LEAP taps 14 for 2015-2016 program
Fourteen Mississippi State staff members are new participants in the university’s 2015-2016 Leadership Excellence for Accomplished Professionals program.
LEAP’s goals and purpose include the advancement of knowledge, enhancement of leadership skills, and direct practical work application for selected employees.
During the four-month intensive program, participants meet with campus and community leaders in various areas to explore and develop their leadership skills to more effectively lead MSU’s efforts. Conflict resolution and decision making, managing change, effective team building and employee performance management are among session topics.
“Professional development is something I am very passionate about. These 14 are already leaders. The LEAP program is designed to help them reach the next level of leadership and help move MSU forward,” said Darrell Easley, learning and development manager for MSU’s human resources management department.
Chosen through a competitive nomination and selection process, this year’s group includes:
-- Jana Berkery, associate director of annual giving, MSU Foundation
-- Doug Carpenter, tax compliance officer, Controller and Treasurer
-- Nicole Cobb, grants and contacts administrator, Sponsored Programs Administration
-- Shonda Cumberland, business manager I, Computer Science and Engineering
-- Jacob Forrester, construction administrator, Planning, Design and Construction Administration
-- Trey Harrison, outdoor adventures coordinator, Recreational Sports
-- Scott Kolle, project manager, Research and Curriculum Unit
-- Bart Prather, associate director, Campus Landscape, Facilities Management Administration
-- Jordan Ramsey, associate director, Internal Audit
-- Jodi Roberts, assistant director/IRB officer, Research Compliance
-- Anne Skinner, benefits manager, Human Resources Management
-- Hal Teasler, videographic coordinator, University Television Center
-- Amelia Treptow, assistant director, Center for Student Activities
-- Blaire Wilson, coordinator, Student Honor Code
For additional information about LEAP, please contact Easley at deasley@hrm.msstate.edu or 662-325-2203.
MSU is Mississippi’s flagship research university, available online at www.msstate.edu.
Jim Laird | Public Affairs
