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Faculty Bios Dr. Norman Auspitz is an Adjunct Professor of Webster University and teaches in the Computer Resources program. He has a doctorate from the University of Waterloo with a BA from Drexel University and an MBA from McMaster University. For most of his professional career, Dr. Auspitz has held almost every position in Information Technology for a variety of corporations. In particular, he was in a number of technology and business related positions in Corporate Computer Services and Corporate Telecommunications with the GE Company. In his spare time, he is an avid cat fancier owning a prestigious cattery with his wife and also an Approved All Breed cat judge with the Cat Fanciers' Association, inc., the world's largest cat registry. Professor Tom Bennett teaches in the Business (Info Systems) and Computer Resources programs. He has a master’s degree from the University of Notre Dame and did post graduate work at the University of Maryland. In addition Professor Bennett is a graduate of the GE Financial Management Program and completed numerous GE management courses, including two at the GE Management Institute in Crotonville, NY. He has held a succession of management positions in Information Systems at GE Appliances, including department manager for GE Appliance Product Service systems and project manager for GE Appliances International systems. He received a National Science Foundation Fellowship to attend the University of Notre Dame and received several GE Managerial Awards. His primary avocation has been teaching. In addition to his classes at Webster, he has taught Interpersonal Skills for GE Managers, Facilitator Leadership courses, Leadership Focused Interviewing and Team Dynamic Leadership training courses for GE Appliance employees. He spends his spare time on the golf course and doing volunteer work at his church. Quote: “May the saddest day of your future be no worse than the happiest day of your past.” Dr. Brian Daly is the Director of Webster University and teaches in the Business (statistics) and Computer Resources programs. He has a doctorate from the University of Arkansas with a BA in English and MS in Education from Eastern Connecticut State University. For most of his professional career, Dr. Daly has been a research director for local, state, and regional organizations and was a National Malcolm Baldrige Quality Award examiner for the US Department of Commerce. He is a retired reserve Army officer with professional experiences and commands in the Military Police, Engineers, Signal Corps, and Artillery. He has owned several small businesses and consulting firms in Kentucky and has authored over 150 journal articles. In his spare time, he is a musician, photographer, and horseman. Quote: “I believe in the inherent worth and dignity of every person.” Professor Harry Hinkle teaches in the Management and MBA programs. He has a MBA and BA from the Bellarmine University. For most of his professional career, Professor Hinkle has held Human Resources positions in both small and Fortune 200 companies, and is currently a Human Resources Consultant. He is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources, and possesses additional certifications as a Federal Contract EEO Investigator, Zenger-Miller (Management/Supervisory Training), Development Dimension Institute (Interaction Management Training), and Specialty Trainer for Kentucky. Mr. Hinkle owns an employee testing business to assist employers in the hiring and development of employees. For hobbies, Mr. Hinkle dabbles in the art and science of handwriting analysis as a Certified Master Graphoanalystâ, and he enjoys traveling with his better half, Sue, whenever possible. Quote: “Tell me and I forget. Show me and I remember. Involve me and I understand.” (Chinese proverb) Professor Ronald Hess, CPA, CMA is the Corporate Controller for FireKing International (FKI), teaches Management, Business, and Finance courses, and serves as Webster’s faculty coordinator. He has an MBA from Indiana University, and an MA in management from Webster University. Additionally, he is a certified public accountant (CPA), and a certified management accountant (CMA). He has a varied financial career with a blend of local entrepreneurial and international fortune 500 companies. FKI sales have grown from $35M to over $100M during his tenure and he serves as a member of the FKI senior leadership team. His most memorable moments at Webster are the numerous times that former students have said how much his classes have impacted their careers and lives as well. This is the true gratification that comes from being involved with others and making a positive impact. Quote: “To teach is to touch lives, to reshape the future for others and yourself!” Dr. Francis Lonsway is an Adjunct Professor in Management and Leadership. He earned an undergraduate degree at the University of Dayton and graduate degrees (M.A. and Ph.D.) from the University of Minnesota in administration, higher education, and the psychology of learning. He also holds an undergraduate and graduate degrees in Theology. Dr. Lonsway served as the Co-Director of the merger of Bellarmine and Ursuline College, was awarded a U.S. Office of Education Fellowship, served as Assistant Executive Director of the American Association for Higher Education, and joined the professional staff of the graduate accrediting agency, The Association of Theological Schools, as a specialist in summative evaluation and research. Author of books and numerous journal articles, Dr. Lonsway also conducts seminars on research and evaluation throughout North America. He is currently completing a thirty-year study of the expectations of clergy and laity for beginning ministers in the churches of the United States and Canada. Dr. Lonsway is Vice-President of Education for the Board of the Louisville Orchestra and a member of its Executive Committee. Dr. Wayne Meaux, teaches in the MBA and MA degree programs ( Human Resource Development, Management and Management and Leadership concentrations. He has a doctorate from Spalding University with a MBA in Human Resource Development and MA in Management/Marketing from Webster University. Since completing a thirty-two year career with the General Electric Company, Dr. Meaux, who has a private practice as a success coach, has been a consultant, entrepreneur and speaker for various local, state, and national organizations. He has been recognized for his many efforts in the community service arena from the local (YMCA Adult Black Achiever), State (Volunteer of the Year nominee) and national level (Jack and Jill of America). In his spare time, he enjoys his family, exploring on the internet, sports including tennis, and his church activities. Quote: "Treat people as if they were what they should be, and you will help them become what they could be." Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Dr. Earl J. Motzer is the Chief Executive Officer of The James B. Haggin Memorial Hospital, Nursing Home and Home Health Agency in Harrodsburg, Kentucky. He has a bachelor's degree in psychology, one master's in economics and labor relations and a second one in hospital administration, and a doctorate in health services administration. Dr. Motzer has been in the health care field for 44 years and has been an adjunct professor for 34 years, teaching courses in business, human resources, health administration and health policy. Dr. Motzer represents the Kentucky Hospital Association membership for homeland security matters and routinely works with the FBI, the Kentucky Office of Homeland Security, the Kentucky Department for Public Health, and other state, regional and local organizations. Professor James Nesbit teaches in the Business and Management cores. He spent 37 years with General Electric Co. Major Appliance Business Group as General Manager, Marketing and Sales. While at General Electric James had job assignments in St. Louis Missouri, Louisville, Kentucky. New York City, Detroit, Michigan, Kansas City. Missouri, Los Angeles, California, and Saudi Arabia. Professor Nesbit is a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, completed his Masters work at Michigan University and Spalding University. He completed all requirements for a Doctoral Degree in Business Administration but has not submitted a dissertation. Professor Nesbit presently serves on the Board of three companies. He began teaching at Webster in 1990. Professor Rocco Pigneri teaches the Operations Management course in the MBA program. He has an MBA from the Harvard Business School and a BS in Construction Engineering from Iowa State University. Professor Pigneri’s professional career has concentrated on general management of high volume home building companies with particular expertise in start-up and turn-around situations. His spare time is spent keeping up with the activities of a five children family and in playing the occasional round of golf. Professor Marilyn Preston, BS, MBA (Bellarmine University) and MA (Webster University), teaches Human Resources and Management and serves as the site’s senior student advisor. Professor Preston spent her professional career with GE Appliances, where her most recent position was leadership training program manager. Her responsibilities included designing and conducting leadership development training programs for GE employees, affiliates, customers, and suppliers in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Great Britain, and South Korea. Currently, she serves as a consultant providing programs in leadership training, organizational development, change processes, employee involvement, and productivity. Her background also includes methods and time standards, program management, compensation management, and staffing experience. She holds several professional certifications, including World at Work Certified Compensation Professional, Covey Seven Habits, Carlson DISC Personality Profiles, Franklin Covey Time Management, and Zenger-Miller Working and Front Line Supervision programs. Dr. Hope Zoeller Stith teaches in the Human Resources program. She has a doctorate from Spalding University with a BA from Bellarmine University and a ME from the University of Louisville. For over 13 years of her professional career, Dr. Stith worked at UPS in various roles including Customer Service, Training and Development, and Employee Relations. In March 2005, she joined Todd Arwood Performance Partners (TAPP) as Chief Training Officer where she helps organizations develop and enhance their human capital. In her spare time, she enjoys international travel, walking, and yoga. Quote: “Follow your passion.” Dr. Gary Steedly is a performance management consultant in the Kentuckianna area for the past 15 years. He has taught in the Human Resources and Management programs at Webster for the past 25 years. He has a Doctorate from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana with a BA and MA in psychology from the University of Louisville. Dr. Steedly has worked in the Human Resource Departments of Farm Credit Banks, Colgate Palmolive and Philip Morris USA before starting his own consulting service called Total Management Quality in 1990. He is a certified facilitator of the Seven Habits of Highly Effective People and also a certified Executive Coach by MHS systems in Emotional Intelligence using the EQ-i assessment tool. On a personal note, he has been married for 42 years to Judith a professional educator with two grown children Matt, and Katie who also have graduate degrees in Education. For fun, Gary plays bluegrass music on his 5-string banjo and harmonica and has completed the last 26 Kentucky Derby Mini-Marathons in a row. Quote: "To Live, to Love, to Learn and Leave a Legacy is my Vision." Mission & Goals |
