Marlene A. Lopez
Program Coordinator
Wendy Gillespie Center for Advancing Global Business, Center of International Business Education and Research
SDSU
Primary Email: [email protected]
Phone/Fax
Primary Phone: 619-594-8599
Building/Location
Student Services East - 3356
Bio
Passionate about fostering global business education and innovation, Marlene A. Lopez serves as the Program Coordinator for the Wendy Gillespie Center for Advancing Global Business and the Center for International Business Education and Research at San Diego State University’s Fowler College of Business. With a strong background in administration, management, and higher education, she plays a vital role in driving impactful initiatives that connect students, faculty, and industry leaders.
Previously, Marlene made her mark as the Center Coordinator for The Corky McMillin Center for Real Estate, the Wendy Gillespie Center for Advancing Global Business, and the Fowler Scholars program. Her ability to streamline operations, foster collaboration, and enhance program effectiveness contributed
to the continued success of these centers.
Her expertise extends beyond academia. Before joining SDSU, Marlene played a pivotal role in transforming Quetzal Landscapes, Inc., a landscape contracting company, where she spearheaded its entity transition and organizational restructuring. By implementing new operating systems, procedures, and audits, she directly contributed to the company’s growth and revenue increase.
With a decade of experience as Office Coordinator for the University of Redlands San Diego Campus, Marlene seamlessly managed daily campus operations, supported admissions, worked closely with faculty, and oversaw events and course scheduling—ensuring a dynamic and engaging learning
environment for students.
A proud advocate for global business education, Marlene is bilingual in Spanish and holds an MBA with a concentration in Location Analytics and a Bachelor of Science in Business from the University of Redlands School of Business and Society. She expanded her international perspective through study
abroad programs in Italy, Germany, Greece, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Slovenia, immersing herself in diverse business cultures and economies.
With a collaborative mindset and a passion for innovation, Marlene is dedicated to advancing the mission of the centers she supports, empowering students, and building bridges between academia and the global business community.