Michele Hurst

Michele Hurst serves as the Director of Finance and Operations for both MSU Radiology and Michigan State University since October 2015, overseeing strategic business planning for a department with over 175 employees and a budget exceeding $12 million. With extensive experience in finance, operations management, and research facility administration, Michele has effectively led cross-functional teams, developed information governance, and stabilized division finances to align with strategic goals. Prior roles include Business and Operations Manager and Research Facility Manager at Michigan State University, where Michele successfully managed day-to-day operations, implemented facility renovations, and ensured regulatory compliance. Michele's professional journey began with engineering positions at BISSELL Homecare, Inc. and Westinghouse Electric Company, specializing in cost reduction and process optimization. Michele holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan State University.