Cross brings his expertise in leadership and higher education innovation to his teaching and administrative roles. Previously, Ted was the Deputy Chief of Staff at EdPlus and a University Innovation Fellow in the Office of University initiatives (a Special Projects Unit of the Office of the President). Before coming to ASU Ted worked in a variety of faculty and leadership positions at Grand Canyon University. Cross holds a bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University, an MA from Arizona State University, an MSed from The University of Pennsylvania, a doctorate from Pepperdine University, and a Post Graduate Certificate from The Wharton School of Business.