Seeking a challenging role that utilizes strategic leadership skills and experience in business development, operations management, team leadership, change management, and continuous improvement.
Greg Benzmiller
@gregbenzmiller
Results-driven Thought Leader
What I'm looking for
As a seasoned business development professional with a strong background in strategic direction and transformational leadership, I have a proven track record of achieving organizational goals and driving growth. With expertise in areas such as intra/entrepreneurial initiatives, human-capital improvement, and relationship building, I have successfully directed large-scale domestic and international projects across various industries.
My experience spans multiple roles, including Program Director, Operations Manager, and Principal of my own consulting firm. I have a strong ability to hire, steer, and empower cross-functional teams, and I am well-versed in fostering a culture of continuous improvement, diversity, and inclusion. My expertise in data-driven analysis, operational excellence, and strategy development has enabled me to drive business growth and improvement in various organizations.
I hold a Ph.D. in International Relations, Technology Policy, and have completed multiple master's degrees in Global Finance, Economic Integration, and International Business. My educational background, combined with my professional experience, has equipped me with a unique understanding of the complexities of global business and the importance of strategic planning, leadership, and teamwork.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Lecturer
University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Jan 2000 - Present (25 years 5 months)
Deliver lectures and engage with students in various business courses. Contribute to curriculum development and enhance student learning experiences.
Principal
The Benzmiller Group
Dec 1999 - Present (25 years 6 months)
Serve as dynamic corporate strategist and entrepreneurial visionary leveraging a diverse skill set and extensive business acumen for select clients. Craft business plans, develop budgets, and enhance operational efficiency. Administer operations, refine processes, build effective teams, and foster crucial stakeholder relationships.
MBA Coordinator & Lecturer
Black Hills State University
Aug 2022 - Aug 2023 (1 year)
Fulfilled one year emergency hire contract to collaborate with the Acting Dean of the School of Business, Dean of Graduate Studies, and Provost to align program modifications in the face of declining budget while preparing for AACSB recertification.
closed practices that drained university resources, compromised academic quality.
Program Director
Regis University-College of Business
Jan 1994 - Aug 2014 (20 years 7 months)
Led teams within a private academic institution to launch one of country's first online MBA programs.
Executed operational procedures to fuel growth from zero to four thousand students in just four years.
Online programs provided up to an additional $50M in revenue/annum.
Founded first of their international dual degree programs in Mexico and Puerto Rico.
Education
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University of Denver
Ph.D., International Relations
Ph.D. in International Relations with a focus on Technology Policy, emphasizing the intersection of technology and global politics.
University of Denver
Master of Arts, Global Finance and Economic Integration
Master of Arts in Global Finance and Economic Integration, focusing on the financial systems and economic policies that shape global markets.
Regis University
MBA, International Business
MBA in International Business, providing a comprehensive understanding of global business practices and strategies.
St. John's University
Bachelor of Arts, History / Philosophy / Medieval Studies
Bachelor of Arts in History, Philosophy, and Medieval Studies, exploring the historical and philosophical foundations of Western thought.
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