Biography

As an operational leader and organizational scholar, I specialize in navigating the friction where complex physical infrastructure meets human talent systems. For over 13 years, I have managed Michigan State University's critical telecommunications backbone, balancing high-stakes technical deployments with a commitment to workforce stability.

My recent doctoral research into Complexity Leadership in higher education essential teams provides me with a data-backed blueprint for shielding, scaling, and upskilling technical workforces in rapidly shifting, highly disruptive environments. I lead with a forward-looking philosophy—cultivating high-performing professionals and providing the strategic air cover they need to innovate, adopt emerging technologies, and ensure long-term operational continuity.

My leadership approach is driven by my core CliftonStrengths:

• STRATEGIC: I see patterns where others see noise, allowing me to anticipate future technological shifts and chart alternative, resilient paths forward for infrastructure and personnel.

• DELIBERATIVE: I bring a vigilant, risk-conscious approach to senior leadership—anticipating obstacles, protecting team stability, and making highly calculated decisions in high-stakes environments.

• COMMAND: I provide clear direction, take decisive ownership during operational crises, and serve as a firm shield to absorb organizational friction so my team can focus on execution.

• RELATOR: I build deep, authentic relationships rooted in trust and mutual respect, prioritizing genuine investment in individual career longevity and sustainable succession planning.

• RESPONSIBILITY: I am deeply bound to the commitments I make to my team and my institution, ensuring absolute dependability, ethical alignment, and operational excellence across all initiatives.