Carnegie Mellon University

CMULead

Shape Carnegie Mellon's Future: Invest in Your Leadership Potential

Carnegie Mellon University thrives as a global research leader thanks in part to our talented staff. To maintain this momentum, we're deeply committed to your professional growth. Our dynamic environment fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, diversity of thought and an entrepreneurial spirit. It's the perfect breeding ground to cultivate your leadership skills. The CMULead program empowers you, our dedicated staff, to take the next step. Through this initiative, you'll gain the knowledge and experience to become a future leader, ensuring Carnegie Mellon continues to flourish for years to come. On this page:

Program Goals

  • Foster professional development experiences for current and potential leaders at CMU that focus on increased engagement and understanding of what it means to be part of a world-renowned research institution
  • Create avenues for interaction and learning with faculty, senior leaders and other staff to share leading practices, transfer institutional knowledge, and encourage mentorship and partnership as core values
  • Promote proactive and responsible stewardship of the university's resources, processes and policies
  • Educate leaders on the mission, vision and strategic goals of the university and how these are operationalized into everything we do
  • Build a strong sense of community and long-term commitment to being part of the university's future

Program Outcomes

  • Develop fundamental and inclusive leadership skills including what it means to have a leadership brand; how to effectively motivate and inspire others to do great work; and how to be committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse environment for all staff to thrive
  • Learn and demonstrate key leadership abilities related to team building, coaching, collaborating, improving processes and leading strategically
  • Understand the strategic and operational aspects of Carnegie Mellon including strategic planning, operational programs and services alignment, budgeting and financial administration, assessment and continuous improvement;
  • Demonstrate effective communication, problem solving, conflict resolution, negotiation and presentation skills
  • Understand the importance of becoming mentors to others at the university

Nomination Requirements

The nomination period is in March/April with roughly 30 spots available to staff who meet the following requirements:

  • Nominated by a member of the University Leadership Council
  • At least five years of experience in field of work with at least one full year of employment at CMU
  • Demonstrated leadership potential through supervising direct reports, taking on volunteer or leadership roles at the university, community leadership experience or prior leadership roles in other organizations
  • Significant contributions to the university in current role
  • Consistently meets or exceeds expectations for performance at CMU
  • Supervisory approval for release time to participate in the program

Timeline

  • Early- to mid-March: Socialize program with leadership groups
  • Late-March through April: Solicit and review nominations
  • May: Confirm participants
  • Early- to mid-June: Program orientation and retreat
  • Mid- to late-July: Session 1 (two separate days)
  • Mid- to late-August: Session 2 (two separate days)
  • Mid-to late-September: Session 3 (two separate days)
  • Mid-to late-October: Session 4 (two separate days)
  • Early-November: Session 5 - Graduation
  • Andrea Berestecky, HR Business Partner II, Human Resources
  • Jennifer Bett, Senior Business Continuity Program Specialist, FIRM
  • Wendy Brenneman, Staff Development Specialist, Human Resources
  • Ben Carpenter, Associate Director of Admissions, Admissions
  • Darren Dauberger, Software Development Manager, Computing Services
  • Augie Delbert, Manager, Data and Analytics, Human Resources
  • Ebony Dickey, Manager of Administrative Services, CIT ECE
  • Luke Hottinger, Data Engineer, Computing Services
  • Jonelle Krise, Senior Academic Services Specialist, Enrollment Services
  • Vera Lampley, Senior Administrative Coordinator, Dietrich Modern Languages
  • Eva Mergne, Senior Undergraduate Academic Advisor, CIT ME
  • Matthew Miller, Senior Innovation Consultant, Computing Services
  • Chrissy Moffatt, Director, Taxation and Accounts Payable, Controller
  • Nathan Newsom, Workplace Safety Specialist, FIRM
  • Heidi Opdyke, Science Writer for MCS, Mellon College of Science
  • Evan Orowetz, Fire Safety Specialist, FIRM
  • Jess Paschke, Project Administrator, Dietrich Statistics
  • Mindy Peskie, Senior Financial Analyst, FIRM
  • Melissa Ritchie, Manager of CEE's Masters Programs, CIT CEE
  • Stefanie Santo, Associate Director of Athletics, Campus Engagement
  • Carl Skipper, Assistant Director, Research Infrastructure Services, Dietrich Computing
  • Judy van Rheenen, Associate Director, Office of International Education, Enrollment Services
  • David Vey, CEE Director of Graduate Programs, CIT CEE
  • Kristyn Williams, Director of Finance and Operations Chemical Engineering
  • Carey Zehnde, Interim Co-Director, The HUB Enrollment Services
  • Lisa Zirngibl, Lead, Content Strategy & Service Management, Computing Services
  • Connie Angermeier, Senior Academic Program Manager, Dietrich College
  • Kourtney Bandish, Senior Academic Coordinator, College of Engineering
  • Eyona Bivins, Administrative Coordinator, Dietrich College
  • Allison Blair, Associate Business Manager, School of Computer Science
  • Tiaona Cade, Assistant Director of Career Services, Heinz College
  • Amy Daly, Manager, University Stores, FIRM
  • Kelly Delaney, Assistant Dean for IDeATe, Integrative Design, Arts and Technology
  • Kevin Dietrick, Lead Academic Services Officer, Tepper School of Business
  • James Dulya, Technical Lead, Computing Services
  • Julia Dzurino, Associate Director, Office of Sponsored Programs, Vice President of Research
  • Shawn Facchiano, Senior Sourcing Specialist - Category Manager, Finance
  • Anthony Gallagher, Software Architect, Computing Services
  • Robert Jones, Executive Director of Computing and Information Systems, Heinz College
  • Mike Krisky, Software Development Manager, Research Systems, Computing Services
  • Rebecca Lombardi, Software Development Manager, Research Systems, Entertainment Technology Center
  • Meg Lukus, Associate Director, Online Masters Programs, Tepper School of Business
  • Alexandra Lutz, Director, Master of Health Care Policy and Management Program, Heinz College
  • John Mayhoff, Emergency Preparedness and Response Specialist, FIRM
  • Patrick McCue, Accessibility Specialist, Office of the Provost
  • AK Molteni, Business & Service Management Analyst, Computing Services
  • Samantha Nielsen, Associate Director of Academic Programs, Dietrich College
  • Megan Oliver, Director of Advising and Academic Services, College of Engineering
  • Cathy Schaefer, Director of Finance and Operations, College of Engineering
  • Nancy Snyder, HR Business Partner II, Human Resources
  • Penny Stump, CDFD Principal Project Manager, FIRM
  • Morgan Walbert, Director of Development, University Libraries
  • Shannon Wetzel, Director for Client Services, FMCS, FIRM
  • Teraya White, Academic & Career Advisor, Dietrich College
  • Tina Yankovich, Manager of Personnel and Student Services, College of Engineering
  • Sarah Zuger, Senior Financial Analyst, FIRM
  • Christine Bedillion, Executive Director of the Office of Sponsored Programs, Research
  • Sean Beggs, Director of MISM, Heinz College
  • Heather Bragg, Executive Director, Office of Research, Integrity and Compliance, Research
  • Beth Callaway, Director, Sponsored Project Accounting/Receivables, Sponsored Project Accounting
  • Alison Campbell, Senior Manager, Business Innovation, Computing Services
  • Joy Cavaliero, Senior Associate University Registrar, Registrar's Office
  • Ashley Chludzinski, Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations, Tepper School of Business
  • Rebecca Cicco, Senior Manager, Environmental Health & Safety, Enterprise Risk Management
  • Monika De Reno, Associate Director for Research, Institute for Software Research
  • Gary Dilisio, Associate Director of Undergraduate Education, Information Systems, Dietrich College
  • Ed Dunlea, Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations for MCS, MCS Dean's Office
  • Christine Gilchrist, Academic Program Manager, Mellon College of Science
  • Andrew Girard, Head Women's Tennis Coach/Operation Manager, Intercollegiate Tennis
  • Gretchen Graff, Business Manager, Libraries
  • Cindy Griffiths, Principal Software License Analyst, Computing Services
  • Gabby Gueguen, Senior Staff Accountant, Enrollment Services
  • Chris Hertz, Principal Academic Advisor, Mechanical Engineering
  • Matt Hoolsema, Research Designer and Analyst, Institutional Research and Analysis
  • Jenn Joy Wilson, Senior Manager, Sponsored Projects, CFA Deans Office
  • Christopher Kamerling, Senior Manager, Business Applications Development & Support, Business Systems and Services
  • Kristin Lavery, Assistant Director and Business Manager, Gelfand Center
  • Stefanie Oldfield, Executive Assistance to the Dean, MCS Dean's Office
  • Elena Papadakos, Assistant Director Office of International Education, Operations
  • Jennifer Pesci-Kelly, Executive Director, Advancement Communications ,Advancement
  • Michelle Porter, Director of Parking and Transportation Services, Parking and Transportation
  • Ken Rose, Director, Project Management Office, Libraries
  • M. Shernell Smith, Executive Director of the Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion, Student Affairs
  • Jennifer Sobol, Director of Foundation Relations, Advancement
  • Ali Spetz, Project Administrator, Provost's Office
  • Gladys Sripasert, Director of Public Policy and Management Programs, Heinz
  • Lara Steiner, Senior Director, Marketing, Marketing and Communications
  • Richelle Bernazzoli, Assistant Director of Undergraduate Research and National Fellowships, Undergraduate Research Office
  • Amanda Berneburg, Director, Online Strategy, Marketing and Communications
  • Kenny Blair, Principal Media Equipment Technician, Computing Services
  • Amanda Bodnar, Physics Assistant to Department Head, Physics
  • Emily Brown, Assistant Director of Executive Education Programs, Heinz College
  • Lenny Chan, Associate Director - Residential Education, Residential Education
  • Hannah Diorio-Toth, Manager, Office of the Vice President for Operations, CIT Development and Government Relations
  • Rachel Dolcich, Manager, Office of the Vice President for Operations, Office for the Vice President for Operations
  • Matthew Frye, Senior Treasury Analyst, Finance
  • Ross Garin, Assistant Head Of Music, School of Music
  • Jason Glenn, Principal Systems Analyst, University Libraries
  • Susan Hiser, Executive Director, Campaign Planning and Operations, University Advancement
  • Angie Lusk, Program Director of Student Affairs Wellness Initiatives, Community Health and Well-Being
  • Beth Maxwell, Customer Priorities Manager/Project Manager, SCS Computing Facilities
  • Shryansh Mehta, Director of Marketing for Heinz College, Heinz College
  • Michael Poljak, Academic Counseling Coordinator, Academic Development
  • Shannon Riffe, Director, Communications, University Libraries
  • Nick Ryan, Business Manager, Department of English
  • Al Scheuring, MCS IT Manager, MCS Dean's Office
  • Ian Smith, Computing Services Manager, Tepper of School of Business
  • Derek Sommer, Director, Business Applications Development & Support, Business Systems and Services