To facilitate the implementation of Workday and the research administration suite of tools, the Capstone Convergence program has established a governance framework that includes representation from across the University of Alabama.
Executive Sponsors
Executive sponsors at Capstone Convergence set the strategic vision, priorities, and direction for the program, ensuring alignment with university leadership and enterprise goals. They also champion the initiative across campus and help drive decision making, urgency, and organizational commitment to change.
Dr. Lesley Reid, Provost Dan Layzell, Executive Vice President, Chief Operations Officer and Treasurer Mike Shelton, Chief Information Officer
Steering Committee
The Steering Committee provides oversight and strategic direction to Capstone Convergence leadership and the program’s Sponsors. The committee ensures that policies, practices, and resources are most effectively aligned to support and advance the goals of Capstone Convergence.
Steering Committee Members
Name
Representation
Jennifer Camp
Research Administration
Julie Ember
College of Engineering Financial Affairs
Jordan Johnson
Academic Affairs
Cheryl Mowdy
Operations
Susan Norton
Human Resources
Mike Tierney
Office of Information Technology
Denny Savage
Student Information System / Registrar
Julie Shelton
Finance
Melissa Barnett
Budget Office Representation
Jimmy Vail
A&S Financial Affairs
Mel Jenkins-Simpson
Office of Institutional Research
Joshua Rothman
Provost Faculty Fellow
Steering Committee Ex Officio Members
Name
Representation
Mike Shelton
Chief Information Officer
Dan Layzell
Chief Financial Officer
Lesley Reid
Provost
Kevin Donahoe
Program Director
Meredith Boteler
Program Finance Executive Director
Jay Haley
Program HCM Executive Director
Rainey Way
Program Shared Capabilities Executive Director
Mike Champa
Huron Delivery Executive
Adam Wilson
Huron Program Director
Dana Mathewson
Program Technical Director
Advisory Groups
Advisory Groups at Capstone Convergence provide strategic input on institutional priorities, policy, and regulatory considerations, ensuring solutions reflect university-wide needs and constraints. They bring cross-functional perspectives and stakeholder insight to inform decisions and guide program design and implementation.
Align Data Governance
Name
Representation
Adam Sterritt
Student Life – Assessment & Planning
Chad Clarke
Public Safety
Cheryl Mowdy
CERA; LMS; HIPPA Compliance Denny Savage Registrar
Jennifer Camp
Financial Reporting
Julie Shelton
Financial Aid Operations; Budget; Procurement; Account Services; Technology & Data
