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The leaders who shape what we teach at La Roche University.

Executive advisors

A selection of the senior leaders who shape the curriculum and bring the field directly into the classroom.

Clifford Jones
Executive advisor

Clifford Jones

Vice President of Sales, North America · EasyVista

Responsible for ESM/ITSM, ITAM, AITSM, Automation, and Service Mapping revenue (sales & renewals) across North America, while building a consistent Go to Market model. Define and drive strategies around recruiting and retaining top talent, revenue attainment and growth of the EasyVista Platform.

  • AI Strategic Framework
  • Change Management of AI
  • AI Industry Disruption
  • Driving AI Transformation & Adoption
Ian Bongaardt
Executive advisor

Ian Bongaardt

Managing Partner · Stoneybrook Partners

I am the Managing Partner of Stoneybrook Partners and a former healthcare CEO with nearly 20 years of experience leading multi-site healthcare services organizations through growth, acquisitions, operational transformation, and complex business challenges. He specializes in helping organizations improve operational performance, leverage AI to enhance decision-making and execution, and create sustainable enterprise value. Ian is passionate about the intersection of leadership, operations, and emerging technologies, with a focus on translating AI from a technology initiative into a practical business strategy for executives.

  • AI Strategy
  • Operational Excellence
  • Business Transformation
  • Healthcare Services
  • Private Equity Value Creation
  • Executive Leadership
  • Change Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Mergers & Acquisitions
  • Organizational Strategy
Michael Markivich
Executive advisor

Michael Markivich

Chief Financial Officer · Quality Life Services

Michael Markivich currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer for Quality Life Services which offers post acute services such as skilled nursing, personal care, home health and hospices services to individuals in Western Pennsylvania. Michael earned his Masters of Science in Accounting as well as his Bachelors of Science in Business Administration from Robert Morris University in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania.

  • AI Strategic Framework
  • Concerns and Risks Around AI
  • Measurement and Analytics of AI
Executive advisor

Frank Jacketti

Senior Director · Purolator International

Ryan Snellings
Executive advisor

Ryan Snellings

Global VP of Operations, Restek & President, Glastron · Restek Corporation

Highly accomplished, data-driven executive with broad expertise spanning operations such as field service, technical service, customer support, lean manufacturing, quality, HR, sales, supply chain, and executive leadership. Ryan has led global, multi-site operations across North and South America, EMEA, and APAC, driving operational excellence and innovation within highly regulated industries including medical devices, biotech, and chromatography.

  • AI Strategic Framework
  • Change Management of AI
  • AI Industry Disruption
  • Concerns and Risks Around AI
  • Driving AI Transformation & Adoption
Executive advisor

Craig Barton

Vice President, Product Management · AnewHealth

Craig Barton is a Strategic Product and Marketing Executive with more than 30 years of professional experience in product and innovation management, technology development, marketing and business development, making significant contributions in numerous industries such as Aerospace and Defense, Enterprise Software, Mobile Technologies, Internet Solutions and Services, and Healthcare IT. Craig is currently Vice President, Product Management at AnewHealth, a healthcare organization specializing in medication risk mitigation, pharmacy clinical services and fulfillment.

  • AI Strategic Framework
  • Using AI for Creative Innovation
  • Concerns and Risks Around AI
Executive advisor

Jwan Campbell

Executive Director Enterprise Data Loss Prevention · Wells Fargo

I am a cybersecurity executive with 15+ years experience leading enterprise security strategy, cyber risk governance, security operations, data protection, privacy, and cloud security in highly regulated environments. My leadership approach is grounded in understanding how the business operates, how technology supports it, where risk is created, and which controls are needed to reduce that risk effectively. While I bring deep expertise in data protection, my focus has always been broader than any single control domain. I evaluate business processes, technology dependencies, and data movement end to end to help organizations design practical, scalable, and business-aligned security strategies. Across financial services and healthcare, I have led initiatives that strengthened governance, improved control effectiveness, supported operational resilience, and helped executives navigate evolving cyber and technology risk. Core focus areas include enterprise security strategy, cyber risk, operations, governance, data protection, privacy, cloud security, and AI security.

  • Concerns and Risks Around AI
Mark Finlayson
Executive advisor

Mark Finlayson

Chief Information Security Officer · Excel Communications Worldwide

Mark has a 25-year Technology Leadership background, as well as 10 years of Technology and Cybersecurity consulting experience. He is deeply committed to assisting clients in enhancing their security posture and minimizing risk exposure. With over two decades of experience in the decision-maker seat, he possesses a profound understanding of the challenges clients face in safeguarding their networks and data amidst the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.

  • Concerns and Risks Around AI
  • Driving AI Transformation & Adoption
James Cebula
Executive advisor

James Cebula

SVP, Senior Security Director · Citizens

Jim has over 20 years of professional experience across all areas of cyber security. He currently holds a senior leadership role with Citizens Financial Group focused on data security, insider threats, and enabling secure adoption of AI. Jim holds BS and MS degrees from the University of Pittsburgh, along with the CISSP and C-CISO certifications.

  • AI Strategic Framework
  • Concerns and Risks Around AI
Nic Stoyer
Executive advisor

Nic Stoyer

Senior Director of Development and Facilities · Bartaco

With more than 15 years of experience across real estate development, facilities, construction, and procurement within the restaurant industry, I am a cross-functional leader who bridges strategy and execution. I combine deep technical expertise, trade licenses, and formal leadership development to drive disciplined growth, operational excellence, and scalable infrastructure. My experience includes real estate site selection and due diligence, development planning, contract negotiation, equipment supply chain strategy, team building, policy development, and the deployment of cutting-edge technology and software. I currently serve as the Senior Director of Development and Facilities at bartaco, a fast-growing and innovative casual dining brand. In this role, I oversee all facilities and equipment functions while partnering closely with development, construction, operations, finance, and real estate teams. I support 30+ locations across 15 states and play a key role in the ongoing growth of our U.S. portfolio—from early site evaluation through opening and long-term asset performance. Beyond day-to-day operations, I am an influential collaborator and strategic innovator in the facilities and development space. I serve on the Customer Advisory Board for Ecotrak, contributing to the evolution of technology that optimizes facility performance and reduces cost at scale. I am also a Board Officer of the Restaurant Facility Management Association (RFMA), where I help advance the industry through education, thought leadership, and the sharing of best practices with peers and partners.

  • Change Management of AI
  • AI Industry Disruption
  • Using AI for Creative Innovation
  • Measurement and Analytics of AI
  • Driving AI Transformation & Adoption
Executive advisor

Andrew Jones

Vice President of Engineering · Medcomp

Andrew Jones is the Vice President of Engineering at Medcomp, responsible for leading engineering strategy and execution across the organization’s medical device portfolio. He has over 15 years of experience in the medical technology industry, with a strong background in product development, manufacturing process development, design verification and validation, and navigating complex regulatory environments. Andrew earned his degree in Biomedical Engineering from Purdue University.

  • Using AI for Creative Innovation
  • Driving AI Transformation & Adoption
Executive advisor

Caroline Griffin

Director of Rural and Civic Engagement · Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission

Jen Molinaro
Executive advisor

Jen Molinaro

VP, Talent Management · Ashland

Jen Molinaro is Vice President of Talent Management, Inclusion and Diversity at Ashland, where she established and leads the global talent management and inclusion strategy supporting employees across more than 100 countries. Her work spans leadership development, succession, performance management, employee listening, and cultural transformation, with regular engagement at the executive and Board level. Prior to Ashland, Jen held senior talent and HR leadership roles at Kontoor Brands and VF Corporation, following a 14-year career in talent management consulting with Development Dimensions International. She holds a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Carlow University and a bachelor’s degree in Writing from Edinboro University.

  • AI Strategic Framework
  • Change Management of AI
  • Driving AI Transformation & Adoption
Executive advisor

Bethany Rodkey

Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer · Carload Express INC.

Bethany Rodkey is the Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer at Carload Express, Inc. Bethany is an advocate for gaining staff commitment, not just their compliance and achieves this through recognition programs and talent management. With over 15 years of experience in HR, she has demonstrated her ability to partner with other departments to achieve human resources objectives, execute organizational strategies and maximize productivity. In her free time, Bethany likes to visit new coffee shops and restaurants with her husband, Jason.

  • Concerns and Risks Around AI
Jamie Sybert
Executive advisor

Jamie Sybert

Partner · HKA

Jamie is a strategic and results-driven executive with over 25 years of experience leading high-performing teams across industry and professional services. She has extensive experience advising organizations seeking to strengthen financial performance whilst navigating the intricacies of federal acquisition requirements. Her career has focused on strategic planning, risk management, compliance and bringing a disciplined, data-driven approach to financial decision making. This experience includes helping organizations navigate complex federal regulations, government audits, transactional challenges that includes pricing disputes, compliance investigations, and large-scale mergers and acquisitions. She also serves as Chair of the National Defense Industrial Association Procurement Division and is a frequent speaker on compliance strategy, internal controls, risk assessments, audit readiness, and federal funding.

  • Change Management of AI
  • Driving AI Transformation & Adoption
Daryle Clark
Executive advisor

Daryle Clark

President · Medical Components, Inc.

After more than a decade with Medical Components, Inc., I was appointed President in 2024, reflecting a strong track record of performance, deep company knowledge, and proven leadership. In this role, I set and drive the strategic vision across three businesses: a direct-to-hospital medical components company and two contract manufacturing organizations serving medical device and pharmaceutical clients. My background spans business transformation, marketing, and program management, with measurable impact. I’ve improved margins by over 20%, increased revenue by 9%, and boosted on-time project execution by 90%. I’ve also led a strategic restructuring of the product portfolio to prioritize high-margin, high-growth opportunities and launched multiple differentiated vascular access product lines through cross-functional collaboration. I began my career as a third baseman in the Milwaukee Brewers organization, where I developed resilience, discipline, and a team-first mindset—qualities that continue to shape my leadership style. I’m known for strong emotional intelligence, analytical rigor, and decisive execution, as well as my ability to communicate effectively across all levels of an organization. I lead with empathy and a focus on collaboration, fostering environments where teams align, engage, and perform at a high level. Outside of work, I stay active and enjoy traveling—having visited all major Hawaiian Islands, with Kauai as my favorite. Created with AI!

  • Driving AI Transformation & Adoption
Courtney Fenstermaker
Executive advisor

Courtney Fenstermaker

Head of Industry · InfoTrust

As Head of Industry at InfoTrust, Courtney Fenstermaker operates at the intersection of emerging technology and enterprise strategy. She leads a global team focused on transforming how the world’s most recognizable brands activate first-party data within a compliant, privacy-centric framework. Courtney’s expertise lies in change management—guiding organizations through the cultural and technical shifts required to adopt new technologies effectively. In addition to her work steering product innovation at InfoTrust and serving on the AMA board, she is a vocal advocate for "big-picture" data strategies that prioritize both marketing performance and consumer trust.

  • AI Strategic Framework
  • Change Management of AI
  • AI Industry Disruption
  • Using AI for Creative Innovation
  • Concerns and Risks Around AI
  • Measurement and Analytics of AI
  • Driving AI Transformation & Adoption
Nate King
Executive advisor

Nate King

Chief Operations & Administrative Officer · Family House

Nate King currently serves as the Chief Operations and Administrative Officer for Family House, a home away from home for patients and their families traveling to Pittsburgh for medical care for over 42 years. In addition to his leadership role, Nate holds an active real estate license and is a team member of one of the top-producing teams in the state, the Mike and Melissa Barker Team of RE/MAX Select Realty. He earned his Master’s degree in Business from Southern New Hampshire University and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology and Psychology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Nate is also a certified Global Career Development Facilitator and an active member of the Pittsburgh Human Resources Association, the Society for Human Resource Management, and the Northside Chamber of Commerce. Passionate about helping others, Nate is actively involved with numerous nonprofits throughout the Pittsburgh area, combining his professional expertise with his commitment to community impact.

  • AI Strategic Framework
  • Change Management of AI
  • Using AI for Creative Innovation
  • Driving AI Transformation & Adoption
Kevin Pochapin
Executive advisor

Kevin Pochapin

VP & GM Americas · Mastech InfoTrellis

Over 20 years of experience helping Fortune 500 companies to grow, optimize, and innovate through Data and AI led digital transformation and modernization. Excited to help lead and shape the generational evolution of Generative and Agentic AI.

  • AI Strategic Framework
  • Using AI for Creative Innovation
  • Measurement and Analytics of AI
  • Driving AI Transformation & Adoption
Executive advisor

Don Rosenberger

Vice President · Dobil Laboratories, Inc.

Graduated from Carnegie Tech in 1971 with a degree in Electrical Engineering. Started my own company in 1971 and now have over 150 employees in the tech field.

  • Using AI for Creative Innovation