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Discover the experience, perspective, and work of approved members across the JMU community.
DiscoverA private network · James Madison University alumni
The Madison Founders Network
A private society of builders
A members' circle for the founders, investors, and operators who came through JMU — assembled for those who go on to build.
Inside the portal
One community, thoughtfully connected.
A focused directory and gathering place for the relationships that begin at JMU and continue long after.
The members
Meet approved members
Meet approved members and discover the experience they bring to the Madison network.
Marcus Bennett
Director of Clinical Operations
Commonwealth Health Partners
Aisha Coleman
Director of Community Partnerships
Madison Civic Strategies
Rich Fortune
Co-Founder
Daniel Kim
Director of Data Engineering
Blue Ridge Analytics
Sofia Martinez
Director of Project Development
Shenandoah Renewable Group
The gatherings
Upcoming events
Where connection happens.
JMU Alumni Leadership Summit 2026
A full-day gathering for alumni who lead teams, organizations, and community initiatives. The program combines practical workshops on decision-making, organizational culture, and change leadership with candid conversations featuring alumni from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. Guests will have dedicated time for peer roundtables and structured networking, plus an evening reception overlooking downtown Washington. Breakfast, lunch, and reception refreshments are included. Come prepared with one current leadership challenge—the day is designed to send every participant home with new relationships and a concrete next step.
The Wharf Conference Center, Washington, DC
Innovation & Entrepreneurship Showcase
Meet alumni founders, student teams, and regional partners building the next generation of products and services. This evening showcase features short founder pitches, live product demonstrations, and an open exhibition where guests can speak directly with the people behind each idea. Whether you are an experienced operator, a curious technologist, a potential mentor, or simply interested in what is being built across the JMU community, the event offers an easy way to make useful connections. Light dinner and refreshments will be served, and an audience-choice recognition will close the program.
Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Valley Conference Center, Harrisonburg, VA
Homecoming Alumni Weekend Reception
Return to campus for an autumn evening built around the best part of Homecoming: reconnecting with the people who made JMU feel like home. Alumni and guests are invited to a relaxed outdoor reception with seasonal food, live acoustic music, and plenty of space for class-year and affinity-group meetups. The program is intentionally light so old friends can catch up and new connections can form. Faculty and campus partners will share a few brief updates, and volunteer hosts will help guests find reunion groups. Smart-casual attire is suggested; the reception will move indoors in case of rain.
Festival Lawn, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
Membership
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