CliftonStrengths:

Strategic, Learner, Relator, Individualization, Achiever

Education

• PhD, Counseling & Counselor Education — The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
• MBA — University of Lynchburg
• MA, Clinical Mental Health Counseling — Wake Forest University
• BS, Human Development & Family Studies — The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
• BS, Psychology — Appalachian State University

Job Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning and Institutional Leadership: Lead the development, implementation, and continuous assessment of the University’s strategic plan to ensure alignment with its mission, values, and goals. Coordinate cross-functional strategic initiatives and oversee institutional effectiveness processes, including accreditation compliance and long-range planning.

Executive Support and Operations Management: Serve as the President’s principal advisor and strategic partner, managing executive priorities, facilitating high-level decision-making processes, and coordinating executive leadership operations.

Divisional Oversight: Provide strategic leadership and oversight of Human Resources, Athletics, University Data, Analytics, and Effectiveness, the Professional Development Institute, and Special Projects.

Board and Stakeholder Relations: Serve as a liaison to the Board of Trustees, coordinating board communications, meeting preparation, and follow-up processes. Manage key external partnerships and represent University interests in regional, professional, and community organizations.

Institutional Coordination and Special Projects: Foster effective communication and collaboration across all university departments and divisions. Lead and manage high-priority special projects and presidential initiatives.

What are you passionate about?

My wife and three children are my greatest passion in life, and they bring me immense joy and fulfillment. Professionally, I am deeply passionate about advancing the mission and success of the University of Lynchburg.

Through my role as Vice President and Chief of Staff, I am committed to strategic planning, fostering collaboration and creativity, and driving positive outcomes that demonstrate the transformative power of higher education.

I am enthusiastic about engaging with diverse stakeholders and ensuring the smooth functioning of the University as I strive to create an environment where students, faculty, and staff can thrive.