Chief of Staff

Members of the Executive Operations team work on behalf of the Executive Senior Vice Chancellor (ESVC) to advance the Priorities of Pitt Finance and Operations, connecting strategic initiatives with responsibility centers across the University. They facilitate the internal and external responsibilities for the ESVC, driving efficient and effective organizational policy, practice, and projects in F&O. The team leads finance, human resources, administrative services, and stakeholder management and communications for the ESVC—aligning goals and tactics with the University's mission.

Chief of Staff Team

Rebecca RoadmanChief of Staffrmr35@pitt.edu
Emily BellSenior HR Directorejb59@pitt.edu
Allie CostlowCommunications Specialistmundy@pitt.edu 
Stacey CzerniewjewskiExecutive Director of Administrationsczerniejewski@cfo.pitt.edu
D'rese DespertExecutive Assistantdnd27@pitt.edu
Zach HarrisBusiness Managerzah46@pitt.edu
Julie LaBarExecutive Director of Marketing and Communicationsjll163@pitt.edu
Gretchen LinsenbiglerSenior Executive Administratorgrl32@pitt.edu
Melanie LippertCommunications Specialistmel284@pitt.edu
Katrina LoweAdministrative Assistantktl18@pitt.edu
Christine SolieSenior Communications Directorcsolie@cfo.pitt.edu
Laura ZulloExecutive Director of Administrationlwzfm1@pitt.edu