Daniel Maxey, Ph.D. Email & Phone Number

Denver, CO, US

Denver, Colorado, United States

• At the request of Chancellor Michelle Marks, assumed executive leadership for institutional marketing and communications functions and a team of talented and creative professionals to ensure the continuity of functions.
• Implemented a federated college communicator model wherein previously decentralized professionals in the schools and colleges have been embedded with the central unit to foster greater strategic alignment in the.
• Strategically deploy limited resources to advance the reputation and priorities of the institution through efforts in marketing, internal communications, brand and content management, and media relations
• Direct targeted reorganizations to optimize the deployment of the institution’s new Meet Your Moment brand and voice, ensure stability, enable the consistent delivery high-quality level of service, and build.
• Nuture the talented leaders and professionals in University Communications during a period of transition

Denver, Colorado, United States

• Provides thoughtful leadership as a strategic partner and senior advisor to Interim Chancellor Ann Schmiesing—and previously to Chancellor Michelle Marks. The Chief of Staff at CU Denver is a senior executive, serves.
• Through consultation with the Chancellor, Provost, Executive Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, and others, coordinate strategic efforts and activities to advance campus goals, priorities, and the.
• Vigorously represent the interests and priorities of the campus and coordinate activity with the University of Colorado system as a primary liaison with the Office of the President and Board of Regents, ensuring.
• Steward a wide range of relationships with vital stakeholders and represent the Chancellor, broader leadership team, and our priorities at events, meetings, and strategic engagements
• Organize and advance coordinated engagement with Auraria Campus partners by building and leveraging intentional collaboration among institutions’ executive offices, improving collective planning and information flow.
• Lead and facilitate searches and transitions for senior leaders by ensuring alignment between institutional needs and efforts to recruit proven talent, and directing the development of onboarding plans to ensure new.

Greeley, Colorado

• Served as a strategic partner and senior advisor to University President Andy Feinstein. Proudly championed the University of Northern Colorado’s efforts to be a Students First university, enjoining colleagues and.
• Worked collaboratively with the President, Provost, and other stakeholders, lead the development and implementation of the university’s strategic plan, Rowing, Not Drifting 2030, an innovative and living plan that.
• Facilitated the advancement of key institutional priorities through coordination with a wide variety of internal and external constituents, including as an active participant and advisor in efforts to establish an.
• Presented a pragmatic and well-informed perspective to decision making, including as a critical player in the university’s COVID-19 response
• Enhanced and protected the university’s reputation and partnerships through active involvement in the development and execution of external communications strategies for the executive leadership team and university.
• Served as a key adviser in the hiring of executives at the vice president and associate/assistant vice president levels, including as chair of a successful search for a dynamic and energetic vice president for student.

Laramie, Wyoming

• Worked collaboratively with other leaders across the university and State of Wyoming to advance high priority, strategic initiatives on behalf of and in close consultation with the Provost and Vice President for.
• Developed, articulated, and implemented plans for a strategic expansion of the university’s online and distance education program offerings to better serve the needs of students, Wyoming’s communities, and educational.
• Coordinated activities with partners in the state’s community colleges and government to enhance educational opportunity and credential attainment for Wyoming’s citizens, including as the university’s representative on.
• Composed strategic communications to the university community and stakeholder groups on behalf of the Provost, and contributed to the development of a communications strategy for the office
• Directed the implementation of a system designed to provide data on faculty research and publications to colleges, departments, and interdisciplinary research initiatives and developed strategy to use this and other.
• Designed new academic policies, practices, and processes for making data-informed decisions

Laramie, Wyoming

• Executed a wide variety of administrative and executive duties, special projects, and initiatives on behalf of and in close consultation with the university president. Promoted and supported the mission, strategic.
• Provide direct support to the university president and advance her strategic priorities by managing special projects and initiatives, including the development of the first annual report on the university’s Breaking.
• Serve as a liaison to the executive leadership and offices across the university, as well as various external partners in the local community and state
• Respond effectively to queries, questions, concerns, and requests on behalf of the President, working to solve problems, mediate disputes, and ensure proactive engagement with issues and people
• Contribute to task forces and committees, including as co-chair of a task force appointed to analyze the university’s results from the 2018 Great Colleges to Work For survey, produce a report of results, and make.
• Produce strategic communications, special correspondence, and prepared remarks to be delivered by the university president

Santa Clara, California

• Advanced the senior administration’s strategic academic priorities, including a transformative and multi-faceted effort to enhance STEM education and student outcomes, through project management, conducting policy.
• Managed special projects on behalf of the Provost, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, Vice Provost for Planning and Institutional Effectiveness, and Senior Assistant Provost for Strategic Initiatives
• Facilitated outreach and engagement with academic departments, faculty, staff, and students to discern a shared vision for STEM education at the University, identify opportunities for and obstacles to success.
• Conducted high-level research and analysis to support various strategic initiatives, develop policy proposals and plans, and recommend courses of action and alternatives to decision makers
• Provided essential staff support and oversight for several other committees and task forces associated with the university shared governance system and STEM initiative
• Drafted and disseminated the Provost’s quarterly academic affairs reports to the University’s Board of Trustees, as well as periodic email communications about Provost’s Office initiatives to faculty and staff

Los Angeles, CA

• Provided leadership and strategic direction for a national research and policy initiative that examines challenges for the future of the academic profession and generates pragmatic solutions to promote student success.
• Conducted focused research on connections between faculty staffing models and policies, practices, and institutions’ capacity to facilitate students’ academic achievement and co-curricular engagement, as well as other.
• Developed and executed detailed plans and timelines to ensure the expedient completion of projects
• Managed the project’s grant-funded budget, the work of external associates and student workers, and engagement with external stakeholders, including education and mainstream media outlets
• Forged and maintained collaborative, strategic partnerships with leaders of national higher education organizations such as the Association of American Colleges and Universities, Council on Higher Education.
• Produced empirically-based, conceptual, and methodological articles for publication in a range of academic journals and periodicals catering to researchers, policymakers, and higher education professionals, as well as.

Tempe, AZ

• Directly fostered the academic achievement of more than 300 students annually and worked with faculty and staff to engage students through co- and extra-curricular involvement, inform changes to program requirements.
• Provided academic support and advising to undergraduates in the Justice Studies program, Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Study concentrations, and certificate programs
• Advised the school’s director, department’s faculty head, and faculty members on matters related to undergraduate academic policies, student support services, and proposed changes to academic programs
• Investigated concerns raised by students, families, and faculty members and liaised with appropriate personnel to offer recommendations to the department head and ensure that issues were promptly and effectively.
• Evaluated credit for students transferring from community colleges and regional universities
• Developed procedures to improve upon the efficiency of advising services and produced a digital records system for maintaining records from student meetings, providing advising feedback and recommendations to students.

Phoenix, Arizona Area

• Researched innovative, university-sponsored projects at American and international institutions and promoted exemplary cases as best practices, with an emphasis on regional development, community engagement, and.
• Conducted research on innovative projects originated by universities around the world, including through interviews with project personnel and beneficiaries, and prepared case studies to promote good practices
• Prepared a proposal for the creation of the University Design Consortium’s Innovation Awards for consideration by the Director and ASU Foundation, including an implementation plan and award criteria
• Served as a senior editor for case studies and materials produced by Consortium staff
• Provided direction to a team of web designers to involved in the creation of a website and searchable online database to house case studies on good practices produced by the Consortium and its staff

Phoenix, Arizona Area

• Advised undergraduate Urban and Metropolitan Studies students, produced resources for enrolled students, and developed marketing materials to recruit majors, minors, and professionals pursuing certificates.
• Provided academic support to undergraduate students in the Urban and Metropolitan Studies program, Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Study concentrations, and joint degree and certificate programs
• Identified internship and study abroad opportunities and facilitated student participation
• Produced program materials and student guides to support enrolled students and inform prospective students of opportunities available through the School’s undergraduate programs
• Supported the administration of the School of Public Affairs and College of Public Programs through service on committees overseeing academic program changes and the provision of student services

Arlington, VA

• Empowered corporate clients’ government affairs operations by consulting on strategic policy issues at the state and local level, identifying emerging priorities, tracking policy trends, forecasting developments.
• Advised corporate and trade association clients on legislative and policy issues in the states, researched emerging trends, maintained current knowledge of procedural and political developments, and recommended.
• Supported industry coalitions by articulating shared priorities, communicating across organizations, and organizing efforts to respond collectively
• Facilitated client communications with lawmakers and other relevant stakeholders, including the drafting of letters of support or opposition to legislation, as well as writing and promoting substitute bill language
• Managed a team of legislative associates and coordinators to provide clients with timely intelligence and advice to address technology, privacy, procurement, and financial services issues in all 50 states
• Represented clients and the firm at national policy meetings convening elected state and local officials

Washington, DC

• Executed an annual finance plan and worked with consultants, governors’ staff, and members to generate revenue to reach a multi-million dollar annual fundraising goal, and managed logistical operations for policy.
• Secured commitments for political contributions to sustain operations and fund gubernatorial campaigns
• Produced and maintained briefing materials and organizational financial data for use by governors, governors’ staff, state finance contacts, and DGA leadership and staff
• Managed a comprehensive donor services operation, designed marketing and membership materials, and provided direct support to donors and governors’ staff
• Planned and implemented logistical operations for fundraising events, receptions, and policy conferences
• Directed a semester-based internship program providing political experience for undergraduate students

Washington, DC

• Supported the senior corporate leadership, including the Chief Executive Officer, by researching issues, creating detailed briefing materials, and generating summaries of legislation and regulations affecting the.
• Monitored legislative developments pertaining to ground transportation, labor, ergonomics, and pensions
• Attended Congressional hearings, briefings, and trade association meetings on behalf of the company and produced summary reports for executives
• Planned and facilitated special events and meetings, including an annual Congressional workshop to train regional government affairs representatives and receptions with Members of Congress and diplomats
• Conducted political finance research and provided management support to the Director of UPSPAC, the largest employee-financed corporate political action committee in the United States at the time

Ph.D., Urban Education Policy

Activities and Societies: Association of American Colleges and Universities, American Educational Research Association, Association for.

M.Ed., Higher And Postsecondary Education

Activities and Societies: National Academic Advising Association, Association for the Study of Higher Education, National Association of.

Ba, Government

Activities and Societies: Student Body President (2001-2002), Student Representative to the Board of Visitors (2001-2002), President's.