The Business Engagement Center (BEC) is an office of the University of Michigan (U-M) that connects companies with university resources.[1] Located in Ann Arbor, MI on the U-M North Campus, the BEC and partner offices in the College of Engineering, School of Medicine and U-M Dearborn facilitate connections with companies by linking business needs with University resources in research, technology, education, student talent, and strategic giving on the U-M campuses.[2] Currently, the BEC has 14 staff members that collaborate on projects and engagement efforts[3] and works with businesses.[4]