Leadership
Senior Vice President for Advancement
The Advancement Division is lead by Charlie Phlegar, senior vice president for Advancement. In this role, Phlegar is tasked with securing resources that will enhance the academic quality of the institution; promoting public understanding of and support for Virginia Tech; enhancing the perception and knowledge of various publics of the university's programs and accomplishments; and creating a positive public impression of the university and its faculty, students, and programs.
Phlegar is a Blacksburg native and a two time Hokie alumnus. He returned to Virginia Tech in 2015 to lead the Advancement Division.
Advancement Executive Leadership Team
Rhonda Arsenault
Senior Associate Vice President for Advancement and Chief Operating Officer
540-231-2833
Kristie Caddick
Chief of Staff to the Senior Vice President
540-231-2120
Mark Owczarski
Interim Vice President for Communications and Marketing
540-231-5396
Brandy Salmon
Associate Vice President for Innovation and Partnerships
540-231-7860
Monecia Taylor
Vice President for Advancement
540-231-2809
John Torget
Associate Vice President for Engagement
540-231-2966