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Faculty Biographies


The faculty at Globe University/Minnesota School of Business-Minneapolis are experienced and enthusiastic about sharing their expertise with students. Take a look at some profiles of our instructors, or call us toll-free at 1-877-303-6060. 

Nancy Guthrie - Business

Nancy GuthrieEducation:
Master’s degree in Adult Education, University of Minnesota, 1999

Work Experience 
Director of Human Resources, Global Capacity, Inc., MN, 2006-2007
Director of Organizational Development, Computer Network Technology, Plymouth, MN, 1997-2006
Vice President, National Sales, McGraw-Hill Publishing, 1994-1997
Vice President and Regional Manager, Dun& Bradstreet, 1988-1994

Licensed Practitioner Insights Learning and Development, 2003-present

"My courses will offer you a better appreciation of your skills and competencies, as they apply to “real world” business scenarios. My vast experience in corporate America, in the senior management ranks, will bring an interesting perspective to the classroom. "

Pat Lawton - Communications and Humanities

 Pat LawsonEducation:

B.A. Gustavus Adolphus College

M.A. Bethel University

M.B.A. Augsburg College

Learning, to me, is not something that stops when you walk out of the classroom. I hope to inspire students to develop a passion for life-long learning by making what you learn in class applicable to real life.

"A mind once stretched by a new idea never regains its original dimensions." --Oliver Wendell Holmes

Diane Maki, MBA, PhD

Graduate Program Coordinator

Diane Maki is an education and consultant in training and development, change management, leadership skills and marketing. She has a passion for guiding others’ development and helping them reach their full potential. With over 15 years of experience as a manager in the industry, plus teaching experience in marketing at Carlson School of Management, Diane brings a strong skill set to her teaching responsibilities at GU/MSB.

Education:

  • PhD, Human Resource Development (Training & Development), University of Minnesota
  • MBA, specialization in Management, University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN
  • BA, Spanish, St. Cloud State University, St. Cloud, MN