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Michael Howze
Director
Contact Information:
Phone:(865) 974-3505
Email: mhowze1@utk.edu
Fax: (865) 974-7786
About:
Mike Howze filled the role of Director of Administration & Finance in October 2023. Before joining the team, he served as the Chief of Staff for Undergraduate Admissions at UT Knoxville. Michael brings more than 20 years of leadership and operational experience from across several industries where he’s managed budgets, human resources, independent schools, and diverse not-for-profit organizations.
Dave Stark
Budget Director
Contact Information:
Phone:(865) 974-3486
Email: rstark3@utk.edu
Fax: (865) 974-7786
About:
Dave Stark assumed the role of Budget Director at UT Facilities Services in March 2024. Prior to his tenure at UT, Dave served as a consultant specializing in financial processes and software implementation. In this capacity, he led teams in configuring planning, analysis, and reporting solutions for companies of various sizes. Dave holds a BS in Finance from the Wharton School (University of Pennsylvania) and possesses certifications in analytics and financial planning software applications. Outside of work, Dave and his wife share a passion for nature, often indulging in hiking trips to the national and state parks of East Tennessee.
The Administrtion & Finance Unit is made up of the Business Services Office, Central Supply Office and Warehouse, and Human Resource Services.
The Business Services Office is the central point of contact for all financial matters including fiscal policies, procedures, budgeting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and contract services. This office is also responsible for all Utilities payments across the Knoxville campus.
Contact: Richard Johnson (865) 974-7794
The Central Supply Office and Warehouse handles purchasing and warehousing functions for Facilities Services and consists of two sub-units (Central Supply Office and Central Supply Warehouse). The Central Supply Office Buyers Staff operate as an extension of the UT System Procurement Services Office while the warehouse houses special order and stock replenishment so our skilled team members can keep campus running.
Contact: Donnie Carden (865) 974-7734
The Human Resources Office provides information regarding human resource policies and procedures and serves as the central point of contact for all questions related to employee/employer matters.
Contact: Nikki Woolsey (865) 974-3176