Jeff Cromarty

Enthusiast
DISC Type : i

Senior Vice President Operations at Thomas Jefferson University

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Overview

Jeff Cromarty is the Senior Vice President of Operations at Thomas Jefferson Universitys East Falls campus. An experienced higher education administrator with an Ed. D. from the University of Pennsylvania, he previously served as COO of Philadelphia University, guiding it through its merger with Jefferson. He is also the co-author of a book on team innovation.

Jeff is engaged with the local community, serving on the board of the East Falls Development Corporation, which focuses on economic revitalization and community development in the area surrounding the university.

He coined the term "Finalistasis" to describe the anxiety of replaying a final job interview while awaiting a decision.

Personality Overview

Amiable & Agreeable

Optimistic

Story Driven

They agree with others often, so exercise caution when relying on their word.  Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials. They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional.

Topics They Care About

Higher Ed Operations
His career is defined by senior operational roles, including COO and SVP, at multiple universities, focusing on campus administration and strategic execution.
University Mergers
As COO of Philadelphia University, he was a key leader during its complex and successful merger with Thomas Jefferson University.
Student-Centric Resources
He has recently spoken about the importance of new university facilities, like a capital markets lab, in helping students gain confidence and a competitive advantage.

Media Appearances

Jeff has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2018
Senior Vice President Operations at Thomas Jefferson University
VP for Administration, COO at Philadelphia University
1-2000 - 8-2001
Special Assistant to the President at University of Pennsylvania
4-1994 - 12-2000
Deputy Chief of Staff at Drew University
4-1987 - 4-1994
Administrator at Department of Environmental Protection

Education

2003 - 2005
Ed.D. from University of Pennsylvania
1989 - 1991
MGA from University of Pennsylvania

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Insights For Selling To Jeff

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Refer to interesting customer testimonials and stress on great customer experience
  • Ask them how their day is going or exchange some other pleasantries
  • Maintain high, positive energy and convey confidence

DONT's

  • Don’t be too formal with them, they trust informality more
  • Don’t push them for a direct ‘no’, take lack of ‘yes’ as ‘no’ after some time
  • Don’t ask too many questions in one go, weave them into the flow

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jeff is

  • Relationship and rapport are valuable for them, but so is proven product value.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jeff

  • They probably won't say no directly.


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jeff move?

  • They are not the ones to make fast decisions, even while they stay committed.
  • Can Jeff take some risk or not?

  • They can take some low-probability risks if needed.

You And Jeff

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