Best University Of Puget Sound Podcasts (2025)

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The Smile Test: Abby Sanderson ’25 10:49

20d ago10:49

10:49

Abby Sanderson ’25 knew from the moment she set foot on campus that Puget Sound was a place where she could not only belong, but thrive. Greater, We Ascend is a podcast from the University of Puget Sound about Loggers reaching to the heights. Learn more at pugetsound.edu/greater.By University of Puget Sound

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From Tacoma to Silicon Valley: Eros Resmini ’98 9:49

21d ago9:49

9:49

Eros Resmini ’98 has come a long way from his days as an undergrad at Puget Sound to a successful career as an angel investor. Greater, We Ascend is a podcast from the University of Puget Sound about Loggers reaching to the heights. Learn more at pugetsound.edu/greater.By University of Puget Sound

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Strategic Storytelling in Finance: University of Puget Sound CBO Kimberly Kvaal on Communicating Complex Change 27:16

2M ago27:16

27:16

Kimberly Kvaal is executive vice president and vice president for administration and finance at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington. In this episode, Kvaal joins our host Donna Schiele to discuss finding purpose in higher education leadership, the power of mentorship in career development, and innovative approaches to financial sust…

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Growth and Strategic Scale: Texas A&M University CBO John Crawford on Stewarding Financial Success 34:59

3M ago34:59

34:59

John Crawford is vice president for finance and chief financial officer at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas. In this episode, Crawford joins our host Donna Schiele to discuss following in his father's CPA footsteps, managing Texas A&M's massive $2.5 billion budget during a tuition freeze, and navigating the evolving landscape of highe…

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Mission-Driven Management: University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee CBO Robin Van Harpen on Leading Through Change 24:36

3M ago24:36

24:36

Robin Van Harpen is senior vice chancellor for finance and administrative affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In this episode, Van Harpen joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about transitioning from legal counsel to CFO leadership, navigating institutional financial challenges, and fostering an environment whe…

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Data-Driven Turnaround: Transforming Institutional Finance with Northern Kentucky University CBO Christopher Calvert 33:35

4M ago33:35

33:35

Christopher Calvert is chief financial officer and vice president of administration and finance at Northern Kentucky University in Highland Heights, Kentucky. In this episode, Calvert joins our host Donna Schiele to discuss his journey from private sector finance to higher education leadership, implementing data-driven financial strategies, and nav…

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Beyond the Numbers: Understanding Today's Chief Business Officers 37:19

4M ago37:19

37:19

The fifth edition of the National Profile of Higher Education Chief Business Officers, released last year, offers crucial insights into the career paths, responsibilities, and aspirations of CBOs across the country. In this special crossover episode between CBO Speaks and NACUBO in Brief, host Donna Schiele and NACUBO's Bryan Dickson explore the Pr…

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The Power of Curiosity and Transparency: Leadership Lessons from University of Rhode Island CBO Abby Benson 32:06

5M ago32:06

32:06

Abby Benson is vice president for administration and finance at the University of Rhode Island in Kingston, Rhode Island. In this episode, Benson joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about her diverse career path, the importance of curiosity and transparency in leadership, and the unique challenges and opportunities facing higher education today. "…

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Beyond the Job Description: Seizing Opportunities with Great Falls College MSU CBO Carmen Roberts 26:33

5M ago26:33

26:33

Carmen Roberts is the executive director of operations at Great Falls College Montana State University in Great Falls, Montana. In this episode, Roberts joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about her journey to becoming a higher education leader, the challenges and opportunities in operations management, and the importance of fostering collaboratio…

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Reframing Financial Conversations: Kalamazoo Valley Community College CBO Brian Lueth on Resource Allocation and Student Impact 18:33

6M ago18:33

18:33

Brian Lueth is vice president for finance and business at Kalamazoo Valley Community College in Kalamazoo, Michigan. In this episode, Lueth joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about his journey from public accounting to higher education, the importance of effective communication in conveying financial information, and strategies for maintaining af…

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Transparency Transforms: Effective Communication with Lake-Sumter State CBO Michelle Matis 22:33

7M ago22:33

22:33

Michelle Matis is vice president of finance and CFO at Lake-Sumter State College in Leesburg, Florida. In this episode, Matis joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about her career path in higher education finance, managing financial health during challenging times, and the importance of collaboration and transparency. "I always try to instill that …

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Beyond the Balance Sheet: Kentucky Community and Technical College System CBO Todd Kilburn on Student-Centered Financial Leadership 22:51

7M ago22:51

22:51

Todd Kilburn is chief financial officer at Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) in Kentucky. In this episode, Kilburn joins our host Donna Schiele to discuss navigating institutional transitions, balancing financial leadership with student success, and the evolving responsibilities of modern chief business officers across KCTCS's…

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Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone: Belmont University CBO Harry Allen's Advice for Growth 22:44

8M ago22:44

22:44

Harry Allen is executive VP for financial excellence and CFO at Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. In this episode, Allen joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about his journey from banking to higher education, the importance of relationships and service in leadership, and his vision for the future of finance in higher ed. "I view my role …

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Listening and Leading: Elgin Community College’s CBO Kimberly Wagner 25:43

8M ago25:43

25:43

Kimberly Wagner is the vice president of business and finance at Elgin Community College in Elgin, Illinois. In this episode, Wagner joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about her transition from corporate accounting to higher education, the importance of empowering and investing in your team, and trends and changes in community colleges. "I think …

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Strategic Thinking, Analytics, and Relationships: Insights from Manchester University CBO Claire Knapp 23:55

9M ago23:55

23:55

Claire Knapp is the vice president of finance and administration, chief business officer and treasurer at Manchester University in North Manchester, Indiana. In this episode, Knapp joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about his unique career journey from public accounting to higher education, navigating financial challenges in a post-pandemic envir…

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Mentorship Matters: Insights on Career Growth from Colorado College CBO Lori Seager 22:34

9M ago22:34

22:34

Lori Seager is vice president for finance and chief financial officer at Colorado College in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In this episode, Seager joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about her unique career path, the value of a liberal arts education, and the evolving role of a CBO. "I think if a person cultivates that relationship, especially with …

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Leading With Intention: Leadership Lessons From Sam Houston State University CBO Amanda Withers 23:09

10M ago23:09

23:09

Amanda Withers is the chief financial officer and senior vice president for operations at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas. In this episode, Withers joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about her journey to becoming a CBO in higher education, the importance of leadership and mentorship, and the future of the CBO role. "I think the …

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Embracing Change Fearlessly with University of North Texas CBO Clayton Gibson 31:45

1y ago31:45

31:45

Clayton Gibson is vice president for finance and administration and CFO at the University of North Texas in Denton, Texas. In this episode, Gibson joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about his educational journey, his transition from corporate to higher ed, and the importance of mentorship. "Focus on your career and technical skill sets, but you a…

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Keeping Students Central: University of Arkansas CBO Ann Bordelon on Investing in People 49:51

1y ago49:51

49:51

Ann Bordelon is executive vice chancellor for finance and administration at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, Arkansas. In this episode, Bordelon joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about her career journey, mentorship, and leadership through change in higher education. “I look back on my career and there have been a handful of people wh…

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Minding the Data: South Florida State College CBO Peter Elliott on Telling Stories with Numbers 32:33

1y ago32:33

32:33

Peter Elliott is vice president for administrative services at South Florida State College in Avon Park, Florida. In this episode, Elliott joins host Donna Schiele to talk about his career path, challenges in higher education, and the importance of community colleges. “I like to say when I introduce myself: I'm here because usually when a student g…

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Managing Risks and Getting to "Yes": UW-Madison CBO Rob Cramer's Insights 32:36

1+ y ago32:36

32:36

Rob Cramer is vice chancellor for finance and administration at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in Madison, WI. In this episode, Cramer joins host Donna Schiele to discuss learning from mentors, overcoming challenges, and being optimistic for higher education. "How do we get to ‘yes’ when being asked to help solve problems?" Cramer reflects. De…

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Developing Leaders of Tomorrow: CSUSB CBO Samuel Sudhakar on Grooming Successors 35:47

1+ y ago35:47

35:47

Samuel Sudhakar is vice president and chief financial officer at California State University, San Bernardino in San Bernardino, CA. In this episode, Sudhakar joins host Donna Schiele to talk about his career journey, the importance of developing leaders, and how higher education needs to adapt. “The effectiveness of a leader comes from developing a…

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Mentorship That Transforms: Advice from PASSHE’s CFO Molly Mercer 31:21

1+ y ago31:21

31:21

Molly Mercer is chief financial officer at the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. In this episode, Mercer joins host Donna Schiele to discuss navigating a career in higher education finance, embracing shared governance, and growing as a leader through mentorship. “I can't say enough about the importa…

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Shared Governance: An Opportunity, Not an Obstacle — DePauw University CBO Andrea Young 25:25

1+ y ago25:25

25:25

Andrea Young is vice president for finance and administration and associate professor of mathematical sciences at DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana. In this episode, Young joins host Donna Schiele to discuss her career journey in higher education administration, the importance of shared governance, and building consortium relationships. "I …

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A Bright Future with Change Driving Innovation: University of Kansas CBO Jeffrey DeWitt 27:01

1+ y ago27:01

27:01

Jeffrey DeWitt is chief financial officer and executive vice chancellor for finance at the University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas. In this episode, DeWitt joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about the challenges facing higher education, the importance of strategic alignment, and the bright future ahead for universities. “The future of higher ed,…

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Investing in Student Success: Loyola University Maryland CBO John Coppola on Meeting Evolving Needs 25:43

1+ y ago25:43

25:43

John Coppola is vice president for finance and administration at Loyola University Maryland in Baltimore. In this episode, Coppola joins host Donna Schiele to talk about finding mentors in higher education, investing in initiatives that support student success, and participating in professional associations like NACUBO and EACUBO. “There’s no bette…

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Navigating the CBO Career Path: Michigan State CBO Lisa Frace 28:52

1+ y ago28:52

28:52

Lisa Frace is senior vice president, chief financial officer, and treasurer at Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan. In this episode, Frace joins host Donna Schiele to discuss her career path, lessons learned, and insights on the future of higher education finance. "I think mentorship evolves over time. I can think about each organiz…

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Curiosity Over Ego: UC Irvine CBO Mary Lou Ortiz Talks Learning on the Job 37:04

1+ y ago37:04

37:04

Mary Lou Ortiz is vice chancellor, finance and administration and chief financial officer at University of California, Irvine. In this episode, Mary Lou joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about learning on the job, developing mentor relationships, and leading through change. “One of the things I noticed was that a mentor I had was never afraid to…

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The Power of Partnerships: Texas Tech CBO Noel Sloan on Collaboration 30:13

1+ y ago30:13

30:13

Noel Sloan is senior vice president of administration and finance and chief financial officer at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas. In this episode, Noel joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about her winding career path to higher education, the importance of mentorship and collaboration, and her approach to creating a magical experience for …

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From 'No' to 'How': UNLV's CBO Jean Vock on Transforming Campus Perceptions 29:23

1+ y ago29:23

29:23

Jean Vock is the senior vice president for business affairs and chief financial officer at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). In this episode, Vock discusses the growth of UNLV to serve the Las Vegas community, her philosophy of leading with service and stewardship, and efforts to transform the perception of the CFO's office. "If we start …

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Leveling Up in Leadership: Career Growth Tips from Morehouse College's CBO Undria Stalling 25:13

1+ y ago25:13

25:13

Undria Stalling is the senior vice president of business and finance and chief financial officer at Morehouse College in Atlanta. In this episode, Stalling joins host Donna Schiele to talk about her career path to Morehouse, empowering her team, and the importance of historically Black colleges and universities. “The most rewarding responsibility i…

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From Self-Doubt to the C-Suite: The Unconventional Path of Abilene Christian's CFO Lori Herrick 28:27

2y ago28:27

28:27

Lori Herrick, the chief financial officer at Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas, joins host Donna Schiele on the CBO Speaks podcast. In this episode, Herrick discusses her experience as the first woman CFO in Abilene Christian University's history. She talks about overcoming impostor syndrome as a woman leader and pioneering a seat at t…

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From Data to Decision-Making: Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Higher Education with Lucien Costley 36:25

2y ago36:25

36:25

Lucien Costley is the Vice President for Planning and Finance at Schreiner University in Kerrville, Texas. In this episode, Lucien joins our host, Donna Schiele, to discuss his unique path to his current role, the challenges and opportunities of being a CBO, and his thoughts on the evolving landscape of higher education. "I wasn't your typical Inst…

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NACUBO's New Podcast • Career Conversations 1:06

2y ago1:06

1:06

NACUBO's new podcast Career Conversations, featuring insights and advice for business professionals new to higher education, starts airing biweekly on September 8th. Make sure to subscribe!By NACUBO

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Bonus Episode 2023: Business Officers Share Their Favorite Resources in Our Resource Corner 13:47

2y ago13:47

13:47

Welcome to this special bonus episode of CBO Speaks. Throughout this season, we’ve asked our interviewees to share their thoughts about today’s important topics. In this episode, our CBOs share their go-to resources.

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Bonus Episode 2023: Business Officers Share Their Thoughts on Creative Solutions 11:08

2y ago11:08

11:08

Welcome to this special bonus episode of CBO Speaks. Throughout this season, we’ve asked our interviewees to share their thoughts about today’s important topics. In this episode, our CBOs talk about creative solutions.

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Bonus Episode 2023: Business Officers Share Their Thoughts on Collaboration 9:56

2y ago9:56

9:56

Welcome to this special bonus episode of CBO Speaks. Throughout this season, we’ve asked our interviewees to share their thoughts about today’s important topics. In this episode, our CBOs discuss collaboration.

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Bonus Episode 2023: Business Officers Share Their Thoughts on Student Success 6:52

2y ago6:52

6:52

Welcome to this special bonus episode of CBO Speaks. Throughout this season, we’ve asked our interviewees to share their thoughts about today’s important topics. In this episode, our CBOs reflect on student success.

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Bonus Episode 2023: Business Officers Share Their Thoughts on Governance 9:49

2y ago9:49

9:49

Welcome to this special bonus episode of CBO Speaks. Throughout this season, we’ve asked our interviewees to share their thoughts about today’s important topics. In this episode, our CBOs talk about governance.

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Bonus Episode 2023: Business Officers Share Their Thoughts on Analytics 9:16

2y ago9:16

9:16

Welcome to this special bonus episode of CBO Speaks. Throughout this season, we’ve asked our interviewees to share their thoughts about today’s important topics. In this episode, our CBOs discuss analytics.

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Bonus Episode 2023: Business Officers Share Their Thoughts on Advocacy 10:11

2y ago10:11

10:11

Welcome to this special bonus episode of CBO Speaks. Throughout this season, we’ve asked our interviewees to share their thoughts about today’s important topics. In this episode, our CBOs talk about advocacy.

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Bonus Episode 2023: Business Officers Share Their Thoughts on DEI 12:35

2y ago12:35

12:35

Welcome to this special bonus episode of CBO Speaks. We’ve asked our recent interviewees about important topics for our listeners and collected their responses to share with you in these mini topical episodes. In this episode, our CBOs discuss how to put action towards diversity, equity, and inclusion... or DEI.…

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Flexibility and Collaboration with Tarleton State University CBO Lori Beaty 21:44

2+ y ago21:44

21:44

Lori Beaty is Chief Financial Officer/Executive Vice President for Finance and Administration at Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas. In this episode, Lori joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about transitioning from grant accounting, being a lifelong learner, and why it’s important to remember that you don’t have to understand every …

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Having the Drive and Being Inquisitive with Purdue University Fort Wayne CBO Glen Nakata 18:38

2+ y ago18:38

18:38

Glen Nakata is the Vice Chancellor for Financial and Administrative Affairs at Purdue University Fort Wayne in Indiana. In this episode, Glen joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about the value of attracting international students, building a team with people that bring something new to the discussion, and being inquisitive. “I want to bring peopl…

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Collaborative Change and Creative Solutions with University of Michigan CBO Geoff Chatas 26:17

2+ y ago26:17

26:17

Geoff Chatas is Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In this episode, Geoff joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about his learning curve coming from the corporate world, thinking about the world in different ways, and developing great teams, before getting out of their way. “It’s ok…

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A Legacy of Empowering Your Team with University of Arizona CBO Lisa Rulney 24:03

2+ y ago24:03

24:03

Lisa Rulney is Senior Vice President for Business Affairs and CFO at University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona. In this episode, Lisa joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about the benefits of longevity, the value of constructive criticism, and the importance of focusing on financial sustainability. “More than ever, we have to have a focus on effici…

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Working at an HSI with Northeastern Illinois University CBO Manish Kumar 14:55

2+ y ago14:55

14:55

Manish Kumar is Vice President of Finance and Administration at Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago. In this episode, he joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institutions, strategies to help grow enrollment, and the importance of understanding shared governance for the academic system. “Like every…

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Being Better Tomorrow Than You Were Today with Texas Christian University CBO William J. Nunez 16:05

2+ y ago16:05

16:05

William Nunez is Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration and CFO at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas. In this episode, he joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about stepping into well-run programs, moving to a private sector university, and learning you can’t do it all. “You’re not the expert on all the things that are reporte…

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Excellence and Equity with Princeton University CBO Jim Matteo 28:39

2+ y ago28:39

28:39

Jim Matteo is Vice President for Finance and Treasurer for Princeton University in Princeton, New Jersey. In this episode, Jim joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about figuring out your ‘edge’, being a team player, and working in a state versus a private university. `“How do we help advance what I’ll call excellence and equity at Princeton?” he a…

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A Welcoming Community of Learners with University of St. Francis CBO Julee Gard 18:27

2+ y ago18:27

18:27

Julee Gard is Vice President for Administration and Finance and Chief Financial Officer at the University of St. Francis in Joliet, Illinois. In this episode, Julee joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about following your dreams, transferrable skills, and retention. “I’m just as responsible for making sure that our current students remain and feel…

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