Michael Newsome
Senior Associate Vice President for Research
Virginia Commonwealth University
Michael Newsome brings over 40 years of experience in higher education finance and administration. As Associate Vice President for Research at Virginia Commonwealth University he oversees complex budgeting systems that support multidisciplinary research and academic initiatives across one of the nation's leading public research institutions.
Throughout his career, Mr. Newsome has provided strategic leadership in budget development, fiscal planning, and resource management, ensuring financial integrity and efficiency in support of institutional goals. His expertise lies in translating complex budget models into actionable insights that empower academic and administrative leaders to make informed, mission-driven decisions.
Mr. Newsome has a passion for mentoring and developing the next generation of higher education leaders. His presentation “Budget Systems in Higher Education for New and Aspiring Nurse Education Leaders” introduces nurse educators to essential budget concepts, fiscal decision-making frameworks, and strategies for aligning academic vision with institutional resources.
Mr. Newsome combines deep institutional experience with a genuine commitment to leadership development making his sessions both insightful and empowering for nurse educators seeking to enhance their administrative acumen.