Human Resources is pleased to offer the Augusta University Executive Leadership Program developed for experienced senior AU/AU Health leaders.

Designed with a goal of developing leaders to advance the mission, vision and values of Augusta University while also developing and honing their own leadership skills and abilities, this program includes a combination of in-person and virtual programs led by a variety of subject matter experts who are committed to helping AU leaders build and foster a committed, compassionate and innovative workforce culture.

Program components include:

  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Communication and Influence
  • Strategic Planning
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • Trust
  • Resiliency
  • Agility
Other Development Opportunities

Spring 2022 Cohort

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Brittney D. Alls, JD

  • Assistant Vice President, Ethics & Compliance
  • Augusta University
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Rob Dennis, BS

  • Executive Director, Corporate Relations
  • Augusta University
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Michael Dotson, PhD

  • Senior Director, Information & Data Systems, Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement
  • Augusta University
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Garrett L. Green, EdD

  • Director, Multicultural Student Engagement
  • Augusta University
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Lauren Williams Hopkins, MPH

  • Director, Population Health & Virtual Care
  • AU Health
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Sharri Peck, BBA

  • Director, Classification, Compensation & Information Systems
  • Augusta University
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Noah Rees, MBA

  • Director, Business Operations, Nursing Administration
  • AU Health
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Erin Stillinger, BSN

  • Manager, Quality & Patient Safety, Clinical Quality Excellence
  • AU Health
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Stephen Wilhelm, MD

  • Assistant Director, Pathology Services
  • AU Health
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Gregory S. Woodlief, MPA

  • Director, Supply Management, University Procurement Officer
  • Augusta University

Previous CohortS

Resources

Resource Description
TED Talk | Your body language may shape who you are Social psychologist Amy Cuddy discusses how body language affects how others see us and how we see ourselves. This absorbing talk is thought provoking and a call to action on the need for self-awareness as a path to personal and professional growth.
TED Talk | The power of vulnerability This is funny, poignant, and a lesson on human connection. Brené Brown shares insights from her research on empathy and the importance of embracing our vulnerability with a positive attitude and loving spirit.
TED Talk | Are we in control of our decisions? Dan Ariely, behavioral economist, boldly shares his research findings that humans are not as rational as you may think. It’s great to listen to a credible expert challenge conventional wisdom to help us make better decisions.
Leadership: Theory and Practice The SAGE edge site for Leadership by Peter G. Northouse offers a robust online environment you can access anytime, anywhere, and features an impressive array of free tools and resources to keep you on the cutting edge of your learning experience.

Previous Cohorts

Fall 2021

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Christa Butler, RN, BSN, MSM

  • Director of Clinical Nursing Resource Management
  • AU Health
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Morgan Chavous, BA

  • Director, HR Solution Center
  • Augusta University
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Jim Cooley, EMBA

  • Associate Vice President Ambulatory Business Operations
  • AU Health
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John Crossgrove, MBA

  • Director, General Radiology
  • AU Health
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Quentin Davis, PhD

  • Director, Center for Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (CURS)
  • Augusta University
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Megan Furno, MPH, LSSBB

  • Manager, Operational Excellence
  • AU Health
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Justin Hensley, BSBA

  • Director of Accounts Payable, Office of the Controller
  • Augusta University
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Karyn Nixon, BS

  • Director, Military Initiatives
  • Augusta University
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Rick Plummer, MHI

  • Associate Vice President, Marketing and Branding
  • AU Health
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Lara Stepleman, PhD

  • Medical College of Georgia Associate Dean, Faculty Success and Inclusive Excellence
  • Chief of Psychology and Professor, MCG Department of Psychiatry and Health Behavior
  • Augusta University
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Sheree Wright, BS

  • Interim Executive Director, Research Institute
  • Interim Senior Director, Pre-Award Services, Sponsored Programs
  • Augusta University

 

Spring 2021

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Dale Hartenburg, EdS

  • AVP, Campus Services and Chief Auxiliary Officer, Operations
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Valera Hudson, MD

  • Department Chair, Medical College of Georgia, Department of Pediatrics
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Patrice Jackson, EdD

  • Associate Vice President, Student Affairs
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Cedric Johnson, BA

  • Director, Community Affairs, Strategic Partnership and Economic Development
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Corrina Warner, MBA

  • Assistant Controller, Financial Operations
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Pam Witter, MEd

  • Special Assistant to the Vice Provost; Chief Administrator, Continuing Education
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Margie Miller, BA

  • Director, State Government Relations, External Relations