Meet the Team
Susan Whitaker
Director
Susan Whitaker is the Director at Xavier Leadership Center. Susan joined XLC in 2018 as an Associate Director with over twenty years of experience in prospecting, business capture, event management, and cultivating client relationships. Susan enjoys building internal and external partnerships for Xavier Leadership Center. She is focused on equipping companies and employees with skills that will directly impact their business and propel career goals. Prior to joining XLC, Susan was the Senior Account Executive for Coney Island working with companies of all sizes in planning their corporate events. Susan is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati with a BA in Communications.
Contact Susan:
513-745-3230
Michelle Debevec
Senior Associate Director of Sales
Michelle joined the team in November of 2018, after working with XLC as a consultant for several years through her marketing firm, Write and Market LLC. As an Associate Director, Michelle works with outside organizations to grow their people professionally and create cultural change. As long-term partners with these organizations, impactful and lasting programs are created.
Michelle has a passion for connecting people. Prior to this role, Michelle served as the Marketing Manager for XLC and continues to work with the team to tell the story of XLC. Michelle has a degree in Public Relations from the University of Dayton.
Contact Michelle:
(513) 745-2942
Layne Frederick
Associate Director of Sales
Layne Frederick is an Assistant Director of Operations at Xavier Leadership Center, managing the many Corporate University programs and day-to-day responsibilities of the Center. In addition, he spearheads the Center's data management, large-scale projects, and relationships with XLC facilitators. All of his efforts culminate in increasing the awareness of the Xavier Leadership Center and its programs, providing value to the business community in Cincinnati and beyond. Joining XLC in October of 2021, Layne received his bachelor’s degree in Communication Arts and Mathematics from Wilmington College.
Contact Layne:
513-745-1094
Ansley Sheridan
Assistant Director of Operations
As the Assistant Director of Operations at the Xavier Leadership Center, Ansley oversees the many Corporate University programs and the day-to-day functions of the Center. In this role, she leads the management of data, large-scale projects, and maintains strong relationships with XLC facilitators. A proud graduate of the University of Louisville, Ansley holds a degree in Spanish with a minor in Chinese Studies. Originally from Northern Kentucky, she now resides in Norwood, right in the heart of Xavier’s backyard.
Contact Ansley:
513-745-3211
Zach MacMillian
Sales and Social Media Manager
Zach MacMillian is the Sales and Social Media Manager at Xavier Leadership Center, supporting the sales staff to increase awareness of XLC, close sales, and deliver programs. Zach has a background in marketing and education. Zach has a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations from Xavier University.
Contact Zach:
513-745-3973
