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Walton College Leadership

The Walton College Leadership team guides the college in both academic and administrative ventures. The staff and faculty that lead our college are a paramount component to our success.

Interim Dean

Brent Williams replaces Dean Matthew A. Waller, who is returning to the classroom to teach supply chain management. Waller held the dean's position from 2016 to August 2023.

As Williams reflects on the role as dean, he plans to oversee the strategy and vision, continue to grow industry engagement, focus on enhancing the brand and reputation, and serve as a collaborator across campus on behalf of Walton College.

Williams has previously served as Walton College's senior associate dean, chair of the Supply Chain Management Department, and head of the Executive Education Office.

Brent Williams

Interim Dean

Dean's Office

Gary Peters

Senior Associate Dean

Alan E. Ellstrand

Associate Dean for Graduate Programs, College Curriculum Management, and Assurance of Learning

Karen Boston

Senior Assistant Dean for Student Success
Chief Student Officer

Tanya A. Russell

Assistant Dean for Finance and Administration

Laura Cate

Chief of Staff

Jeff Hood

Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Programs

Mike Waldie

Assistant Dean, Graduate School of Business

Andrea Morgan

Administrative Support Supervisor

Executive Committee

The Walton College Executive Committee is comprised of department chairs and various faculty and staff who serve in leadership roles across the college.