Jamey Fitzpatrick

Balancer
DISC Type : S

President at Michigan Virtual University

Lansing, Michigan, United States

Overview

Jamey Fitzpatrick is the President and CEO of Michigan Virtual, where he is recognized as a champion for innovation in K-12 digital education. His prior experience includes leadership at the Michigan Department of Education, and he currently serves on the Board of Trustees for Olivet College. Colleagues describe him as an innovator with high integrity.

Originally from Grand Ledge, Michigan, Jamey values the lessons from his parents about the importance of respecting and celebrating all people. He is known for having a strong character and work ethic, which colleagues note are innate qualities.

Unique fact: Despite his high-level executive role, he is frequently praised by colleagues for his incredible sense of humor.

Personality Overview

Process-Oriented

Good Listener

Formal Mannered

Even if it takes time, they prefer following the process.  They are comfortable taking a long term view. They are polite and respectful but practical.

Topics They Care About

AI in K-12 Education
He is actively leading Michigan Virtual's push into artificial intelligence, including hiring for key AI strategist roles to revolutionize teaching and learning experiences across Michigan.
Future of Learning
He leads initiatives like the "Future of Learning Council" and publicly recognizes educators who are working to make the educational system more responsive to students' needs.
Educational Technology
His career is dedicated to advancing K-12 digital learning. He actively promotes free digital resources and job opportunities in ed-tech to educators across Michigan.

Media Appearances

Newsmakers – Community College Daily (April 2026) – Includes Jamey Fitzpatrick, President, Michigan Virtual University. Featured in Community College Daily

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Michigan Virtual University Expands Online Learning Options. Featured in DBusiness Magazine

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Work History

12-1998
President at Michigan Virtual University

Education

Jamey has no verified education history

More Information

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Exp : 27 Location : Lansing, Michigan, United States Job Level : N/A Designation : President at Michigan Virtual University
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Insights For Selling To Jamey

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be personal and polite and slightly formal
  • Focus on making them comfortable before really commencing the sales motion
  • Tell them about the outcome and results before talking about the input

DONT's

  • Do not sound very transactional, make extra effort to be genuinely interested
  • Don’t brush off their concerns, their comfort with you will go down
  • Don’t push them for a no, take the lack of yes as a no after a certain point

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jamey is

  • Low-risk, adoption by others and strong collaterals matter the most to them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jamey

  • They never like to say no directly, they postpone the decisions or just go silent.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jamey move?

  • They can be very slow in making decisions.
  • Can Jamey take some risk or not?

  • They are very likely to play it safe rather than taking risk.

You And Jamey

Personality Compatibility


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