P-CARDS & PAYMENTS ON CAMPUS CONFERENCE

Misty Andrus began her career at Utah State University in 2010 in the Travel Office before moving into Accounts Payable, where she developed a strong understanding of the university's financial processes and campus operations. In 2013, she took over management of the university’s P-Card program and began working to expand and modernize the program across campus.

Over the years, Misty has focused on improving processes, strengthening training and compliance, and helping departments transition more purchases to card payments. By collaborating with campus leadership, IT teams, and business officers, she has helped grow the program into a valuable financial tool that increases efficiency while generating additional revenue for the university.

Today, Misty serves as Manager for the P-Card program while supporting Accounts Payable and Travel operations. She is passionate about creating practical solutions, improving service experiences for campus partners, and sharing strategies that help institutions get the most value from their payment programs.

Brinda Nirmal is a business analyst specializing in data-driven insights and process optimization. Currently at the University of Louisville, she focuses on enhancing procurement strategies, automating reports in Power BI, and integrating ERP systems. With a strong background in data analysis, dashboard development, and improving operational efficiency, Brinda leverages advanced analytics to drive business improvements.

Joe Weglarz began his tenure at Marist University over 30 years ago as College Bursar. In 1999, he was appointed Director of Financial Aid, and was promoted to Executive Director of Student Financial Services in 2006.

As Executive Director, he implemented a “one stop shop” approach by combining student billing, financial aid, and student employment operations. As Executive Director, he manages these operations for the University. Recently, Student Financial Services has expanded to include financial literacy and the student loan center.

In 2014 and 2024, Joe was selected to participate in Negotiated Rulemaking and was engaged in negotiations on the proposed regulatory language for the Department of Education.

He currently serves on the COHEAO Board of Directors as treasurer. In addition, he served as the Vice President of Finance for the Northeast Association of Student Employment Administrators (NEASEA), and was appointed President in 2014. He also served on the NACUBO Student Financial Services Counsel. He currently is on NYSFAAA Executive council as past treasurer.

He has presented at various national and regional conferences on regulatory issues, and student financial services topics, such as college affordability, financial aid and bursar operations.