Global Network and Strategic Initiatives
The Office of the Global Network and Strategic Initiatives is responsible for Northeastern’s growth strategy and scaling the global university system. The team works in alignment with Northeastern’s mission, anticipating and understanding audience needs and creating those opportunities throughout the world.

Senior vice president for Global Network
and strategic Initiatives
Mary Ludden
As the senior vice president for global network and strategic initiatives, Mary Ludden oversees the university’s system of global campuses across the U.S., U.K., and Canada.
Leadership and administration
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Chris Abayasinghe
Associate Vice President of Finance and Business Operations, Business Services -

Jennifer Brant-Gargan
Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer -

Robert Garrity
Senior Director of Global Initiatives, Regional Campuses -

Michele Grazulis
Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer -

Kathy Spiegelman
Vice President and Chief of Planning, Real Estate, and Facilities

