Michelle L. Cormier

Michelle L. Cormier is an accomplished professional currently serving as the Director of New Business Development at Banyan Global since March 2024, where responsibilities include developing growth strategies and leading new business initiatives. Michelle also holds a faculty position at The George Washington University's Elliott School of International Affairs, teaching a graduate seminar on Security and Development since January 2018. Prior experience includes roles at IREX as Deputy Director of New Business Development and Senior Development Manager, focusing on global education and youth portfolio growth, and significant contributions at the World Food Programme in disaster preparedness and climate change adaptation. Educational credentials include an M.S. in Foreign Service, International Development from Georgetown University and a B.S. in Business Management, Marketing from Babson College.