Denise Sherman

Director Center for Management Development and Executive Education

Throughout her career, Denise Sherman has focused on developing talent into dedicated leaders, realigning programs, making organizations more efficient and engaging stakeholders.

Prior to her role as the executive director at The Kansas African American Museum (TKAAM), Sherman served as the director of Organizational Partnerships and director at the Center for Corporate Learning for Southwest College.  She also worked as the director of Workforce and Employer Services and Instructional Services at Wichita Area Technical College, now WSU Tech.

Denise has three master’s degrees in science organizational development from Friends University, a business administration and business management from Webster University.  Sherman received her bachelor’s degree in business administration from Wichita State University.

“Higher education is where my heart is,” said Sherman. “It’s a full circle moment for me to be able to work at the Barton School of Business, the same place where I started my higher learning journey.  I look forward to building the Center for Management Development and Executive Education as it grows and thrives for years to come.”

Denise’s direct line s 316-871-8002

Denise’s email is Denise.Sherman@wichita.edu

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Paula Mary Seiwert

Associate Director

Paula has been with CMD since January of 2011. Paula opens CMD programs in our classroom, and at customer facilities when our instructors go to conduct customized training, Paula coordinates the CMD Master schedule of classes and communicates with the instructors on their commitments. Paula is also responsible for the CMD web page and LinkedIn. If you receive a CMD brochure, it is Paula’s handiwork that put it together.

Paula is a graduate of Wichita State University with a BS in Business Administration and an MBA. With experience in banking and aircraft, Paula brings a Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma background to support the Operations Management side of CMD.

Paula was raised in Wichita, where her and her husband live on the west side.

Paula’s direct line is 316-519-1347

Paula’s email is Paula.Seiwert@wichita.edu

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Amy Lawrence

Administrative Specialist

Amy’s direct line is 316-978-5148

Amy’s email – Amy.Lawrence@wichita.edu

 

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Angel Dao

Events Coordinator

Angel was born and raised in Wichita, KS, and graduated from Wichita State University in 2023 with a Bachelor of Applied Arts. She obtained her Google Digital Marketing & E-Commerce Professional Certificate in 2024. During her time in college, Angel became the marketing chair and eventually the internal vice president for the Vietnamese Student Association.

 

Before joining the Center for Management Development, she interned at Pano Marketing, a local marketing agency, and gained insights on strategic planning, marketing campaigns, and content development. Her local and cultural involvement led her to Yuan Yuan Foods. As their Marketing Coordinator, Angel further developed her skillsets: branding and digital, social media, and product marketing.

 

Angel is excited to continue her career journey at the Barton School of Business and experience another aspect of what Wichita State University has to offer.

Angel’s direct line is 316-978-5149

Angel’s email – Angel.Dao@wichita.edu

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Aelyn Lynn

Student Assistant

Aelyn is attending Wichita State University with two areas of focus.

She is pursuing a Marketing degree with the Barton School of Business and is a member of the Army National Guard.

 

Thank you, Aelyn for your service!

Aelyn’s email – AAlynn@wichita.shockers.edu

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