About Us

# Leadership at University of Phoenix

Our leadership integrates strategic vision with operational excellence. Together, these individuals help foster an environment that champions academic innovation and student success.

[Chris Lynne | President, University of Phoenix](/about/leadership/chris-lynne.html)

Steve Gross

Chief Marketing Officer

[Learn about Steve](/about/leadership/steve-gross.html)
Raghu Krishnaiah

Chief Operating Officer

[Learn about Raghu](/about/leadership/raghu-krishnaiah.html)
Srini Medi

Chief Legal Officer

[Learn about Srini](/about/leadership/srini-medi.html)
Cheryl Naumann

Chief Human Resources Officer

[Learn about Cheryl](/about/leadership/cheryl-naumann.html)
Eric Rizzo

Senior Vice President,  
Government Affairs

[Learn about Eric](/about/leadership/eric-rizzo.html)
Jamie Smith

Chief Information Officer

[Learn about Jamie](/about/leadership/jamie-smith.html)
Ruth Veloria

Chief Strategy and Customer Officer

[Learn about Ruth](/about/leadership/ruth-veloria.html)
Blair Westblom

Chief Financial Officer

[Learn about Blair](/about/leadership/blair-westblom.html)
John Woods, PhD

Chief Academic Officer and Provost

[Learn about John](/about/leadership/john-woods.html)
## Academic leadership

Our deans uphold the quality of our programs, support faculty and foster student success. They are pivotal in creating a nurturing academic environment that enhances learning and growth for every Phoenix.

[Meet the deans](/about/academic-leadership.html)