Ignite Instructors
Ignite instructors are members of the community, Montclair State University faculty members, and above all, small business owners and entrepreneurs. Relying on their expertise and experience, these instructors bring their whole selves to educate, inform, and inspire our Ignite participants as the navigate their own entrepreneurial journey.
Join the Ignite Entrepreneurs Interest List
Feeling inspired? Sign up for the Ignite Entrepreneurs Interest List and be the first to know when applications open for the January 2027 Ignite Foundations and Accelerator cohorts. Wherever you are, this is your sign to take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey.
Meet the 2027 Ignite instructors
Alexandra Bernard
Brand Foundation & Brand Identity
Jason Frasca
Market Research, Competitive Analysis, & Customer Discovery
Andrew Frazier
Financial Fundamentals & Unit Economics
Josh Jacobs
Launch Strategy
Al-Nesha Jones
Cash Flow, Accounting, & Pricing Strategy
Iain Kerr
Mindset & Innovation Fundamentals
Arielle Loren
Funding Landscape & Preparation
Jessica Maarek
Social Media & Community Building
Jimmy Newson
SEO & Content Marketing Strategy
Paulette Piñero
Marketing Operations & Content Development
Priya Persaud
Business Formation & Legal Fundamentals
Deepti Sharma
Your Entrepreneurial Journey: Telling a Cohesive Story
Wendy Verna
Marketing & Pinpointing Your Ideal Customer
Nakeicha Wilson
MVP Strategy, Development, and Refinement