Meet our exceptional team, a group of talented individuals dedicated to delivering excellence and innovation in everything we do.
Thao Do
Director of Shared Services Center
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
thaodo@umbc.edu
Director of the Center oversees all the operations team and makes sure the team carries out their responsibilities. In collaboration with Assistant Deans Prepares and Oversees the annual budget predation for the college and DOIT. Reviews and approved budget proposals Leads processes changes.
Business Operations Team (BOT)
The Business Operations Team (BOT) handles new hire onboarding for faculty, staff, GAs, TAs, and students as well as other Payroll functions, ex. salary adjustments, contract renewals, etc; Timesheet processing; Vendor payments; Procurements; and Travel/Misc Reimbursement Compliance standpoint.
Michelle Bobovych
Senior Specialist, BOT
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
Michelle supports the Division of Information Technology (DoIT) and several departments within the College of Engineering and Information Technology (COEIT) with their budgets, projections, and transaction approvals for travel reimbursements, purchases, and hiring.
Lyndsey Odd-Williams
Senior Specialist, BOT
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
loddw@umbc.edu
Lyndsey’s role is to manage payroll for the Division of Information
Technology, the Chemical, Biochemical, and Environmental Engineering
department, Information Systems, and other administrative units in the
College of Engineering and Information Technology and to perform
procurement activities for both divisions.
Cindy Lamothe
Business Services Specialist, BOT
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
Cindy’s role is to perform payroll and procurement activities for the Center for Women in Technology, Dean’s Office, Engineering and Computing Education Program, Information Systems Department/Flex, Mechanical Engineering Department, and our Shared Services Center.
Pamela Raley
Business Services Specialist, BOT
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202H
Pam’s role is to perform payroll and procurement activities for the Department of Chemical, Biochemical and Environmental Engineering, Division of Information Technology, and Mechanical Engineering Department.
Brandi Loftus
Business Services Specialist, BOT
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
Brandi’s role is to manage payroll for the Computer Science and Electrical
Engineering and Mechanical Engineering departments and perform
procurement activities for the College of Engineering and Information
Technology and the Division of Information Technology.
Hasani Glover
Business Services Specialist, BOT
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
Hasani’s role is to process payroll activities for the Department of
Mechanical Engineering and perform procurement activities for the Division
of Information Technology and the College of Engineering and Information
Technology.
Michael Hannemann
Business Services Specialist, BOT
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
Michael’s role is to process payroll activities for the Department of
Computer Science and Electrical Engineering and perform procurement
activities for the Division of Information Technology and the College of
Engineering and Information Technology.
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Our focus is on establishing a systematic and comprehensive approach to all aspects of business within the college. Collaborating with academic and administrative leaders, we develop realistic budgets and financial plans aligned with COEIT’s short and long-term strategies.
Dee Ann Drummey
Business Manager, FP&A
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
Dee Ann manages the FP&A team and oversees the financial planning and
analysis activities of the College of Engineering and Information
Technology and the Division of Information Technology. She directly
supports the Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering,
the COEIT Dean’s Office, and the COEIT Shared Services Center with all
their departmental account reconciliations, budgets, projections, and
transaction approvals.
Carlos Palomino
Specialist, FP&A
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
Carlos supports the Information Systems and IS Flex Departments, the
Chemical, Biochemical and Environmental Engineering Department, the
Micro-fabrication, Machining and Electronics Department, and the Center
for Women in Technology with financial planning and analysis, including all
departmental account reconciliations, budgets, projections, and transaction
approvals.
Claire Stokes
Specialist, FP&A
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
Claire supports the Division of Information Technology (DoIT), the
Mechanical Engineering Department, the Engineering & Computer
Education Program, and the Undergraduate Student Services Department
with financial planning and analysis, including all departmental account
reconciliations, budgets, projections, and transaction approvals.
Sponsored Research Team (SRT): Pre-Award Team
The Pre-Award team assists faculty with administrative and financial support from internal routing to Proposal Submission to sponsor. Supports with robust Budget and Budget justification; Guidance faculty through internal process and coordinates with parties to ensure timely submission.
Alex Swan
Specialist, SRT
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
aswan1@umbc.edu
As a Specialist on the Pre-Award team, Alex’s role is to provide pre-award support to COEIT faculty, including proposal development and routing services, specifically preparation of budgets, subawards, and adherence to proposal and regulatory requirements.
Jeanine Thomas
Specialist, SRT
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
Sponsored Research Team (SRT): Post-Award Team
The Post Award team support faculty from the time the Award is received until close-outs. Prepare reports, reconciles accounts, and project future spending. The team also reviews for Allowability and Financial compliance Rebudgets, No cost extension, and Project close out Financial report.
Lina Da Graca
Business Manager, SRT
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
Lina leads the Post-Award team, overseeing its operations and ensuring
the team’s success. In addition to her leadership role, she provides support
to COEIT faculty by managing monthly account reconciliations, effort
reporting, and overseeing the financial aspects of sponsored research
projects and individual faculty self-support projects, including startup,
revolving, and foundation accounts.
Karen Cartelli
Specialist, SRT
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
Karen provides vital support to COEIT faculty by managing post-award
financial operations. Her responsibilities include conducting monthly
account reconciliations, overseeing effort reporting, and managing the
financial aspects of sponsored research projects. Additionally, she handles
individual faculty self-support projects, such as startup, revolving, and
foundation accounts. With her strong commitment to customer service,
Karen ensures that faculty have the resources and guidance they need for
successful project management.
Melia Moss
Specialist, SRT
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
Melia is dedicated to supporting COEIT faculty by managing post-award
financial operations, including monthly account reconciliations, effort
reporting, and overseeing the financial aspects of sponsored research
projects and individual faculty self-support projects. These projects include
startup, revolving, and foundation accounts. With a strong background in
working with grants, Melia brings expertise to ensure efficient and
compliant management of financial resources.
Gloria Honeycutt
Specialist, SRT
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
Gloria plays a key role in supporting COEIT faculty by managing post-
award financial operations, including monthly account reconciliations, effort
reporting, and overseeing the financial aspects of sponsored research and
individual faculty self-support projects. These projects include startup,
revolving, and foundation accounts. With her strong background in
accounts payable and travel, Gloria is well-equipped to provide
comprehensive guidance on these topics.
Xheni Gjaci
Specialist, SRT
College of Engineering and Information Technology
Engineering 202
xgjaci@umbc.edu
Xheni provides essential support to COEIT faculty by managing post-award
financial operations, including monthly account reconciliations, effort
reporting, and overseeing the financial aspects of sponsored research and
individual faculty self-support projects, such as startup, revolving, and
foundation accounts. While she is new to the team, Xheni’s quick learning
abilities have allowed her to rapidly adapt and excel in managing grants,
ensuring effective financial oversight.