The University of Montana Mafia
13 people studied at University of Montana and went on to found or lead other companies.
Tyler HugginsBachelor of Applied Science (BASc)Founded Meati Foods +1James LiMaster of Science (M.S.)Founded JW TherapeuticsAustin PetersmithBachelor of ArtsFounded HowieMichael FitzGeraldMFAFounded SubmittableLauren StackBachelor of Arts (B.A.)Founded HyperspectralKevin O'ReillyMaster of Science (MS)Founded Orbital ShiftJohn McKayPhDFounded New West GeneticsJames StephensBSFounded Blue Marble EnergyEvan D. LovelyBAFounded KnapsackJeff GibsonBachelor of Science (BS)Founded MonetizeNowBrant CebullaB.A.Founded ScaleroDavid WesterlyBAFounded OncopatchDonald BlandBachelor of Arts - BAFounded Mirrorscape
Frequently asked questions
- What is the University of Montana mafia?
- The University of Montana mafia is the network of 13 people who studied at University of Montana and went on to found or lead other companies, including Meati Foods, JW Therapeutics, Howie, Submittable, Hyperspectral.
- Who is in the University of Montana mafia?
- Notable members include Tyler Huggins (Meati Foods), James Li (JW Therapeutics), Austin Petersmith (Howie), Michael FitzGerald (Submittable), Lauren Stack (Hyperspectral), Kevin O'Reilly (Orbital Shift), John McKay (New West Genetics), James Stephens (Blue Marble Energy), among 13 tracked members.
- What companies did University of Montana alumni found?
- Companies founded by University of Montana alumni include Meati Foods, JW Therapeutics, Howie, Submittable, Hyperspectral, Orbital Shift, New West Genetics, Blue Marble Energy, Knapsack, MonetizeNow.











