Executives in Residence Program

Master’s students at the Fowler College of Business (FCB) have a unique opportunity to connect with and learn from top senior business executives in the San Diego area through the exclusive Executives in Residence (EIR) program. FCB is committed to preparing its graduate students to face the dynamic challenges of the business world by hosting impactful events aimed at inspiring and empowering San Diego’s future business leaders.

Jessica Grounds

CEO, Corporate Directors Forum
Nasdaq Center for Board Excellence
Co-founder, Mine the Gap
Co-founder, Running Start
Adjunct Professor, Pepperdine University
Speakers Bureau, U.S. Dept. of State

Scott Drury

Retired CEO, SoCal Gas
Past President, SDG&E
Board, American Gas Association
Deans Advisory Board, Fowler College
Advisory Council, Alzheimer’s San Diego
SDSU MBA Alumnus

Upcoming Events

Fall Semester
Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025
Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center

Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025
Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center

Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025
Page Pavilion

Past Events

Kristen Blum, Terri Funk Graham, and Karen McGinnis

Fowler EIR program students gained insights into the role of an Independent Board Director from three inspiring C-level trailblazers, each with a unique path to corporate success. The panel covered topics from thinking and communicating like an executive, to the importance of networking, and overcoming imposter syndrome. Afterwards, students had the chance to ask additional questions one-on-one during executive office hours.

We would like to thank our past outstanding Executives in Residence

Terri Funk Graham

2024-2025 Executive in Residence
FCB Dean’s Advisory Board
Sprouts Board Director
Lumber Liquidators Board Director
Former CMO, FTD Companies
Former CMO, Jack in the Box

Dan Skiles

2024-2025 Executive in Residence
FCB Dean’s Advisory Board
President of Shareholders Service Group
Former VP, The Charles Schwab Corporation
Former VP, TD Waterhouse