Corey Pulido

Corey Pulido is a Teaching Instructor in the Department of Management at the Miller School of Entrepreneurship, College of Business, East Carolina University. He teaches entrepreneurship and plays a key role in expanding entrepreneurial education across campus through the entrepreneurship certificate program and initiatives like the Pirate Entrepreneurship Challenge.

Corey earned his BSBA and MBA from East Carolina University, balancing his academic pursuits with twelve years of professional experience. He is deeply involved in community entrepreneurship, running three family businesses and leading a non-profit animal sanctuary focused on rescuing at-risk dogs.

His research and teaching interests center on practical entrepreneurship, small business development, social ventures, and fostering entrepreneurial mindsets among students and youth. He actively mentors high school students and judges pitch competitions, promoting innovation beyond the university setting.

While no recent publications or scientific awards are listed, Corey's contributions are primarily in experiential education and community engagement. He supports entrepreneurial programming and works closely with students and local organizations to promote economic growth and opportunity.

• Teaching Instructor, Miller School of Entrepreneurship
• Active in Pirate Entrepreneurship Challenge
• Community mentor and Chamber of Commerce member
• Developer of cross-campus entrepreneurship certificate

Corey advises student entrepreneurs and contributes to curriculum development in entrepreneurship. He does not hold formal research grants but leverages his real-world business experience to enhance student learning. His work bridges academic instruction with practical business leadership.

He is involved with entrepreneurial labs and programs at ECU, particularly those supporting student startups and innovation challenges. His leadership extends to community-based teams, including Ayden’s Chamber of Commerce and youth pitch competition panels.