Faculty & Staff
Meet the dedicated educators, staff, and industry professionals who work together to support students’ growth and success.
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"CME faculty and staff are here to teach and to truly know their students. They’re incredible educators who push students to excel because they care deeply about their growth. And students feel that in the way they’re supported and welcomed every day."
Dr. Casey Cockrell Stuart, Associate Director of Academic Programs
The People Who Power CME
Our facilities may be state-of-the-art, but it's the people who bring the CME experience to life.
The Haley Barbour Center for Manufacturing Excellence is powered by a team of faculty, staff, and industry professionals who combine deep expertise with an unwavering commitment to student success. From seasoned engineers and business leaders to technical support staff and facility specialists, every member of our team brings real-world experience and a shared belief in the potential of our students.
CME’s open-door culture starts here. Whether teaching in the classroom, coaching on the factory floor, or simply offering advice and encouragement, our team works closely with students every step of the way, building a learning environment that’s personal, practical, and purpose-driven.
Meet the CME Team
Scott Kilpatrick
- Executive Director of the Center for Manufacturing Excellence
Tyler Biggs
- Associate Director, External Operations of the Center for Manufacturing Excellence
Jimmy Palmer
- Information Technology Coordinator
Rochelle Southern
- Administrative Assistant
Jennifer Eastland
- Operations Manager
Casey Stuart
- Associate Director Academic Programs and Instructional Assistant Professor of the Center for Manufacturing Excellence
Liz Shirley
- Admissions Counselor
Faculty & Instructional Team
Find faculty contact details, office hours, and areas of expertise in this directory. Use it as a resource to connect with professors and access the support you need throughout your time at CME.
Eddie Carr
- Professor of Practice and Extension Services Program Director
Mike Gill
- Professor of Practice of Chemical Engineering, Center for Manufacturing Excellence
Jeremy Griffin
- Associate Professor of Accountancy
Eugene Paik
- Assistant Professor of Management
Denise Theobald
- Instructional Associate Professor of the Center for Manufacturing Excellence
Ellis Bledsoe
- Professor of Practice of the Center for Manufacturing Excellence
Joanna Harrelson
- Associate Professor of Practice
Manufacturing Floor & Makers Space Technical Support
Access staff contact information to connect with the professionals who keep CME operations running smoothly and support student services.
Mark McAnally
- Manufacturing Lab Manager
Richard Hairston
- Manufacturing Technician
Ethan Lindsay
- Manufacturing Technician
Facility Team
Linda Quarles
- Custodian II
Tressie Johnson
- Custodian