Office of the VPIT-CIO & Project Management Office
As the Chief of Staff, Mashon Allen is vital in supporting the Vice President of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (VPIT-CIO). Equally important, she is the Director of the Project Management Office (PMO). Her responsibilities include guiding and supporting strategic initiatives, handling matters of institutional importance on behalf of the VPIT-CIO, and leading project managers and analysts in the PMO.
Mashon's commitment to the successful delivery of IT solutions is unwavering, backed by nearly 27 years of experience in various IT roles.
Mashon received a Master of Science in Engineering Management from Eastern Michigan University and is certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP). Her previous work experience covers a variety of industries, including e-commerce, higher education, professional services, and retail.
Mashon lives near the university with her husband and pets. Her greatest joy has been raising her daughters, who are now college graduates, spreading their wings in different parts of Michigan. She is an avid reader, gardener, and fiber arts enthusiast.