Our faculty are eager to share their expertise as well as their commitment to collaboration, innovation, and servant leadership through Concordia’s uncompromising Christian mission.
Elisabeth Bennett
Director - Master of Science in Leadership, Assistant Professor
Joey Bialkowski
Associate Professor
Phone: (734) 995-7379
Education
- EDD - Leadership Administration, Concordia University Chicago (2017)
- MBA - Sport Administration, Canisius College (2002)
- BS - Sport Management, Brock University (1999)
Daniel Chlebos
M.S.
Assistant Professor
Phone: (734) 995-7367
Bio
Worked for a police agency in Kenosha County, WI as Lt./Chief. Prof. Chlebos continues to train law enforcement officers and consult for attorneys. He teaches several of the law enforcement/pre-law classes and has two criminal justice related radio shows (ABC affiliate/iHeart Radio). He also is an expert witness in Federal Court.
Education
- MS - Criminal Justice - concentration in law, University of Wisconsin - Platteville (2005)
- BA - Human Resource Admin., Concordia College (now University) (1996)
- Business, Monroe Community College (1991)
- Executive Leadership, Cornell University (2015)
- Public Administrator, University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee (1982)
Research Interests
- Anything current/trending in law enforcement
Teaching Interests
- Intro to Law Enforcement
- Criminology
Meagan Dougherty
Assistant Professor
Office: Student Services - CUAA 132
Phone: (734) 995-7368
Education
- EDD - Organizational Leadership, Concordia Portland / Concordia Chicago (2022)
- MA - Higher Education Administration, State University of New York at Buffalo (2001)
- BA - Communications, University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill (1994)
Research Interests
- Translation of Skills/knowledge/Experience from Athletics and Leadership to Business
- Leadership in Business
Teaching Interests
- Leadership in Sport Business
- Sport Marketing & Promotions
Amber Gray
EdD, CPA, MSA
Assistant Dean - for Graduate Programs, Assistant Professor
Office: Student Services - CUAA 135
Phone: (734) 995-7315
Bio
Dr. Gray is currently the Director of the MBA, MS in Accountancy, and MS in Business Analytics programs. She is a CPA and has over 10 years of professional accounting experience, including both public and corporate accounting positions. She is the author of The Handy Accounting Answer Book and loves working with students in the classroom.
Education
- EDD - Leadership, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement, Concordia University Wisconsin (2021)
- MS - Accountancy, Western Michigan University (2003)
- BBA - Accountancy, Western Michigan University (2003)
Contributions
- Gray, A. (2021). "Changing workplaces: Emotional intelligence training more vital than ever in virtual work environments." ForwardHR. (vol. Spring 2021,pp. 15-16). Appleton, WI: Insight Publications. http://www.insigh...
- Gray, A. (2019). "The Handy Accounting Answer Book." No. (pp. 397). Canton, MI: Visible Ink Press.
- Gray, A. & Todaro, S. (2016). "Technology in the accounting classroom: Practitioner expectations and educator practices." No. (1 ed.,vol. 2,pp. 30-44). International Journal of Business and Applied Social Science. https://ijbassnet...
Presentations
- Gray, A. (2023). From Numbers to Insights: Building an Accounting Data Analytics Course. Oral Presentation. MICPA Spring Accounting Educators Conference. Ann Arbor, MI.
- Gray, A. (2023). Preparing to launch: CPA evolution blasts off . Oral Presentation. MICPA Spring Accounting Educators Conference. Ann Arbor, MI.
- Gray, A. & Todaro, S. (2023). Increasing analytics skills: One lesson at a time. Oral Presentation. 2023 Midwest Conference on the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. South Bend, IN.
- Dvorak, L., Gray, A., Holtan, S. & Johnson, B., (2023). Finding resiliency during the great resignation. Oral Presentation. Advancing Women in Leadership 2023 Conference. Elgin, IL.
- Gray, A. (2021). Gamifying the accounting classroom and gauging student progress with Kahoot. Oral Presentation. MICPA Spring Accounting Educators Conference. Virtual.
Research Interests
- Auditor Professional Skepticism
- Emotional Intelligence
Teaching Interests
- Managerial Accounting
- Accounting Data Analytics
Beth Heiss
Assistant Professor
Office: Student Services - CUAA 133
Phone: (734) 995-7388
Education
- MBA - Business , Wayne State University (2001)
- BBA - Business Management, Adrian College (1998)
Research Interests
- Neuromarketing
- Digitial Marketing
Teaching Interests
- Marketing Research
- Principles of Marketing
Oleg Ivanets
Ph.D.
Department Chair - Quantitative Business, Assistant Professor
Office: Student Services - CUAA SS134
Bio
I have 7 years of industry experience in private equity followed by 8 years of university teaching experience. My research interests are macroeconomics and monetary policy; financial stability; long-term investments and sustainable development.
Education
- Ph D - Economics, University of Hawaii at Manoa (2018)
- MS - Economic cybernetics, Shevchenko National University of Kyiv (2006)
Presentations
- Ivanets, O. (2022). A road to hell is paved with good intentions: an empirical investigation of the macroeconomic impact of mortgage loans using VAR. Case of Australia.. Oral Presentation. 97th WEAI (Western Economic Association International) Conference. Portland, Oregon.
Research Interests
- Financial stability
- Sustainable development
Teaching Interests
- Finance
- Economics
Kimberly Schave
PhD, CPA (Deaconess)
Assistant Professor
Office: Student Services - CUAA 130
Phone: (734) 995-7438
Bio
CPA with a background in public accounting, non-profit accounting, and higher education budget administration. Rostered Deaconess in the LCMS. U.S. Army Veteran (Military Police, Ohio Army National Guard).
Education
- Ph D - Organizational Leadership-Business Management, Eastern University (2018)
- MA - Theology (Deaconess Certification), Concordia Theological Seminary (2006)
- BBA - Accounting, University of Cincinnati (1993)
- Graduate Certificate in Business Management for Non-Profit Leaders, Washington University (2021)
Contributions
- Schave, K. (2014). Blessings and Curses in Malachi. In Sarah Hinlicky Wilson (Ed.), (Winter 2014 ed.). Delhi, NY: Lutheran Forum.
- Schave, K. (2012). "Vocational Boundaries – The Service of Women in the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod." In John T. Pless and Matthew Harrison (Ed.), Women Pastors?: The Ordination of Women in Biblical Lutheran Perspective. (3rd Edition ed.). St. Louis, MO: Concordia Publishing House.
Presentations
- Schave, K. (2021). Courage and Conviction in the Workplace. Oral Presentation. Courage for the Calling - Women's Leadership Institute, Concordia University Wisconsin. Virtual.
- Schave, K. (2016). Community Partnerships and the Mission of the Church. Oral Presentation. Best Practices for Ministry Conference. Phoenix, AZ.
- Schave, K. (2016). Identify, Understand and Intervene. Oral Presentation. Workshop on Domestic Violence and Child Abuse. St. Louis, MO.
- Schave, K. (2015). Neighborhood Renewal and Revitalization through Works of Mercy. Oral Presentation. In the World for Good: A National Urban Ministry Conference. Fort Wayne, IN.
- Schave, K. & Yetroy, H. (2013). The Relationship Between Leader Spirituality and Corporate Social Responsibility. Poster. 14th Annual ILA Global Conference. Denver, CO.
Research Interests
- Corporate Social Responsibility/Triple Bottom Line
- Financial Ethics
Teaching Interests
- Accounting
- Business Ethics
Adjunct Faculty
James D. Block
JD
Adjunct Professor
Phone: (989) 860-1253
Bio
After practicing law on a daily basis for over 7 years, I have concentrated in educational and personnel management, as well as teaching and course development. I have been designing and teaching business law, management, human resources, dispute resolution, administrative law, human resources, government, and public administration/program evaluation courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels for over 30 years.
Education
- JD - Law, University of Washington (1983)
- BA - History & Psychology, University of Michigan - Ann Arbor (1979)
Patrick G. Callaghan
PhD, SPHR
Adjunct Professor
Phone: (248) 875-6009
Bio
Dr. Callaghan is a Human Resources and Technology executive, and consultant. He is the President of HR Partners, Inc. a consulting firm specializing in executive placement, coaching, talent management, and organizational development. Dr. Callaghan earned a BA degree in Economics and Management from Albion College, a MA degree in Human Resources from Central Michigan, and a doctoral degree in Education, specializing in Instructional Technology
Education
- Ph D - Instructional Technology, Wayne State University (1996)
- MA - Human Resource Management, Central Michigan University (1982)
Research Interests
- Best practices in online education
Teaching Interests
- Human Resources
- Management
- Instructional Technology
Barbara Collister-Priestley
Adjunct Professor
Phone: (734) 646-3294
Bio
MBA with a concentration in marketing. Over 20 years in high-tech, most recently as a Director of Human Resources. 20 years as an instructor in higher education, over 10 years at CUAA/CUW.
Education
- MBA - Marketing, University of Santa Clara (1982)
- BA - Psychology/Sociology, California State University (1972)
Teaching Interests
- Economics
- Management
- Statistics
Sharon L. Douglas
CMA, MBA
Adjunct Professor
Phone: (734) 649-1760
Bio
I've had a long interesting career at General Motors serving as plant controller, internal auditor, and various supervisor and analyst positions. Since 2019 I shared practical experiences as a college instructor. Along the way I've been a grader of the CMA exam and precinct chairperson for elections. I serve Christ Our King in Saline, Michigan as organist and lead the Praise Team. My husband and I are blessed with 3 children and 4 grandkids.
Education
- MBA - Information Systems, Eastern Michigan University (1982)
- BBA - Accounting, Eastern Michigan University (1979)
Research Interests
- Effective delivery methods for online and remote teaching
Teaching Interests
- Practical application - to prepare students for success in a competitive field
- Engagement - reach students so they apply themselves to learning
- Systems thinking - impress on students to consider the whole scenario for decision-making
Alisha Greaves
M.S.
Adjunct Professor
Office: Student Services Building ss136
Phone: (734) 995-4810
Bio
Professor Greaves is a two time CUAA alumni and former student-athlete on the volleyball team. She currently serves the University as the Director of Career Engagement, Adjunct Faculty and Assistant Volleyball Coach. Professor Greaves is a dedicated Concordia Cardinal!
Education
- MS - Organizational Leadership and Administration, Concordia University Ann Arbor (2019)
- BS - Hospitality and Event Business, Concordia University Ann Arbor (2018)
Caroline Harris
Adjunct Professor
Phone: (734) 995-7406
Bio
Caroline Harris is a Graduate Business Program Manager at Concordia University where she serves as academic advisor for graduate business students, conducts market research on current trends within business education, and facilitates the hiring and training of graduate business faculty. Caroline graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Language, Literature, and Writing and earned a Master of Arts degree in Leadership and Liberal Studies.
Education
- MA - Leadership and Liberal Studies, Madonna University (2014)
Adam Hickman
Ph.D., MBA, MA, BA
Adjunct Professor
Phone: (330) 853-7559
Education
- Ph D - Organizational Behavior, Walden University (2019)
- MBA - Global Leadership, Walden University (2015)
Research Interests
- Manager development
- Remote work
- Employee engagement
Teaching Interests
- Management
- Leadership
- Organizational Development
Steven D. Schave
BS Eng, Executive MBA, MDiv, DMin
Adjunct Professor
Phone: (314) 707-7248
Bio
In my first career, I was a tech entrepreneur in business systems and e-business. At the seminary I went through a specialized program to be a church planter. After this, I was called to serve in the inner city and was a VP for the Ohio District. I then served the LCMS for 8 years as director of church planting / director of city mission. I am currently the CEO/Executive Director of LAMP Ministry which serves indigenous northern Canada.
Education
- D Min - Missions, CTSFW (2017)
- M Div - Missions, CTSFW (2006)
Contributions
- Schave, S. (2017). Mission Field: USA: A Resource for Church Planting. SC: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. https://www.amazo...
- Schave, S. (2015). My Night of Living Homeless. The Luthern Church-Missouri Synod. . https://resources...
Research Interests
- Information Technology
- Ethics
- Organizational Behavior
Teaching Interests
- Leadership
- Management
- E-Business / E-Commerce
Shelly Venema
BA, MS
Graduate Admissions Counselor, Adjunct Professor
Phone: (734) 995-7527
Bio
Shelly Venema taught 7th-12th grades for 30 years; taught Communications/Public Speaking, Debate, and English; and coached the Softball, Ethics, and Debate Teams. She enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, being outdoors, gardening, and reading. Shelly values relationships, robust discussions, life-long learning, and the success of others. She believes all people have something important to share.
Education
- MS - Master of Science in Educational Leadership, Concordia University Ann Arbor (2010)
- BA - Education: Communications and English, Hope College (1991)
Research Interests
- Using Clifton Strengths for Professional Development
- Early Childhood Education and the Environment
Teaching Interests
- Secondary Education
- Public Speaking and Communications
- Literature and Writing