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SoE Staff Spotlight: Cara Greaney, MIT CTL

Cara Greaney consistently steps in to support her team whenever needed, including outside of standard working hours, demonstrating exceptional commitment and reliability. She plays a critical role in ensuring the MMx program runs smoothly, particularly in the planning and delivery of key events.

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The quality of Cara’s work is consistently excellent, underpinned by strong strategic thinking and attention to detail. She goes beyond execution to add meaningful insight, strategic thinking, and improvement, delivering an enormous amount of value to the program and the wider team.

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Name:
Cara Greaney

Job Title:
Academic Programs Specialist, MITx MicroMasters Program in Supply Chain Management

Department, Lab, or Center:
MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics 

How long have you worked at MIT:
3+ years

In a few short sentences, describe your role and responsibilities at MIT:
As the Academic Programs Specialist for the MITx MicroMasters Program in Supply Chain Management, I support both the strategic and operational planning of the program. I am involved in all aspects of the learner experience, working closely with key stakeholders to help ensure the program runs smoothly and provides a high-quality, accessible learning experience. 

What is your favorite part of your job:
My favorite part of my role is contributing to our mission of democratizing supply chain management education by supporting and engaging with our global community, including our team, volunteers, and learners. 

Do you have any hobbies or interests you’d feel comfortable sharing:
Outside of work, I enjoy taking day trips to explore New England and practicing hot yoga.