Regent American University
Our People

Faculty & Team

Distinguished educators, researchers, and industry practitioners committed to delivering a transformative graduate experience at Regent American University.

Faculty Members

A team of scholars and practitioners who bring real-world experience into every classroom.

Dr. Sisay Teketele

Dr. Sisay Teketele

Educator, researcher, and industry practitioner with expertise in data analytics, business intelligence, data science, leadership, and management.

Dr. Adewunmi

Dr. Adewunmi

Ph.D. in Applied Management and Decision Sciences with over 20 years of teaching experience and a published author in Information Management Systems.

Dr. Claudette Morgan-Scott

Dr. Claudette Morgan-Scott

Founder and CEO with 25+ years in management, organizational development, and business education across the U.S. and U.K.

Dr. Synovia Dover-Harris

Dr. Synovia Dover-Harris

Business educator, entrepreneurship professor, and strategist with over 20 years in academia and leadership.

Dr. Michael Aubry

Dr. Michael Aubry

Veteran, accountant, and academic leader who has helped establish and grow multiple business programs across the West Coast and internationally.

Dr. Mitchael Veenstra

Dr. Mitchael Veenstra

DBA and Director of Technology with 25+ years in nonprofit operations and 40+ years of technology experience.

Dr. Ingrid Marshall

Dr. Ingrid Marshall

DBA in Marketing, Global Business and Leadership with two decades of Wall Street experience and broad teaching expertise.

Dr. Adolfo Gorriaran-Pedraza

Dr. Adolfo Gorriaran-Pedraza

Retired U.S. Army officer and former Foreign Service Officer with doctorates in Business Administration and Information Technology.

Dr. Joel Vance

Dr. Joel Vance

Naval Officer turned HR Director and entrepreneur with 30+ years of college teaching experience and multiple Faculty of the Year awards.

Administrative Team

Leaders driving operations, admissions, and people strategy at RAU.

Elise Chandler, SHRM-SCP

Elise Chandler, SHRM-SCP

Head of Human Resources

Strategic HR leader with 15+ years across education, healthcare, and corporate operations, holding the SHRM-SCP credential.

Dr. Cathy McElderry

Dr. Cathy McElderry

Dean of Student Affairs

Accomplished academic leader and licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience in higher education and student development.

Dr. Lori J. Vaden

Dr. Lori J. Vaden

Dean of Enrollment Management

Higher education professional with over 20 years of experience in enrollment management, compliance, student services, and academic operations.

Ayub Kazi

Ayub Kazi

System Analyst

System Analyst with over 18 years of experience in software development, system support, and digital transformation across diverse industries.