Meet the Resource Optimization Team

The Resource Optimization Initiative is driven by a dedicated team of internal leaders and external experts, all working together to ensure Florida A&M University achieves its strategic goals of academic excellence, research innovation, and financial sustainability. With a deep understanding of our institution’s operations and strategic priorities, this team is committed to making impactful and lasting changes.

Steering Committee

 
 
Kelvin Lawson
Kelvin Lawson

Executive Vice President & COO

Project Role: Leads the overall initiative, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and providing strategic oversight.

 

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Nichole Murry

Chief Budget Officer

Project Role: Conducts budget analysis and ensures recommendations are financially viable and align with the university’s fiscal goals.

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Deidre Melton

Deputy Chief Operating Officer & Associate Vice President of Enterprise Risk Management

Project Role: Facilitates collaboration between internal teams and external partners, providing day-to-day project management and oversight.

 

 

 

External Partner: Silver and Associates

 

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Florida A&M University is proud to partner with Silver and Associates, a consulting firm with extensive experience in resource optimization and higher education administration.

Their Role:

  • Conducting in-depth assessments of administrative structures, budgets, and resource use.
  • Providing best-practice recommendations for aligning resources with strategic priorities.
  • Supporting the development of an implementation roadmap to ensure the long-term success of the initiative.

Collaboration in Action

Together, this team brings a unique blend of institutional knowledge and external expertise, ensuring that every aspect of the Resource Optimization Initiative is approached thoughtfully and strategically. Their shared vision is to position FAMU as a leader in operational efficiency, academic excellence, and financial sustainability.

 

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Contact Us

Office of the Chief Operating Officer

Lee Hall
1601 S Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Tallahassee, Florida 32307
P:
(850) 599-3000
E:
officeofthecoo@famu.edu