Mike Stull

Dr. Mike Stull is a Professor of Entrepreneurship and Founding Director of the School of Entrepreneurship at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB), within the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration. He also serves as Director of the Inland Empire Center for Entrepreneurship (IECE). With over 40 years of entrepreneurial experience across for-profit, nonprofit, and public sectors, he has held leadership roles including Chair of the Department of Management and academic directorships. His work has attracted over $56 million in grants and sponsorships, earning national acclaim, including rankings in the Top 50 Global Graduate Entrepreneurship Programs and AACSB recognition.

Education:

• BA and MBA in Business (CSUSB)
• Doctorate in Management (Case Western Reserve University)

Research & Impact: A pioneer in technology entrepreneurship and minority entrepreneurship programs, Dr. Stull leads initiatives like the IECE’s technology commercialization fellowship. His focus spans innovation, economic development, and fostering minority scientists into entrepreneurs. He oversees 70+ team members and drives programs such as the Spirit of the Entrepreneur Awards and Inland Prosperity Week.

Awards:

• CSUSB’s Golden Apple Teaching Award (2021-22)
• EY Entrepreneur of the Year
• Management Leader of the Year (UC Riverside)
• Small Business Advocate of the Year (San Bernardino County)

Grants & Leadership: Secured over $56 million in funding, managed academic and community programs, and developed nationally ranked entrepreneurship curricula. His roles include academic directorships and leadership in SBDC, WBC, and international business development.

Labs/Teams: oversees the Inland Empire Center for Entrepreneurship (IECE) and directs the School of Entrepreneurship’s operations across multiple Entrepreneurial Resource Centers (ERCs).