Meet the Team

Michelle is the assistant director of programs and partnerships at the Sanger Leadership Center at Michigan Ross. She has been a part of Sanger for seven years, serving previously as associate director and as marketing manager. Before coming to Ross, Michelle worked at the U-M Office of University Development for six years in marketing and events. She started her career as a market researcher and account manager for a metro-Detroit agency serving Fortune 100 clients.

Michelle is a firm believer that leadership is a skill, and she is a dedicated teacher and student of the subject. Her notable projects and accomplishments at Sanger have included creating the Center’s social media, brand strategy, and website; creating and directing the Center’s data strategy; and researching and executing the Michigan Ross Leader Endorsement, its leadership credential for graduate students.

Michelle has a Master of Arts in Higher Education from the U-M Marsal Family School of Education and a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Michigan-Dearborn. Outside of work, Michelle spends her time reading, gardening, watching Michigan basketball, and enjoying life with her husband, her daughter, and her dog, Cazzie.

Jeff Domagala is the managing director at the Sanger Leadership Center at the Stephen M. Ross School of Business. As managing director, he is responsible for the strategic oversight of transformative experiences, relationships with stakeholders, and the operations of the Center.

Prior to his directorship, he served as an associate director of the Sanger Leadership Center, managing a portfolio of programs and developed an internal team engagement strategy. Early in his career, Jeff served as the coordinator for leadership initiatives at Pace University in New York where he directed the operations of four multidimensional leadership programs and two leadership conferences. He also designed and taught a course on leadership development and social change.

At his core, he is an educator who cares deeply about transforming and empowering the people around him. Jeff is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC), trained by the Co-Active Training Institute, the most rigorous and respected coach training and certification in the industry (2021). He is also a credentialed Associate Certified Coach (ACC) and a member of the International Coaching Federation. He sits on the Alumni Board for Saginaw Valley State University, where he received his undergraduate degree. Jeff has previously served in volunteer capacities with LeaderShape and the Student Leadership Knowledge Community through NASPA. In 2020, he developed a course titled “Becoming a Self-Aware Leader” for Michigan’s Wolverine Pathways program.

Jeff holds a master’s degree in College Student Affairs Leadership from Grand Valley State University. He is an amateur nature photographer and enjoys camping, kayaking, and exploring new places with his family and friends.

Megan is the marketing manager for the Sanger Leadership Center. In her role, she oversees the Center’s brand strategy through the promotion of programs, events, and engagement with both internal and external audiences.

Prior to joining the Sanger team, Megan served in marketing roles at Aysling, Hearst Communications, and the University of Michigan’s Merit Network. During her time at Merit, she supported the Michigan Moonshot initiative by providing community leaders with the resources needed to expand broadband internet access across the state.

Megan holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Strategic Marketing from Davenport University. As a former collegiate hockey player, she loves to spend time at the ice rink and seeks out opportunities to skate, coach, and attend games whenever she can. In the warmer months, Megan enjoys camping, hiking, and exploring Ann Arbor with her husband and their English Springer Spaniel, Posie.

Erica serves as the associate director for integrative experiences at the Sanger Leadership Center at Michigan Ross. Her responsibilities include overseeing strategy and execution for student onboarding programs and curricular experiences at Ross, in addition to Sanger’s learning communities.

Before her associate director role, Erica served as a program coordinator with the Sanger Leadership Center, overseeing various flagship programs, and an events associate for the Office of University and Development Events at U-M.

Erica holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Grand Valley State University and is currently pursuing an MBA at Michigan Ross. She is a fitness enthusiast, an avid reader, and is mildly obsessed with her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Lily.

Rafael is a program coordinator at the Sanger Leadership Center. In this role, he gives comprehensive program support and coordination, orchestrating seamless execution through collaboration with esteemed thought leaders, faculty, students, and diverse stakeholders. His meticulous efforts ensure the delivery of impactful experiences across Sanger’s portfolio of programs, enriching the educational journey of both Ross students and the broader University of Michigan community.

Before joining Sanger, Rafael was a music teacher and a private lesson instructor. Rafael crafted and executed curricula tailored to students from varying academic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds with a focus on enhancing academic support, educational instruction, and community engagement, epitomizing his dedication to promoting a culture of collaboration, innovation, and deep reflection. Rafael’s expertise is not confined to the classroom; he flourished in a non-profit sports organization affiliated with the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, thriving in project management, overseeing day-to-day operations, and spearheading the development of e-learning courses and educational programs.

Hailing from Brazil, he graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Arizona with a bachelor’s degree in music. Furthering his education, he earned two master’s degrees in music performance and chamber music, coupled with a teaching certification from the University of Michigan’s School of Music, Theatre & Dance and Marsal Family School of Education. Beyond his professional pursuits, Rafael finds solace in nature, traveling, and playing sports. Rafael also serves as a Team Handball referee and has aspirations to take part in the upcoming LA 2028 Summer Olympic Games as a team handball official and volunteer.

Suzy Skrtic is a program specialist at the Sanger Leadership Center. In her role, she collaborates with her team, staff, and stakeholders to design and deliver meaningful leadership experiences to students at Ross and members of the University of Michigan community.

Prior to Ross and transitioning into higher education, Suzy was a learning specialist at a college preparatory high school in Chicago for several years. With her background in special education, she is passionate about finding creative and innovative ways to make learning accessible to all and is an advocate for equity and diversity in educational spaces.

Suzy completed her undergraduate studies at Boston University and has her Master of Arts in Teaching. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and dog, traveling to new places, cheering on the Buffalo Bills, and cozying up with a good book and a cup of coffee.