When Governance Breaks: Leading through Cross-Departmental Decision-Making

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | 4:30PM–5:30PM MT
Session Type: Poster Session
Delivery Format: Poster Session
Governance is critical for guiding complex institutional initiatives where teams are united by shared charter goals and a desire to do good work. But definitions of success vary across individuals, divisions, and the institution, making clarity an ongoing challenge. This panel brings together cross-functional leaders to share scenario-based insights and practical approaches for strengthening decision-making, collaboration, and structure in decentralized environments.

Presenters

  • Jay James

    Cybersecurity Operations Manager, Auburn University

  • Patricia Juarez

    Senior Business Systems Analyst, University of California, Berkeley

  • Maryam Mirza

    Assistant Vice President, Enterprise Application & Integration, Stony Brook University

  • Charlotte Souffront-Garcia

    Senior Director, Strategy & Operations, University of Notre Dame

  • Ciera Thomas

    ERP Change Manager, Denison University