Layne (Collins) Vander Heyden

Layne Collins
Layne (Collins) Vander HeydenMarquette University

O'Brien Hall, 328

MilwaukeeWI53201United States of America(414) 288-7552

Assistant Director, Center for Professional Selling

Layne (Collins) Vander Heyden serves as the Assistant Director for the Center for Professional Selling at Marquette University, where she provides strategic leadership for the Sales Leadership Academy. Drawing on her background in full-funnel sales, customer success, and fundraising from previous roles at Marquette University, GMR Marketing, and AI-startup Phrasee, Layne has built the Academy to mirror the structure of a real-world sales organization. She coaches students through hands-on opportunities to sell on behalf of Marquette and partner with leading companies to learn about business development and customer success. A 2019 Marquette alumna and current MBA candidate, Layne combines industry expertise with a vision for preparing high-caliber, career-ready sales talent while advancing the growth and reputation of the Center. 

Education

  • Marquette University, BS in Marketing and International Business. Concentration in Professional Selling. 2019
  • Marquette University, MBA Candidate, Marketing Specialization. (Dec 2026)

Professional Affiliations

Chapter Advisor, Delta Sigma Pi Professional Fraternity

Professional Interests

Advancing sales education through experiential learning, building impactful corporate partnerships, and driving growth through innovative sales strategies. Dedicated to leadership development and program innovation to deliver high-quality, career-ready students into the workplace.

Contact me:

Declaring a Sales Minor or Concentration; Joining the Sales Leadership Academy; Sales career exploration; Corporate partnerships or experiences