Franklin’s Executive Leadership Team

Marv Briskey joined Franklin University as Chief Financial Officer in 2006. Dr. Briskey serves as the Senior Vice President & Chief Financial and Investment Officer. Under his leadership, the Chief Financial and Investments Office focuses on providing both strategic and programmatic support to the University. The Chief Financial Officer establishes and communicates fiscal oversight for $127 million in net assets and a $123 million investment pool. The CFIO Team reviews and establishes internal control procedures to safeguard financial and human capital assets. Dr. Briskey holds a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Economics from Hillsdale College, a Master of Business Administration in International Finance from Capital University, and a Doctor of Business Administration from Baker College. Additionally, Marv serves as the President of the Ohio Association of College & University Business Officers (OACUBO), Treasurer of Junior Achievement of Central Ohio, and on other investment advisory boards. 

In her role as Franklin University’s Chief of Staff and Senior Vice President for Administration, Christi Cabungcal is a member of the president’s cabinet and key administrative leader. She works to support the achievement of organizational goals by aligning Franklin’s human capital and infrastructure strategies, along with overseeing the Office of Community Relations, with the University’s mission and strategic plan. Christi also provides leadership for Franklin’s Marketing Department and spearheads strategic initiatives to promote and enhance the organization’s brand and outreach. In her role, Christi partners with university leadership to promote a culture of collaboration, empowerment, and achievement. Christi earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology as well as an MBA from Otterbein College. Christi served on the Board of Directors for Goodwill Columbus for nine years and continues to be a strong supporter of their work.

Bill Chan is the current Senior Vice President of Strategic Alliances for Franklin University, where he has helped to build and expand the University’s national reach through community college and corporate partnerships since 2002. Bill has been vital to the growth of the university’s Community College Alliance program, where his team has spearheaded the establishment of over 130 community college partnerships across the United States. He has also been instrumental in the establishment of Franklin’s workforce development initiative, FranklinWORKS, which has grown to over 120 partners with Fortune 500 companies, organizations and non-profits. His partners centric focus and creative mindset has developed innovative transfer products such as Pathway Portal for community colleges and no-out of pocket programs such as U-Learn and Earn + Learn for corporate partners. Bill earned his MBA at Franklin University, his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Hiram College, and a Bachelor of Science in Communications from Kent State University.

Godfrey Mendes serves as the Senior Vice President for Global Programs and Strategic Initiatives at Franklin University, where he leads the expansion of the university’s global educational outreach. In this role, he has guided the development of international partnerships and negotiated agreements that have broadened access to online and hybrid learning opportunities, fostering greater global engagement among faculty and students. Dr. Mendes holds a Doctor of Engineering in Cybersecurity Analytics from The George Washington University, a Ph.D. in Organizational Management and International Business from Capella University, a Master of Science in Management from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, a Master of Business Administration from Webster University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Management from Warner University.

Lynnette Rouzer, Ph.D., serves as the Senior Vice President of Student Affairs & Enrollment Management at Franklin University, bringing over 30 years of experience in higher education. She leads the university’s student-facing operations spanning enrollment management, financial aid, and student affairs. Known for turning strategy into measurable results, Dr. Rouzer partners closely with university leaders to align policy, process, and technology around student success. Her teams deliver high-quality services at scale, improving conversion while advancing access, retention, and completion. An advocate for continuous improvement, she leads efforts to simplify student pathways, strengthen advising and support, and modernize operations. Dr. Rouzer earned her B.S. and M.Ed. from Ohio University and her Ph.D. in Leadership in Higher Education from Capella University.

Richard G. Sunderman serves as Sr. Vice President, Information Services and Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Franklin University. Sunderman joined Franklin University as CIO In July 2011, bringing over 25 years of experience in technology management. In this role, he is responsible for the university’s Information Technology, Institutional Effectiveness (IE), Financial Aid, and Registrar operations. Prior to joining the University in 2011, Sunderman provided technology consulting services with Dublin Technologies, and also served as Vice President, Information Systems at Qwest Communications. A graduate of the Ohio State University, Sunderman serves on the Operations Committee of Junior Achievement of Central Ohio.