About
I’m passionate about leadership, organizational behavior, and social media.
Career
I’ve been the Director of the UB/Towson MBA in Baltimore, Maryland since July 2006. I love it! Prior to joining the UB/Towson MBA, I was an information technology consultant for twelve years. I was a project manager implementing various internet-based systems for clients in the state of Maryland and beyond. I currently teach Leading and Managing People in the UB/Towson MBA and have taught a variety of technology, leadership, and ethics courses at Loyola University Maryland at both the graduate and undergraduate level.
Leadership
I’m in the process of earning my Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. My dissertation topic will likely involve the emerging leadership theory, authentic leadership.
Social Media
My passion for social media began when I saw it as a great way to engage current and prospect students. Since we’ve started using social media in the UB/Towson MBA I’ve presented at a variety of conferences demonstrating the potential benefits of social media to admissions professionals, faculty, and other MBA program directors.
Personal Stuff
I live in Towson, Maryland with my wife and daughter.
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