West Liberty, W.Va., April 11, 2024- West Liberty University’s Gary E. West College of Business will host an interactive and networking-focused Executive Seminar event for students to gain a deeper knowledge of industry operations and experience from Touchstone Research Laboratory, Ltd President and CEO, Brian Joseph. Students will be able to ask pertinent industry questions, with the addition of a networking breakout afterward with Brian Joseph’s associates.
Brian Joseph will present his journey on Thursday, April 11 at 8:30 A.M in the ASRC Boyle Conference Room.
Brian Joseph started his journey in Wheeling, WV, and completed his undergraduate degree at West Liberty University. Brian then went on to complete his master’s degree at The Ohio State University, where he studied the respected field of biophysics.
He knew he was born to be an inventor at a young age, especially with his knack and appreciation for science. In 1980, Brian discovered he could rebuild microscopes, which was inherently the spark that would later become Touchstone Research Laboratory, Ltd.
Brian Joseph now holds over thirty patents and has managed over $150 million of R&D programs both in the private sector and for the government. From his R&D successes, he has created many successful companies from his brilliant inventions at Touchstone.
Outside of his work at Touchstone, Brian Joseph enjoys his individuality and creativity, boasting a Vanderhall car and a hydroplane race boat. Brian Joseph also served as a West Liberty University board member for nine years, serving as a chairman for three of those years.
“I am excited to be back on the West Liberty campus and give students a chance to learn about the innovation and growth that is occurring in our area… There is opportunity to have a successful career with worldwide impact in the Ohio Valley and I hope to help to make the student body more aware of that”, said Joseph
Graduate student, Anna Welsh, and Instructor of Marketing, Professor Ingrid Loy, of the Gary E. West College of Business coordinated the annual Executive Seminar Series, an ongoing WLU tradition since 1986. The David Wright Executive Series features successful businesses, industry leaders, and distinguished alumni to share their personal success stories and industry advice with receptive students.
The West College of Business offers students quality undergraduate degrees in Accounting, Computer Information Systems, Finance, Marketing, Sport Management, Management, Healthcare Management, General Business, Entrepreneurship, Cybersecurity, Human Resource Management, and Zoo Management. For complete information, please call 304-336-8053 or visit westliberty.edu/westbusiness.
West Liberty University blends a small-town environment with a comprehensive college experience, fostering students’ aspirations through hands-on learning, personalized support, and unique academic programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Learn more at westliberty.edu.
