Misty Start

About Misty Start

As the Executive Director of Career Services and Strategy at Boston University\'s Questrom School of Business, I lead initiatives that bridge education and career readiness. My work emphasizes designing career curricula that align with evolving market demands, cultivating employer partnerships, and leveraging data-driven insights to support diverse student populations, including first-generation and international students.A first-generation college graduate from rural Maine, my experiences shape my commitment to equitable access to education and career development. I know firsthand the transformative impact of mentorship, community support, and career exploration in opening doors for underrepresented populations. My doctoral research focuses on fostering academic and career aspirations in rural communities, highlighting the unique challenges and strengths of these regions.Key Career Accomplishments• Enhanced career outcomes: Achieved a 99% employment rate within six months post-graduation by implementing innovative career strategies and technologies, elevating undergraduate program to Top 20 in Poets and Quants• Scaled access to resources: Designed and launched career curricula for undergraduate, speciality master\'s, and MBA program, benefiting over students annually.• Strengthened employer partnerships: Established industry collaborations that increased internship and job opportunities for underrepresented student populations by 25%.• Data-driven insights: Collaborated with analytics experts to design dashboards to provide real-time student engagement, internship, and employment tracking for faculty, staff, and program leadership.• Advocated for equity: Spearheaded career programming for underrepresented populations in higher education to bridge gaps in access and opportunity for students needing it the most.Relationship building is my superpower—whether it’s mentoring students, collaborating with colleagues, or engaging with community stakeholders. Let’s connect and create impact together.

Experience

1. Executive Director, Career Services and Strategy

   Questrom School Of Business, Boston University

   Jan 2025 — Present · Boston, MA, US

Education

• Regis College

  Doctor of Education - EdD

• Franklin Pierce University

  Master of Education

• Franklin Pierce University

  Bachelor of Arts, Political Science

  2007 — 2011

• Hellenic American University

  Study Abroad, Political Science and Philosophy

  2008 — 2008

Skills

• Volunteer Management
• Public Speaking
• Research
• Editing
• Microsoft Excel
• Fundraising
• Event Planning
• Interviews
• Teaching
• Grant Writing
• Leadership
• Social Media Marketing
• Non-Profits
• Public Relations
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Recruiting
• Staff Development
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Microsoft Office
• Social Media
• Program Evaluation
• Nonprofits
• Community Organizing
• Program Development