Marc Barker is the Assistant Vice President for Safety and Risk Services for Colorado State University. Mark oversees several departments within University Operations, including: Environmental Health, Risk Management, University Policy Office, Clery Compliance Office, the CSU Police Department and Emergency Management. Throughout his career in higher education, Marc has been persistent in his advocacy for military and veteran students. Marc has provided testimony to the House and Senate Veteran Affairs Committee’s relative to the Post 9/11 GI Bill, and additional educational topics for military and veterans students. He has presented on veteran and military education topics for the Council of College and Military Educators (CCME) National Symposium, the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) Annual Conference, the Department of Defense World Wide Education Symposium, the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC), and the Rocky Mountain Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (RMACRAO). Prior to his current appointment to the NAVPA Executive Board he served as the organizations national Legislative Director. Additionally, he has served on various community boards and panels dealing with military and veteran issues including the Kentucky/Tennessee Chapter of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA), and the Larimer County (CO) Veteran and Workforce Advocacy Panel.

Ashraf Fouad serves as the Interim Associate Vice President for Facilities Management overseeing Planning, Design, and Construction. He brings over 30 years of extensive experience in planning, design, and construction; 18 years of his professional career dedicated to higher education covering large projects both nationally and internationally. Ashraf is a licensed Architect in the State of Colorado and California and holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture, a master’s degree in history/theory of architecture, and a master’s degree in architecture from the University of California at Berkeley. Ashraf is married and has one daughter in her second year of graduate school, he enjoys Jazz music and speaks a few languages.

Sandy Sheahan is currently serving as the Interim Associate Vice President for Facilities Management overseeing Administration, Finance, Human Resources, Maintenance Operations, and Remodel and Construction Services. In her normal capacity, she serves as the Associate Director of Operations. Sandy holds a bachelor of science degree from Colorado State University and brings over 30 years of experience in facility management in higher education. She is experienced in benchmarking maintenance costs/needs in a variety of building use types and aligning with appropriated funding. She enjoys collaborating with campus partners to find solutions to facility-related issues.

Dave Ryan currently serves as the Controller and Executive Director of Business and Financial Services at CSU. With experience spanning multiple sectors, Dave is responsible for managing the organization’s financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and delivering customer service to campus stakeholders. In his current role, Dave leads a team of 70 professionals across various key departments, including Tax Services, Procurement, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Cost Accounting, Banking Services, Accounts Receivable Operations, Accounts Payable, and Travel. Dave is an integral member of the treasury team for the CSU System, where he plays a pivotal role in overseeing investments and debt financing. Additionally, he provides consulting services to CSU’s sister institution in Pueblo. Prior to CSU, Dave served as the Controller at the Municipality of Anchorage. His tenure in various leadership capacities has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial best practices and a track record of driving tangible results.

Angie Nielsen serves as the Director of the Office of Budgets at Colorado State University. In this role, she is responsible for providing research and analysis on both internal and external affairs to support executive decision-making related to the University’s budget. Her work ensures that CSU’s financial planning and resource allocation are both strategic and data driven. With over 20 years of experience in higher education, Angie brings extensive expertise in two of CSU’s critical supporting units, Facilities Management and Sponsored Programs. Prior to joining CSU, Angie established her skills at KPMG and a local accounting firm, where she gained valuable experience in financial analysis and auditing. Her diverse background in both the private sector and higher education provides a unique perspective that benefits CSU’s financial strategies. Angie is a proud alumna of Colorado State University. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting, a Master’s in Business Administration, and a certificate in Organizational Leadership from CSU. Her strong educational background, combined with her professional experience, positions her as a key leader in the University’s financial management and planning efforts