Leadership Spotlight: Kevin Bush, Associate Director for Business and Finance

What advice would you give to someone aspiring to a managerial role?

I would recommend to anyone aspiring to be in a managerial role to work on developing strong relationships with co-workers and other managers/leaders. Take initiative on special projects, seek out opportunities for improvement, and be proactive with learning new tasks.

How do you measure success in your position?

Success is a blend of achieving goals, creating positive experiences, fostering growth, and maintaining well-being for the whole team.

How do you build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and partners?

Staying in contact and communicating frequently with stakeholders and partners is essential. Responding to questions or needs and addressing any concerns in a timely manner is also important. Listening to stakeholders and partners needs and responding accordingly builds trust and rapport over time. 

How do you maintain a work-life balance?

My work-life balance is different from many, as I work remotely from home. I am able to maintain a good work-life balance. I prioritize my work time during the day and ensure I take breaks during the day, including walking my two dogs at lunchtime. Taking time off to spend with family and friends is important.