Meet Our Staff

Dr. Jerri Grant has been with the University of North Texas (UNT) since March 2018, serving in multiple leadership roles focused on operational efficiency, compliance, and training. In her current role as Director of Business Operations Training and Compliance, she leads campus-wide initiatives that integrate leadership development, business process improvement, and compliance strategies to strengthen institutional performance.

Jerri applies compliance not only as a regulatory requirement but also as a strategic tool to streamline operations, standardize procedures, and enhance accountability. She oversees the development of integrated training systems and evaluation frameworks, while also advising senior leadership on change management, business process reengineering, and communication planning. Her work plays a key role in supporting UNT’s commitment to continuous improvement and organizational excellence.

Prior to joining UNT, Jerri founded and led a professional development firm in Dallas, where she advanced her expertise in leadership training and organizational development. She also held leadership positions in both higher education and the corporate sector, including roles at Fortune 500 companies such as IBM, Pitney Bowes, and American Airlines. Her diverse experience includes overseeing staff development, supporting audit engagements, and implementing large-scale training initiatives.

Jerri holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business from Texas A&M University–Commerce and both a Master of Science and Ph.D. in Learning Technologies and Business Leadership from the University of North Texas. She is a published author and certified in several industry-recognized tools, including Everything DiSC®, the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator®, and Franklin Covey® programs.

As the LMS Administrator and Learning Consultant, Ellen plays a pivotal role in supporting employee training initiatives by overseeing the management of the Learning Management System (LMS). She also contributes to the design, facilitation, and delivery of live training sessions, alongside the development and distribution of eLearning courses.

Ellen holds a Master’s degree in Psychology from Penn State University and brings a diverse background to her current role. Her experience includes positions as a Training Specialist, HR Generalist, and IT Analyst. Ellen’s expertise in managing learning platforms enables her to align training strategies with organizational goals and deliver effective learning experiences.

As the Learning Data Specialist, Anthony is primarily responsible for the administration and coordination of assigned training programs and reports within the employee LMS. His role includes managing data statistics, overseeing learning programs, preparing training materials, troubleshooting issues, handling enrollment processes, and measuring outcomes for various agencies.

Anthony holds a Bachelor's degree in Integrative Studies from UNT, with a focus on Political Science, Counseling, and Non-Profit Studies. He is currently pursuing his Master's in Higher Education at UNT, further expanding his expertise in the field.

The Business Operations Training Team has a talented group of dedicated employees available to assist you with your  Bridge (Learning Management System) needs.  Our team can assist with troubleshooting, login issues, assist with creating eLearning modules, and assigning training to employees including faculty, and staff. We service UNT, UNT System, and UNT Dallas.

Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8 am – 5 pm. We observe the same closures as the University.