Nicolas A. Spina PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT

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1 Nicolas A. Spina PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT Dean of Business and Public Service, Vincennes University, Responsibilities include management of 55 programs of study (B.S., A.S., A.A.S and Certificates) encompassing five departments: Law and Safety, Homeland Security, Electronic Media, Business and Management, and Information Technology. Supervision includes 34 FT faculty, 25 PT faculty and 17 professional and support staff. Responsibilities also include serving on the Provost Council, Curriculum and Academic Affairs Committee (CAAC) and Selective Student Re- Admission Committee. Previous Administrative Experience -Associate Dean of Continuing Education, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, ; -Director of Evening Studies, University of New Haven, ; -Assistant Director of Accelerated and MBA Programs, University of New Haven, ; -Coordinator of Accelerated and MBA Programs, University of New Haven, ; -Director of the Management Center, Post University, ; -Director of the Northampton Community Music Center, Other Professional Experience -Sales Manager New England Division, Frito-Lay Inc., ; -District Manager, Frito Lay Inc., ; -Unit Manager, Frito Lay Inc., ; -Sales Associate, Frito Lay Inc., ; -District Manager, Cumberland Farms, ; -Assistant Store Manager, Shop Rite Supermarkets, ; -Grocery Manager, Shop Rite Supermarkets, ; -Music Teacher, Kosciuszko Junior High School, EDUCATION -Nova Southeastern University Matriculant for D.B.A. studies: Three courses completed, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Master of Business Administration in Management, Hartt School of Music, University of Hartford Bachelor of Music, Northern Michigan University Piano Major, TEACHING EXPERIENCE Central Connecticut State University- School of Business ( ) -Managerial Communication -Nominated for the Excellence in Teaching Award,

2 University of New Haven College of Business ( ) -Principles of Management -Principles of Marketing Post University ( ) -Principles of Management (online and on-ground delivery) -Principles of Marketing (online and on-ground delivery) -Small Business Management -Business and Society -Business Ethics -Applied Piano Naugatuck Valley Community College Business and Industry Services (1999) -Supervisory Skills Certificate Program ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE, CONTRIBUTIONS to CAMPUS LIFE and COMMUNITY Vincennes University -Provost Council -Curriculum and Academic Affairs -Foundations of Excellence Sub-Committee -Selective Student Re-Admission Committee -Honorary Inductee into Alpha Beta Gamma International Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts -Graduate Education Committee -Berkshire Compact for Higher Education -Berkshire Wireless Learning Initiative -Academic Technology Advisory Group Post University -Online Education and Technologies Advisory Board -Credit Equivalency Assessment Committee CONSULTING -Canberra Industries: Team Building Skills -Somers Thin Strip (Olin Corporation): Supervisory Skills, Advanced Supervisory Skills -Uniphase Telecommunications Products: Supervisory Skills -Sperry Rail Service: Supervisory Skills, Human Resource Compensation and Benefits Audit PRESENTATIONS and SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS -Homeland Security and Public Safety Building Dedication, Vincennes University -VU Vision Magazine: Collaboration and Community; May Strategic Planning Forum, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts -Rotary Club of Pittsfield, MA -Massachusetts Nonprofit Network Conference -Berkshire Community College Adult Learner Forum -Human Resource Association of Berkshire County 2

3 PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT and ADMINISTRATION DETAIL Dean, Business and Public Service Division - Vincennes University -Reports to the Provost; -Responsible for academic rigor and integrity of courses and programs; -Manages academic scheduling and programming, curriculum development, education policy, advisement, faculty development, personnel policies, program review, recruitment of faculty and staff, resource allocation; -Ensures compliance with university and division policies, procedures and agreements; -Works with faculty and staff to develop a division strategic plan; -Participates with senior administrators and Deans to execute the university strategic plan; -Participates with university leaders and administration to develop and implement academic planning; -Works with Director of Institutional Effectiveness, faculty and staff for program and course assessment; -Serves on the Provost Council and Curriculum and Academic Affairs Committee; -Advises the Provost in division and university planning, policies and procedures; -Responsible for 34 FT faculty, 17 professional/support staff, 25 PT faculty; -Maintains a $4.4mm division budget of operational expenses with operational revenue of $6mm; -Responsible for writing and administration of Perkins Grants for career and technical education programs; -Assumes fiscal responsibility for faculty, staff, equipment and facilities; -Manages division structure of 5 department chairs incorporating 55 programs and concentrations, Business, Information Technology, Law and Safety, Electronic Media & Homeland Security; -Provides guidance and ensures compliance of national accreditation for business, paralegal and EMS-Paramedic programs through the ACBSP, ABA and CoAEMSP; -Provides guidance for articulation agreements with four year colleges and universities; -Works with faculty to extend private sector partnerships (e.g., advisory councils, internships); -Responsible for the direction and operation of 5 campus buildings/wings and satellite location in Indianapolis; -Works to expand community engagement (e.g., Saturday Skills Seminar, BPS 5K/10K Run-Walk). Associate Dean of Continuing Education - Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts -Reports to the Dean of Academic Affairs; -Works with VP of Academic Affairs, VP of Enrollment and External Relations to develop and manage CE division offerings; -Responsible for the creation, management, marketing, promotion and oversight of the Fast Track accelerated degree program, including student recruitment, advising and retention; - Responsible for designing and developing the graduate Professional MBA as a 4+1 option to meet regional business and student needs, and aid in undergraduate student recruitment and retention; -Responsible for continuing education and professional development, for-credit programs, accelerated evening/weekend and summer credit non-credit instruction, off-campus instructional programs, distance learning programs and special programs; -Works with full and part-time faculty to develop and maintain academic rigor in all CE programs; -Responsible for credit and non-credit budget management, cost analysis and increasing revenue; -Compliments the mission of the college through representation at professional and college functions; -Supervises the office of Lifelong Learning (non-credit); -Addresses the needs of corporations, workforce and diverse communities (e.g. General Dynamics Corporation); -Provides student support services; -Collaborates with public and private institutions, including K-12 schools and participates as ex-officio member of Superintendent s Council for Berkshire County; -Responsible for developing online and hybrid courses and collaborates with faculty for course and program specific support.

4 Director of Evening Studies - University of New Haven -Reports to the Dean of Extended and Executive education; -Responsible for the development and implementation of a comprehensive marketing strategy for the university's part-time evening undergraduate programs and directly manages the evening Accelerated Program for the School of Business; -Recruiting responsibility for School of Business - MBA program for Emerging Leaders; -Work with college Deans to assure course offerings meet the needs of the current students. Includes online and weekend classes within fall, spring, intersession and summer terms; -Coordinate with Admissions, Financial Aid, Records and Registration, and Information Services; -Develop, plan, and implement marketing and recruitment strategies; -Coordinate messaging strategies that emphasize program value and differentiation; -Develop approaches and tactics to generate prospects and leads and convert them into applications; -Cultivate relationships with corporations and business to enhance external university relationships (e.g., UTC: Pratt & Whitney, Otis Elevator, Sikorsky Aircraft, Hamilton-Sundstrand); -Work with Director of International Studies to support/advise foreign students in evening-accelerated studies; -Recruit students and enrollment management; -Develop and implement retention strategies for evening students; -Provide services and support to evening students (e.g., registration, advising and scheduling); -Manage all in-office evening student support activities; -Represent the interests of the evening students within the university; -Maintain student and corporate information database. Director - Management Center - Post University -Reports to the Dean of Accelerated Degree Programs; -Interview, select, and supervise faculty, instructors, presenters, and consultants; -Responsible for Human Resources, Management, Real Estate, and Tax Institute programs; -Develop and manage contract and non-credit programs with appropriate delivery methods; -Developed Management Development Certificate Program; -Developed Management of Human Resource course for online delivery; -Developed CT Charts-a-Course early childhood training course for online delivery; -Developed numerous training programs for business and industry and community needs; -Responsible for strategic planning of all TMC programs; -Negotiate and maintain contracts with instructors, presenters, consultants, and clients; -Provide administrative support for the 100 member Charles Zwicker Tax Institute; -Monitor quality and delivery of over 20 TMC programs; -Re-design and update HR Management Certificate program; -Manage registration and accounts receivable procedures for TMC programs and contracts; -Develop and responsible for annual budget and evaluate TMC results; -Responsible for marketing, advertising, and growth & enrollment plans for TMC programs; -Write and distribute professional development advertising and press release materials; -Participate in professional organizations (e.g., American Society of Training and Development, Chamber of Commerce); -Foster collaborative programming between the local community and the University; -Maintain awareness of business trends and developments for credit and non-credit programs; -Promote effective cross-functioning relationships with academic division.

5 Director - Northampton Community Music Center -Responsible for annual and long-range program and financial planning; -Developed accounting, registration, and cost control measures; -Designed programs for new and expanded music education and enrichment offerings; -Administered community-based partnerships for music programs in the public schools; -Developed and coordinated all fundraising activities; -Applied for, authored, and was awarded over $23,750 in local and state sponsored grants; -Coordinated marketing, registration and scheduling of over 15 center programs each semester; -Auditioned, interviewed, and maintained a faculty and staff of 45 members; -Developed Parent, Faculty, and Music Center handbooks; -Implemented evaluation process for the selection, oversight, and review of faculty; -Negotiated successfully with city government for new Music Center facility. Sales Manager - Frito-Lay Inc. -Coordinated and planned for two District Sales Managers; -Responsible for business and marketing programs for 45 salespeople and $24mm in sales; -Directed account sales growth over 113 percent; -Responsible for eleven business account calls covering four trade channels; -Responsible for non-traditional account services for Fort Devens Army Post, Ayers, MA; -Designated as training and development manager for sales managers and associates; -Selected as a management recruiter for New England, including college level recruiting; -Initiated Professional Selling Skills program for sales associates; -Awarded Employee Relations "Significant Contributor" for New England division; -Recipient of numerous sales and marketing awards at District, Zone, and New England levels. 5