Staff Type: Executive Team

TJ Bliss, Ph.D., is a passionate, trustworthy, and effective professional with a proven record of intuitive and insightful higher education and public leadership. He fosters… Continue Reading TJ Bliss

Angie Stallings was appointed Deputy Commissioner of Higher Education, effective October 7, 2024. She brings over two decades of experience in public education, with extensive… Continue Reading Angie Stallings

Nate Talley is the Deputy Commissioner and Chief Financial Officer for the Utah System of Higher Education. Prior to his tenure with USHE, Nate worked… Continue Reading Nate Talley

Hockett oversees Talent Ready Utah, a center legislatively created to represent the voice of industry in developing short-term and long-term workforce development strategies. Talent Ready… Continue Reading Vic Hockett

Melissa is the Executive Assistant to the Commissioner and Office Manager for USHE. With a background in administrative support and office management, she plays a pivotal… Continue Reading Melissa Van Hien

Alison Adams is the Utah Board of Higher Education’s General Counsel. She has devoted her career to public service and has previously served as Executive… Continue Reading Alison A. Adams

Taylor K. Adams joined USHE from Utah State University, where she served most recently as Assistant Vice President for Statewide Campuses. For the past 10 years,… Continue Reading Taylor K. Adams

Jefferson Moss is The Point’s Innovation District Project Director. In this capacity, he leads USHE’s involvement in the major economic development efforts at The Point.… Continue Reading Jefferson Moss

Katie Mazzie is a graduate of the University of Utah (MPA, BA History and Political Science) and currently serves as Associate Commissioner for Strategic Initiatives… Continue Reading Katie Mazzie

Brynn is the Executive Assistant to the Utah Board of Higher Education, where she efficiently organizes Board meetings and provides crucial support to the Board,… Continue Reading Brynn Fronk