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Business Innovation Group

Innovation and Commercialization at Georgia Southern University is your gateway to a range of programs dedicated to fostering innovation, advancing economic research and supporting business development. We’re here to help you navigate the entrepreneurial landscape, whether you’re seeking business analytics expertise, assistance with small business development or exploring avenues for technology transfer.

Our Programs

Our Team

Dominique Halaby, DPA

Associate Vice President for Innovation

Email: DHalaby@georgiasouthern.edu

Col. Frank Arena

Executive in Residence, SHIP

Email: FArena@georgiasouthern.edu

Samaneh Azarpajouh

Technology Transfer Specialist

Email: SAzarpajouh@georgiasouthern.edu

Dustin Denham

Research Specialist, CBAER

Email: DDenham@georgiasouthern.edu

D’Erica Evans

Business Development Coordinator, Metter Incubator

Email: DEvans@georgiasouthern.edu

C. Taylor Gaydon

Asst. Director Ecosystem Development, SHIP

Email: ELatif@georgiasouthern.edu

Alan Gross

Statesboro Business Recruiter

Email: AGross@georgiasouthern.edu

Suzanne Hallman

Director of Business Operations, BIG

Email: SHallman@georgiasouthern.edu

Jonathan Hill

Statesboro Incubator Manager

Email: JEHill@georgiasouthern.edu

Erem Latif

Executive Director, SHIP

Email: ELatif@georgiasouthern.edu

Ben McKay

Director of Research, CBAER

Email: BPMcKay@georgiasouthern.edu

Abbegayle Stallons

Outreach Specialist, SHIP

Email: AStallons@georgiasouthern.edu

Last updated: 5/20/2025