Leadership


Gwynedd Mercy University's leadership team takes pride in serving our students, faculty, staff and entire GMercyU community. Overseen by the Board of Trustees, we supervise academics, operations, and long-range planning of GMercyU. 

Jeff Breese

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Jeffrey R. Breese, PhD

Jim Gallo, EdD

Vice President for Mission, Planning, & Effectiveness
Jim Gallo, EdD

Heather L. Meier, CPA 

Vice President for Finance and Chief Financial Officer
Heather L. Meier, CPA 

Christina Riso

Vice President for University Advancement
and Chief Advancement Officer

Christina Riso, JD

Kelly Statmore, MEd

Vice President for Marketing and Enrollment Management
Kelly Statmore, MEd

Joshua Stern, MSEd

Vice President for Student Services and Dean of Students
Joshua Stern, MSEd

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Chief Operating Officer
James Trusdell, MBA