The Research Financial Services office is dedicated to delivering outstanding customer service through compliance, transparency, and accountability in managing the University’s research funds. We uphold the highest standards of integrity while providing clear guidance and efficient financial management. By fostering collaboration and continuously improving our processes, we support the University’s research mission, empower innovation, and build trust with all stakeholders.

Contact Our Team

Mazen Barakat, MBA Assistant Vice President, Budget & Finance Division of Research & Innovation

Bethany Echartea Business Coordinator

Sponsored Programs Accounting & Fiscal Compliance

	Amanda Hatcher, MBA Director of Grant Accounting & Fiscal Compliance Sponsored Program Accounting		Thanh Truc “TT” Truong Grants and Contracts Accounting Manager
	Allysha Mason, MSA Senior Grant Accountant		Snigdha Pokharel, MiM Grant Accountant
	Yaa Adu-Wusu Grant Accountant
	Danielle Wheeler Research Financial Compliance Audit Manager		Tracie Crosswhite Senior Research Financial Compliance Analyst
	Lanee Vejsiri Senior Research Financial Compliance Analyst		Chinh Cao, CPA Senior Research Financial Compliance Analyst

DRI Budget & Finance

Sandy Price Research Budget Director

Research Business Solutions

	Greg Harris Associate Director, Research Business Solutions		Neethu Saseendrababu, M.Tech Business Intelligence Developer II
	Biruktawit Tadess, M.Phil Business Intelligence Developer		Rhys Remar Business Intelligence Developer