Daniel D. Armitage

Professional Experience______

The University of North Texas, Denton TX, 2016- present The University of Memphis, Memphis TN, 1985- 2016

Associate Vice President, Auxiliary Services Division of Student Affairs May 2016-Present

Responsible for the following departments and operations:

 Housing and Residence Life  Dining Services  Union  Gateway Conference Center and Coliseum  Discovery Park  Bookstore  Postal Services  UNT on the Square  Vending Operations

This includes all budgets, facilities, personnel, contracts and related programs:  Budget responsibilities include: $84 million in auxiliary revenues, operating budgets exceeding $64 million, E&G and foundation accounts  Contract administrator for vending, beverage, mail services and bookstore contracts  Serve on a Student Affairs administrative team that is responsible for strategic planning for a campus with 37,874 students and 6,300 residents  Serve as the point person for Student Affairs on the design team for new construction and renovations

Associate Vice President and Dean of Students Division of Student Affairs 2013- 2016

Responsible for the following departments and operations:

 Housing  Dining Services  University Center  Leadership and Involvement Programs (SGA, Student Activities Council, Greek  Life, Service Learning)  Adult and Commuter Services  Multicultural Affairs  Student Conduct  Conference Planning and Operations  Campus Scheduling Office  Child Development Center  Student Affairs, Lambuth Campus

This includes all budgets, facilities, personnel, contracts, grant management and related programs:  Budget responsibilities include: $32 million in auxiliary revenues, operating budgets exceeding $19 million, grant and foundation accounts  Serve as the Student Affairs point person responsible for the development of a  Student Affairs program at the new University of Memphis Lambuth Campus  Contract administrator for dining services that exceeds $11 million in annual sales  Serve on a Student Affairs administrative team that is responsible for strategic planning for the division on a campus of 21 ,000 students  Serve as the Chair of the Behavior Intervention Team  Serve as the point person for Student Affairs on the design teams for new construction and renovations including a new university center and three new residence hall facilities in 8 years  Teaching experience Includes: Emerging Leaders Sophomore Course in the College of Communications and Fine Arts, Residence Life Counseling Course in the College of Education and Academic 1100 (a freshmen experience course)  Serve on the Strategic Enrollment Management Council

Assistant Vice President, Campus Services Division of Student Affairs, 2009-2013

Responsible for the following departments and operations:  Conference Planning and Operations  Campus Scheduling Office  University Center  Residence Life  Dining Services  Child Development Center  Student Affairs, Lambuth Campus

This includes all budgets, facilities, personnel, contracts, grant management and related programs:  Budget responsibilities include: $27 million in auxiliary revenues, operating budgets exceeding $14 million, grant and foundation accounts  Serve as the Student Affairs point person responsible for the development of a Student Affairs program at the new University of Memphis Lambuth Campus  Contract administrator for dining services that exceeds $10 million in annual sales  Implemented a campus dining plan that increased sales in dining facilities 200%, vending operations 300% and bookstore dining operation 250%  Serve on a Student Affairs administrative team that is responsible for strategic planning for the division on a campus of23,000 students  Serve as the point person for Student Affairs on the design teams for new construction and renovations including a new university center and three new residence hall facilities in 8 years  Teaching experience includes: Emerging Leaders Sophomore Course in the College of Communications and Fine Arts, Residence Life Counseling Course in the College of Education and Academic 1100, a freshmen experience course  Served as co-advisor to Frosh Camp  Co-developed Living Learning Communities with the Vice Provost through an RFP process including: Leadership, Honors, Architecture, ROTC, Women in Engineering, Music, Freshmen First  Developed Sorority Housing Complex and served as a co-advisor to the Women's  PanHellenic House Advisor Counsel  Management and supervision of 460 employees

Associate Dean of Students Division of Student Affairs, 2000-2009

Direct responsibilities included:  Department of Residence Life  Dining Services  Child Development Center  Served as Interim Dean of Students from May to September 2009

This includes all budgets, facilities, personnel, contracts, grant management and related programs:  Serve as the Chief Housing Officer for a housing and residence life program with 2850 beds which included: o Strategic planning o Facility renovation and new construction o General maintenance o Custodial services o Residence Life operations o Student Organizations o Finance including: accounts payable and receivable o Procurement o Crisis and Behavioral Management o Training

 Contract administrator for dining services which included: o Renovations and new construction o RFP vendor selection process o Dining Services Committee o Dining Dollars Implementation o 70% voluntary participation in residence meal plans o 300% growth in sales over 12 years o $200,000+ returned annually to the division for non-dining related operations

 Responsible for the daily operations of the Child Development Center for students with children which included: o Nationally accredited and highest possible 3star state rating o Unique contracting with students for only hours needed o Grants included: after school funded programs, library and curriculum development, music program o Implemented a state funded hot food program

EDUCATION______

Memphis State University, Memphis, TN, Master of Science Degree in Counseling and Student Personnel, August 1987

Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, TN, Bachelor of Science Degree in Speech, Communication, and Theater, June 1983

AREAS OF EXPERIENCE______

Student Development  Served as co-advisor for Frosh Camp, three three-night camps, which provide a freshman supplemental orientation experience for 650+ students each summer  Creative consultant for student awareness videos on several issues including: Illegal Downloading and Copyright Laws, Campus Involvement, Sexually Transmitted  Diseases, Financial Awareness, Hazing, and Alcohol and Drug Awareness  Produced educational video: Diversity: on Common Ground. Project was funded through a grant by Swank Motion Pictures, Inc.  Programming: Developed a workshop and training video that addressed issues of race, homosexuality and individuals with disabilities  Developed and implemented a collaborative dining and vending student spending plan that significantly increased commuter participation in campus life  Developed and implemented freshmen experience programs involving Academic Affairs, Educational Support Programs, the Center for Student Development, Emerging Leaders Program, Peer Mentor Program, Athletics, and Dining Services  Developed and implemented Living Learning Communities through partnerships with the College of Fine Arts, the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Engineering, the University College and the Honors Program in the areas of leadership, honors, ROTC, architecture, music, women in engineering, foreign languages, and freshmen experience  Developed and implemented programming structures that address developmental topics (social, recreational, multicultural, intellectual, and spiritual issues)  Developed and/or coordinated major events (Southern Placement Exchange, SACSA  Vendor Showcase 2000 & 2001, TACUHO Host 2008, 2000 & 1996, TACURH Founding Host 1993, SEAHO Host 1992, Synergy Student Leadership Conference, Tiger Connection)  Developed operational strategies designed to facilitate student retention and degree completion  Established and advised the first chapter of the National Residence Hall Honorary  (NRHH) at The University of Memphis  Advised the Residence Hall Association and other student organizations

Human Resources  Designed and implemented a departmental general maintenance staffing structure  Developed communication and interactive systems among departments and between University and private vendors  Facilitated problem solving at all staff levels  Responsible for the recruitment, selection, training and supervision of 200+ staff at the professional, clerical, child care, accounting, security, information systems, housekeeping, maintenance, graduate, and student employee levels

Facilities  Served on the leadership team in the development, design and implementation stage of new facilities including: the University Center, the Rose Theater Complex, Greek Housing, Living Learning Complex and additional student housing  Renovated dining facilities including new dining concepts, kitchen, serving and seating areas  Developed and scheduled the renovation and expansion of the Child Development Center  Served on the new University Center Executive Committee and Design Development Team  Developed and implemented multi-million dollar renovations of housing facilities including major infrastructure components  Developed and implemented a department general maintenance operation  Developed the concept for restructuring the campus postal system and the implementation of a centralized campus post office located in the University Center  Developed and implemented the Dining Kiosk Concept in five academic buildings  Coordinated the purchase and transition of a complete computer hardware and software system upgrade for the offices of Student Conduct, Residence Life and Dining Services, University Center and Conference Planning and Scheduling.  Developed and implemented the consolidation of two dining facilities to meet both student and scholarship athlete needs including training table programs  Developed and coordinated the construction of new dining facilities  Implemented the RESNET Data network and provide support for 2700 users  Coordinated transition of the supervision of housekeeping staffs move from Physical  Plant and Planning to the Department of Residence Life  Coordinated major purchases of furnishings and equipment  Implemented ADA required renovation projects  Integrated new technologies into operations including major software programs including: assignments, cash handling, web based operational systems

Publications  Produced creative handbooks, manuals, 10 Year Housing Master Plan  Produced discussion guides for the Residence Life Cinema program as a corporate consultant  Produced educational video Diversity: on Common Ground. Project was funded through a grant by Swank Motion Pictures, Inc.  Produced educational video: Conflict Resolution: A Study of Discussion Based Programming: Developed a workshop and training video that addressed conflict resolution within campus communities through a grant with Swank Motion Pictures, Inc.  Film: More Than Entertainment, It Can Enhance Student Development, Campus Activities Programming, NACA, March 1996

Presentations and Consultations  Conducted workshops and training sessions for students, staff, faculty and community groups  Presented more than 40 programs for national, regional, and state organizations that included the following topics: leadership, diversity, student developmental theory, community engagement, social media, student conduct, technology, student development, social media, dining operations, first year experience, staff development, communication, creative solutions, retention, and marketing  Developed and instructed workshops for the state of Georgia Chief Business Officers Workshop, the Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Millington, the Memphis Kiwanis Leadership Institute, the City of Memphis School System, the University of Mississippi, Middle Tennessee State University, Christian Brothers University, University of Tampa, Carson Newman College and Austin Peay State University  Served as a consultant for new construction and operational assessment for Middle Tennessee State University, Carson Newman College and the University of Mississippi Teaching  Developed and instructed workshops for the Florida Organic Growers Association, the Memphis Area Rotary, Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Millington, Memphis City Schools Employee Training, local churches and corporations  Instructed courses for the College of Education, the College of Communication and Fine Arts and the University College at the University of Memphis (Leadership and Communication, Residence Hall Counseling and Academic 1100)

Committees  Served on the following committees: Enrollment Management and Retention, University Policy Review Board, University Center Renovation/ Replacement Executive, University Living Learning Task Force, University ID Card, Learning Communities, SACS Team, Student Activities Facility Construction, Bookstore Facility Construction, Hotel/Conference Center Construction, Wilson Hotel Management Selection, Crisis Response Team, Staff Selection and Search, Human Relations, Student Retention, Freshmen Orientation Course Faculty, University Policy and Procedures Board, International Council, Health and Human Sexuality, Tiger Connection, Staff Training, New Student Orientation Training and Planning, Campus Recreation, Intramurals and Fitness Task Force, Fire Evacuation, Campus Facilities, Parking and Campus Safety, Dining Services  Chaired the following committees: University Strategic Plan Housing Sub- Committee, Dining Services Selection, Housing Master Plan, Religious Life Involvement, University Living Learning Task Force, Student Activities Co Sponsorship Placement, Tiger Connection, Spring Fling, Pyramid Awards, Parents Weekend, and Professional Development

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS INVOLVEMENT AND HONORS______

2000 University of Memphis Distinguished Administrator of the Year Award National Association of College and University Food Services (NACUFS) Association of College and University Housing Officers International (ACUHO-I) Association of Physical Plant Administrators (APPA) Association of Collegiate Conference and Events Directors International (ACCED-I) Association of College Unions International (ACUI) National Association of College Auxiliary Services (NACAS) 2016- present Professional Development Committee National Association of College Auxiliary Services South (NACAS South) National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA Region III) 2012-16 Professional Programs Chair 2010-12 TN State Director Southeastern Association of Housing Officers (SEAHO) 1994 Governing Council 1992 Conference Host Southwest Association of College and University Housing Officers (SWACUHO) Southern Placement Exchange (SPE) (founder) Tennessee Association of College and University Housing Officers (TACUHO) 2012, 2008, 2000, 1996 Host 1993 President Southern Association of College Student Affairs (SACSA) 2001, 2000 Vendors and Sponsor Committee Chair South Central Freshmen Success Initiative Association Institute on College Student Values, Florida State University South Atlantic Affiliate of College and University Residence Halls (SAACURH) 1991, 1990, 1989 Advisor Program Award Tennessee Association of College and University Residence Halls (TARH) (founder) Tennessee RA Drive-In Conference (founder)