Whit Hollis
Salt Lake City,UT
Summary
Accomplished leader with a proven track record at the University of Utah, enhancing team collaboration and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Expert in strategic planning and people management, I have significantly boosted team morale and retention rates. Skilled in operations management and creativity, I excel in driving projects to successful completion.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, University Union
University of Utah
01.2001 - 12.2021
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
Director of the Student Union
Florida International University, FIU
07.1992 - 12.2000
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Doubled the size of the facility and expanded all programs.
Associate Director of the Student Union
University of Maryland Baltimore County
07.1982 - 06.1992
- Established the Business and Operation offices for a new Student Union
- Managed all business functions
- Managed all Operation functions, including custodian, Building Managers, Information Desk, Scheduling Office, etc.
- Supervised the Shuttle Bus system
- Advised the Student Newspaper and took the local radio station to FM status.
- Cheerleader Coach
Student Activities Director
University of South Carolina
07.1979 - 06.1982
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Managed Leadership programs for over 500 student organizations
- Advised Homecoming, including the football halftime show, 3 hour homecoming parade, second largest pep rally in the country.
- Advised the largest student run fundraising organization in the country, raising over $250,000 each year for children's charity's.
Director of Student Activities
Mercer University
07.1977 - 06.1979
- Established partnerships with off-campus organizations to create unique experiential learning opportunities for students.
- Provided leadership development opportunities for students by facilitating workshops and training sessions in collaboration with academic departments.
- Spearheaded marketing efforts for student activities through social media campaigns and targeted promotional materials, driving increased participation rates.
- Operated the Print Shop
- Managed the Student Center
- Cheerleader Coach
- Managed Student Activity Programs
Executive Director
Junior Achievement
07.1974 - 06.1976
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
Education
Master of Science - Higher Ed Administration/Counseling
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL06.1977
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Birmingham Southern College
Birmingham, AL05.1974
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and written communication
- People Management
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Team Management
- Creativity and Innovation
- Strategies and goals
- Project Coordination
- Staff Management
- Budget Control
- Staff Development
- Issues Resolution
Timeline
Director, University Union
University of Utah
01.2001 - 12.2021
Director of the Student Union
Florida International University, FIU
07.1992 - 12.2000
Associate Director of the Student Union
University of Maryland Baltimore County
07.1982 - 06.1992
Student Activities Director
University of South Carolina
07.1979 - 06.1982
Director of Student Activities
Mercer University
07.1977 - 06.1979
Executive Director
Junior Achievement
07.1974 - 06.1976
Master of Science - Higher Ed Administration/Counseling
University of Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Birmingham Southern College
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