Tony brings a dynamic background in education, nonprofit leadership, partnership development, and community engagement to his role as the Assistant Director of Niner Finance. He holds a Master of Science in Management from Indiana Wesleyan University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Xavier University. He is passionate about managing and expanding our campus and community partnerships and strengthening the UNC Charlotte footprint across the region. His career includes leadership roles with Sugar Creek Charter High School, Right Moves for Youth, and the Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club—organizations where he consistently championed growth through impactful programming and cross-sector partnerships. He is a passionate public speaker, community liaison, and recipient of the Charlotte Ledger “40 Over 40” award, for exercising strategic vision and leadership. Tony is poised to “advocate for student success and retention, while promoting student wellbeing.”