Strategic Plan

Welcome to Our North Star!

We are setting a bold course for the future, one rooted in supporting the growth agenda, maximizing efficiency and effectiveness, and a shared commitment to collective success. It isn't only about what we do, it's how we work together to navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and create lasting impact for the university.

It leads to our A&F North Star: Our Pathway To Yes, Together!

Our North Star includes our big shifts:

  • From "the way it has always been done" to "out-of-the-box thinking" – Exploring our learn by doing philosophy to try new approaches. Measured by an efficiency & effectiveness scorecard.
  • From "everything, everywhere, all at once" to "intentional prioritization and successful completion" – Focusing on what truly matters. Measured by understood priorities & success criteria.
  • From "working in silos" to "succeeding together" – Involving others early, avoiding surprises, and holding one another accountable. Measured by stories of collective wins.

These shifts define how we work together, make decisions, and achieve results.

Our goals reflect a commitment to advancing the growth agenda, driving operational excellence, ensuring financial stewardship, and enhancing the experience for those we serve.

This journey is a collective effort. Each of us has a role to play in embracing possibility and finding pathways to "yes." Our customers should feel that we are in the boat with them, partnering to chart the way forward.

Let's continue to move forward with purpose, push boundaries, and create lasting success together.

I'm truly excited to be on this journey with you all!


Allison Baird-James

SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE

A&F North Star

A&F North Star

Top A&F Goals

  • Support the Growth Agenda

  • Support the Integration Agenda

  • Create Alternative Revenue Streams

  • Expand Technology Modernization

  • Create a Holistic Events Experience

  • Optimize & Streamline A&F Operations

  • Establish a Framework for Resource Allocation

  • Support A&F Workforce Development and Engagement

  • Improve Internal/External A&F Collaboration and Communication

Vision, Mission & Values

Our Vision

A vibrant Cal Poly community where every student, faculty and staff member is equipped to thrive.

Our Mission

Drive Cal Poly's success through operational expertise and strategic innovation.

Our Values

We put SERVICE into action.

  • Strategic
  • Ethical
  • Results-Driven
  • Visionary
  • Inclusive
  • Collaborative
  • Empowering

Our vision guides our strategy. Our mission directs our priorities. And our core values create a culture that enables us to deliver the highest level of service to our students, faculty and staff.