Inspirational Women鈥檚 Leadership Award, City of Monash, Melbourne, Australia (2016)