Hector Silva
About Hector Silva
Hector Silva is the Chief Business Officer for the School of Engineering at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN.
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Hector Silva currently holds the position of Chief Business Officer for the School of Engineering at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN.
Current Role at Vanderbilt University
Hector Silva began his role as Chief Business Officer for the School of Engineering at Vanderbilt University on January 1, 2017. In this position, he serves as a crucial member of both the Provost’s Finance Team and the Dean’s executive leadership team. Silva plays a pivotal role in bridging the School of Engineering with Vanderbilt University's administration and works closely with university leadership to enhance efficiency, strengthen financial management, and align business processes.
Previous Experience at University of Miami
Before joining Vanderbilt University, Hector Silva worked at the University of Miami as Executive Director from 2011 to 2016. During his five-year tenure at the University of Miami's Coral Gables Campus, he contributed significantly to the institution's administrative and operational frameworks.
Education and Expertise
Hector Silva studied at the University of Miami, where he completed an Undergraduate Degree in Health Sciences and a Master of Business Administration (MBA). His educational pursuits spanned from 1995 to 2001, lasting six years. Silva's academic background and professional training have equipped him with comprehensive expertise in financial management and business administration within academic settings.