David R. McKinnis
Director, Technical Assistance Program and Associate Vice Provost for Engagement
Office: Suite 205, Vistech 1 Building, Purdue Research Park
Phone: (765) 494-6258
Fax: (765) 494-9187
E-mail: mckinnis@purdue.edu

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Education:

B.S., Engineering Science, Purdue University, 1972;
M.S., Management, Purdue University, 1973;
Ph.D., Industrial Engineering, Purdue University, 1999

My areas of interest:

My special interest is in businesses with the potential to retain and create new jobs here in Indiana.

Range of projects I have worked on:

Since 1986, I have worked with 4,000 Indiana companies and organizations, including those in the manufacturing, information technology, and bio-science sectors; new business startups; governmental units; community organizations; and not-for-profits. I have helped connect these organizations with Purdue for technical assistance, product development, and business assistance, and with Purdue students for internships and full-time employment.

What I most enjoy about working for TAP:

I enjoy meeting and supporting the talented, creative, and very hardworking business people here in Indiana, and connecting them with the many people at Purdue who are dedicated to helping Indiana companies.