KRISTI FUXAN
Lantana,USA
Summary
Experienced project leader and process improvement strategist with 15+ years of success leading high-impact initiatives in higher education. Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects, streamline operations, and implement scalable solutions that enhance student services, communication, and institutional effectiveness. Skilled in aligning stakeholders around strategic goals to deliver measurable outcomes in student success and engagement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Director, Integrated Projects & Student Experience
University of North Texas
05.2023 - Current
- Spearhead large-scale, cross-departmental projects including the development and launch of UNT One Stop, a centralized student services hub focused on financial aid, billing, and registration support.
- Lead communication strategy for the Division of Enrollment, ensuring message consistency and improved student understanding across platforms.
- Drive continuous process improvements in service delivery through collaboration with campus leaders and data-informed decision-making.
Academic Advisor and Success Coach
North Central Texas College
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Implemented advising models and academic planning tools tailored to STEM students, improving retention and academic readiness.
- Evaluated advising workflows and recommended changes to enhance service effectiveness and operational efficiency.
- Contributed to institutional initiatives focused on advising system redesign and student experience enhancement.
Director of Special Projects, Planning & Assessment
University of North Texas
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Directed multi-phase projects aimed at boosting enrollment and streamlining student services.
- Led a full-scale redesign of the Division of Enrollment’s digital platforms, resulting in increased usability and engagement.
- Developed operational dashboards and internal communication processes to improve transparency and accountability across departments.
Director of Outcomes Assessment and Planning
University of North Texas
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Managed planning and performance assessment for university-wide initiatives related to student communications and outreach.
- Conducted organizational audits to identify improvement opportunities in messaging, branding, and service delivery.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to implement systems that improved service alignment with institutional goals.
International Program Coordinator
University of North Texas
- Established and managed global education initiatives, including international speaker series and partnership programs.
Director, Student-Athlete Development
University of North Texas
- Directed academic and development programs for 150+ student-athletes, optimizing compliance and performance outcomes.
Founding Executive Director
Juvenile Diversionary Services
- Launched Denton Teen Court and scaled restorative justice programming through stakeholder partnerships.
Director, Community Services
United Way
- Developed the region’s first human services hotline and conducted community-wide impact assessments for service improvement.
Education
M.Ed. - Higher Education
University of North Texas
Denton, TX01.2003
B.S. - Sociology
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX01.1994
Skills
- Project & Program Management
- Process Improvement & Optimization
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Operational Efficiency & Change Management
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Student Experience Design
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Multi-Channel Communication Strategy
Earlier Career Highlights
- International Program Coordinator, UNT, Established and managed global education initiatives, including international speaker series and partnership programs.
- Director, Student-Athlete Development, UNT, Directed academic and development programs for 150+ student-athletes, optimizing compliance and performance outcomes.
- Founding Executive Director, Juvenile Diversionary Services, Launched Denton Teen Court and scaled restorative justice programming through stakeholder partnerships.
- Director, Community Services, United Way, Developed the region’s first human services hotline and conducted community-wide impact assessments for service improvement.
Timeline
Senior Director, Integrated Projects & Student Experience
University of North Texas
05.2023 - Current
Academic Advisor and Success Coach
North Central Texas College
01.2022 - 01.2023
Director of Special Projects, Planning & Assessment
University of North Texas
01.2018 - 01.2022
Director of Outcomes Assessment and Planning
University of North Texas
01.2014 - 01.2018
International Program Coordinator
University of North Texas
Director, Student-Athlete Development
University of North Texas
Founding Executive Director
Juvenile Diversionary Services
Director, Community Services
United Way
M.Ed. - Higher Education
University of North Texas
B.S. - Sociology
Texas Woman's University
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