Robin D. Anderson, dean of the Pamplin School of Business and Franz Endowed Professor of Entrepreneurship, has announced his retirement, effective June 30, 2020. Anderson has served the University of Portland with distinction since 1998 after a successful career in business, entrepreneurship, and education leadership. Joining UP as the Robert W. Franz Chair for Entrepreneurship, he created the University’s distinguished Entrepreneur Scholars Program. He also founded the Franz Center for Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation, which has received the NASDAQ Center of Excellence Award and continues to be recognized as a leading academic center.Anderson was named dean of the Pamplin School in 2006, and he championed experiential learning, optimized the structure and organization of the School of Business, and strengthened the School’s ties with alumni and industry partners around the world. He has expanded the School’s academic offering through the creation of new disciplines, specializations, and certificate programs. He leaves behind a tremendous legacy of professional achievement and personal devotion to UP.
Political science professor Gary Malecha will serve as Interim Dean of the Pamplin School of Business until a permanent successor is named. The University will commence a search for the new Pamplin Dean in the late summer or early fall.
Please wish Robin, his wife Jean, and his family a retirement filled with the satisfaction of a job well done.
The Pamplin School of Business is proud to present the 2nd annual Women in Business Showcase on Wednesday, March 11, at 4 p.m., at the Portland Art Museum. The program shares the stories of C-level female professionals and how they rose to the top. What are their personal stories? How can we learn from their journey?
The Women in Leadership Forum welcomes Katie Hughes, executive director of Girls Build, on Tuesday, February 25, at 6 p.m., in Franz 120. All faculty, staff, and students are welcome to hear Katie’s story of leadership. The Women in Leadership Forum connects the UP community with dynamic women who are leaders in the greater Portland community. The Forum is a place for sharing stories, building connections, and supporting the development of women in leadership.
Join the Pamplin School of Business on Wednesday, January 22, at 5 p.m., in Franz Hall room 426 for the first Learning Lab of the year. Shari Dunn (executive director of Dress of Success Oregon and UP adjunct instructor) will lead you through her process of change. Learning Labs are free two-hour workshop sessions that deep dive into an area of leadership and management.
The Pamplin School of Business will present a learning lab, “Culture vs. Climate in the Workplace,” on Wednesday November 6, 2019, 5-7 p.m., in Franz 426. Led by Cyreena Boston Ashby of Public Hilltop Solutions, this session will examine the complexity of organizational culture and organizational climate. As a session that is ideal for HR professionals, mangers, and executive leaders, this learning lab will benefit anyone interested in strategic planning, change management, organizational design, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. 
The Pamplin School of Business is pleased to present its 4th annual Operations & Technology Symposium on Thursday, October 24, from 4-7 p.m., featuring keynote speaker Ben Berry, EVP & CIO of the Bonneville Power Administration. This annual event congregates thought-leaders in the operations and technology management field space to spotlight the latest trends, initiate dialogue, and network with fellow professionals. All attendees receive a digital badge; networking reception also included with hosted hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Free for staff, faculty, and students with code: uppamplin.
The Pamplin School of Business has a new and exciting series named Learning Labs, free 2-hour workshop sessions that deep dive into an area of leadership and management. The first will take place on Wednesday, October 2, from 5 to 7 p.m., in Franz 426. In this session, adjunct instructor Liz Lockhart will share a simple framework for identifying, navigating, and leading change. In short, this is a change management workshop for the non-change manager. To register, please use 
The Women in Leadership Forum welcomes UP mathematics professor and STEM Center director Stephanie Salomon on Tuesday, September 10, at 6 p.m., in Franz Hall room 120. The Women in Leadership Forum connects students, faculty, and staff with dynamic women who are leaders in the Portland community. The Forum is a place for sharing stories, building connections, and supporting the development of women in leadership. Salomone will share her experiences as a woman leader in STEM and academia, as well as insights she’s gained around inclusion, equity, and mentorship.
The Pamplin School of Business Education series presents “Wine, Beer & Spirits” on Wednesday, July 24, 4-6 p.m., at the Gallery at Cerulean. Join us to learn about the latest trends from experts including Kevin O’Brien ’04, senior vice president, Zepponi & Co.; Steve Waters ’10, CEO of Backwoods Brewing; Jessie Sheeran, brand manager of SakéOne; Ryan Magarian, co-founder of Aviation American Gin; and Tammy Miller, owner of Cerulean Winery. Business professor Sam Holloway will serve as emcee. Admission includes tastings and appetizers. For complimentary tickets, UP faculty and staff can use promo code “Pamplin.”