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Mike Edwards

Granger

Summary

Dynamic academic leader with a proven track record, enhancing research administration and securing external funding. Expert in collaborative decision-making and accreditation standards fostering interdisciplinary programs that drive innovation. Committed to diversity and inclusion, I effectively mentor staff, optimizing team performance and ensuring institutional growth.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice Provost for Research Administration

Drexel University
08.2010 - 10.2014
  • Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation, ensuring financial sustainability for academic programs and services.
  • Managed accreditation processes, successfully maintaining regional and program-specific accreditations for the institution.
  • Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration among faculty members, resulting in the development of innovative cross-disciplinary programs.
  • Implemented policies and procedures that improved efficiency in academic affairs, optimizing resource.
  • Advocated for resources needed by faculty researchers, facilitating cutting-edge discoveries that positively impacted society at large.
  • Established partnerships with industry leaders to enhance experiential learning opportunities for students, increasing graduate employability rates.
  • Led efforts to secure external funding for research projects, enhancing the institution''s reputation as a leading research university.
  • Enhanced institutional effectiveness by streamlining administrative processes and implementing innovative solutions.
  • Chaired committees focused on long-term planning for institutional growth, identifying key areas for expansion and improvement.
  • Collaborated with faculty, staff and students to identify and address institutional challenges.
  • Guided and supported faculty and staff in development of new programs.

Associate Vice President for Research Administrati

Case Western University
08.2008 - 08.2010
  • Oversaw talent acquisition efforts, attracting top talent from diverse backgrounds and skill sets while maintaining a rigorous selection process for continued excellence within the organization.
  • Reduced employee turnover rates by fostering a positive work environment and offering competitive compensation packages.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Boosted company reputation with the successful execution of high-profile projects.
  • Optimized team performance through effective leadership and staff development programs.
  • Spearheaded change management initiatives that ensured smooth transitions during organizational restructuring periods while minimizing disruptions to ongoing operations.
  • Drove digital transformation efforts within the organization, leveraging emerging technologies to streamline workflows, improve communication channels, and enhance overall productivity.
  • Negotiated favorable contract terms with vendors and suppliers, reducing operational costs without compromising quality or service delivery standards.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and implementing strategic initiatives.
  • Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on best practices and strategies to overcome challenges while simultaneously strengthening their professional skillsets.
  • Managed complex budgets, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for maximum return on investment.
  • Established and directed successful programs focused on research administration
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.

Assistant Vice President

University of Notre Dame
02.2001 - 08.2008
  • Established a high-performance culture within the team by setting clear expectations and providing regular feedback on individual performance contributions.
  • Collaborated closely with executive leadership to align department goals with overall company objectives, resulting in stronger organizational cohesion.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring that each project met established quality standards and delivered expected results on time and within budget.
  • Enhanced collaboration between team members by implementing innovative communication tools and fostering an open dialogue culture.
  • Increased efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new software tools for the team.
  • Oversaw change management initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions during periods of organizational restructuring or process improvements.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.

Officer

US Army
09.1977 - 02.2001
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
  • Maintained strict adherence to Army regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to address complex issues, leading to more efficient problem-solving processes.
  • Delivered high-quality training programs, enhancing employee skill sets and contributing to professional development efforts.
  • Mentored junior officers, providing guidance and support to foster professional development and career progression.
  • Increased operational efficiency by conducting regular training sessions for junior officers.
  • Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
  • Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
  • Managed departmental budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for necessary equipment and training.
  • Improved team morale and performance with consistent feedback and recognition of achievements.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.

Education

MBA - Financial Analysis

University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN
05-2005

Master of Science - Administration

University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN
05-1989

Master of Public Administration - Not-for-profit Administration

Golden Gate University
San Francisco, CA
05-1981

Skills

  • Academic leadership
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Community engagement
  • Collaborative decision-making
  • Research administration
  • Assessment strategies
  • Accreditation standards
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Organizational skills
  • Excellent communication
  • Task prioritization
  • Leadership development
  • Self motivation
  • Analytical thinking
  • Professionalism
  • Educational leadership
  • Staff supervision
  • Personnel management
  • Performance evaluation

Timeline

Vice Provost for Research Administration

Drexel University
08.2010 - 10.2014

Associate Vice President for Research Administrati

Case Western University
08.2008 - 08.2010

Assistant Vice President

University of Notre Dame
02.2001 - 08.2008

Officer

US Army
09.1977 - 02.2001

MBA - Financial Analysis

University of Notre Dame

Master of Science - Administration

University of Notre Dame

Master of Public Administration - Not-for-profit Administration

Golden Gate University

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