Business Operations Team

As a dynamic duo, we manage all things payroll and hiring for the unit—juggling Summer Term appointments, faculty stipends, camps on campus hiring, professional development contracts, and the full lifecycle of hiring for non credit instructors, student and temporary employees. From contract processing to onboarding to making sure everyone gets paid correctly and on time, we’ve got it covered. It’s a mix of precision, problem-solving, and a lot of coordination—but we make it look easy (and maybe even have a little fun along the way).

As a team of four, we keep the unit running by managing all things budget and finance, from travel arrangements to ordering supplies and everything in between. If it requires funding, it comes through us. We balance the books, track the details, and make sure resources are where they need to be—efficiently and responsibly. Think of us as the go-to crew that turns ideas into reality… as long as there’s a budget line for it.

Powered by a team of one Katherine leads the charge on developing, implementing, and enhancing high-impact business process improvement projects for the unit, all while making Smartsheet do things most of us didn’t even know were possible. Serving as the administrative lead for Smartsheet across the entire university, she also keeps a close eye on system licensure and tracking for the unit. Simply put, if there’s a process that needs fixing, building, or completely reimagining she’s already three steps ahead. Equal parts strategist and problem-solver, she has a knack for figuring things out and making everything run smoother (and smarter).