Shelby Krech has been named communication and program director for the NDSU Research and Technology Park.

Krech is a native of Huron, South Dakota, and earned her bachelor’s degree in management communication from NDSU. She previously worked with the leadership programming in NDSU’s Student Activities Office and was an independently-contracted event planner. 

“Shelby is an excellent addition to the team. Her background and previous experience at NDSU will certainly help advance the goals of the NDSU RTP,” said Brian Kalk, executive director of the park

The NDSU Research and Technology Park is dedicated to enhancing the investments in NDSU by the citizens of North Dakota. Through partnerships with international, national and regional centers of excellence, as well as high technology-based businesses and the research community at NDSU, the park helps develop technology-based businesses and broaden the economic base of North Dakota.

As a student-focused, land-grant, research university, we serve our citizens.