Voices Inspiring Better Engagement (VIBE)
Voices Inspiring Better Engagement (VIBE) serves as a divisional resource to enhance employee engagement by sharing ideas, information and communicating on issues and topics.
VIBE serves as an advisory body to the Senior Leadership Team and provides vital support and capacity for developing, implementing, tracking progress and assessing impact of initiatives undertaken by the Division. Please note that the group meets twice per month.
Our Mission
- Serve as an advisory group for all divisional staff members to the Senior Leadership Team
- Act in an advisory capacity to the Senior Leadership team on existing and emerging policies, procedures, and activities
- Enhance communication and engagement throughout the division and within departments
- Provide staff with an effective way to inquire, connect, and promote success
- Develop and implement strategic initiatives designed to cultivate employee engagement
Who We Are
Below is a list of the Voices Inspiring Better Engagement (VIBE) committee members and their respective contact information.
| Committee member | email address |
|---|---|
| Laura Berie | lberie@kent.edu |
| Adda Gape | agape@kent.edu |
| Holly Hites | hestes@kent.edu |
| Vicki Ladd (Secretary) | vladd@kent.edu |
| Vincent Marino | u354@police.kent.edu |
| Melinda McCarthy | mmccar38@kent.edu |
| Erica Petz (Chair) | epelz@kent.edu |
| Janell Ryan (Vice -Chair) | jfryan@kent.edu |
| Timothy Styranec | tstyran1@kent.edu |
| Mariah Taylor | mtaylo5@kent.edu |
Have a comment or concern to share with the VIBE committee? We encourage you to voice your thoughts to help us improve and better serve our division.
Leave a Shout Out
Have you noticed an employee going above and beyond? Don鈥檛 let their hard work go unnoticed!
Bringing Out Our Staff鈥檚 Talent (BOOST) is an initiative dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the remarkable contributions of our staff in the Division of Finance and Administration. Take a moment to leave a shout-out for an employee whose dedication and commitment inspire you.