Kevin Kemp, M.S., Vice President of Operations and CFO of Ebed-Melech University
Kevin Kemp, M.S. Vice President of Operations & CFO · Co-Founder · Ebed-Melech University
Office of Operations, Finance & Institutional Effectiveness

Mission Into Execution.

Kevin Kemp, M.S. · Vice President of Operations & CFO · Co-Founder
Ph.D. in Business Data Analytics · Final Dissertation Stage · Capitol Technology University
Faithful Stewardship · Order · Responsibility
“Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful.”
1 Corinthians 4:2 · Stewardship in service to the mission

The Office of Operations turns institutional vision into organized, accountable action. Kevin Kemp provides executive oversight of the University’s day-to-day operations, working across vice presidents, deans, faculty, staff, finance, technology, and institutional systems to keep EMU aligned, supported, and moving forward.

Operational Leadership University Execution Coordinating people, systems, priorities, and institutional workflows.
Financial Stewardship Finance & Accountability Supporting responsible budgeting, controls, payments, contracts, and sustainability.
Technology Infrastructure Digital Operations Strengthening platforms, learning systems, cybersecurity, and scalable technology.
Institutional Effectiveness Quality & Performance Aligning operations with academic quality, reporting, outcomes, and continuous improvement.
How The Office Serves EMU

Order Supports Mission.

“Let all things be done decently and in order.” 1 Corinthians 14:40

From vision to organized execution.

The President & Chancellor establishes the University’s long-term strategic, spiritual, and institutional direction. The Office of Operations helps translate that direction into the systems, workflows, financial practices, academic coordination, and operational accountability required for the University to function effectively.

Kevin works directly with vice presidents, deans, faculty, administrators, and staff to support execution across academic divisions and university operations. The goal is not bureaucracy for its own sake; it is to create the structure that allows faculty to teach, students to learn, leaders to lead, and EMU’s Great Commission mission to move forward with excellence.

Strategic Direction President & Chancellor Mission, vision, long-range strategy, institutional design.
Operational Leadership Office of Operations Execution, coordination, finance, technology, accountability.
Executive Leadership Vice Presidents Institutional divisions, initiatives, functional leadership.
Academic Leadership Deans Programs, academic divisions, curriculum, faculty support.
Academic Delivery Faculty & Staff Teaching, student support, feedback, academic engagement.
Explore The Office

Operational Leadership.

Open a section below to explore Kevin’s operational responsibilities, professional biography, academic and curriculum work, or the personal disciplines that shape his leadership.

University Operations Areas of Operational Oversight +
Day-To-Day University Leadership

Systems That Support Mission.

The Office of Operations works across administrative and academic functions to create coordinated execution, responsible stewardship, and reliable systems for a fully online university.

Operations

Executive Coordination

Coordinating priorities, workflows, leadership execution, and institutional operations across vice presidents, deans, faculty, and administrative teams.

Finance

Financial Stewardship

Supporting budgets, payment processes, financial controls, contracts, vendor relationships, and responsible use of University resources.

Technology

Digital Infrastructure

Overseeing and supporting technology-enabled operations, learning systems, platform coordination, cybersecurity, and scalable digital workflows.

Effectiveness

Institutional Performance

Strengthening reporting, operational standards, quality processes, institutional readiness, and continuous improvement across EMU.

About The Vice President Executive Biography +
Executive Biography

Kevin Kemp, M.S.

Kevin Kemp, M.S.
Co-Founder · Vice President of Operations & CFO
Ebed-Melech University

Ph.D. in Business Data Analytics · Final Dissertation Stage
Capitol Technology University

Kevin Kemp, M.S., serves as Co-Founder, Vice President of Operations, and Chief Financial Officer of Ebed-Melech University. He provides executive leadership for the University’s day-to-day operations and works across the leadership structure to translate institutional vision into organized, accountable execution.

His responsibilities span operational planning, financial stewardship, technology infrastructure, institutional systems, vendor and platform coordination, process improvement, and institutional effectiveness. He works closely with vice presidents, deans, faculty, and administrative personnel to ensure that academic and operational divisions are supported and aligned with EMU’s faith-based mission.

Kevin’s academic foundation is in technology. He earned both an associate degree and bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems from Parker University, followed by a Master of Science in Cybersecurity from Capitol Technology University.

He is currently in the final dissertation stage of a Ph.D. in Business Data Analytics at Capitol Technology University, reflecting his continuing focus on the intersection of data, technology, decision-making, organizational performance, and business strategy.

Kevin is also pursuing an MBA at the University of Houston–Clear Lake, further strengthening his preparation in finance, management, business strategy, and organizational leadership.

In addition to his executive work, Kevin has served as a professor and subject-matter expert for colleges, universities, and organizations. His teaching and curriculum work spans technology, cybersecurity, data science, cloud technologies, information systems, and related emerging fields.

He has contributed to course design, curriculum development, and workforce-aligned academic content, bringing technical subject expertise together with practical instructional design and real-world application. This academic work informs the way he approaches EMU’s technology systems, curriculum operations, faculty support, and institutional infrastructure.

As Co-Founder, Kevin’s role is grounded in stewardship. His focus is ensuring that the University’s mission is supported by the financial, technological, academic, and operational discipline required for responsible long-term growth.

Associate Degree
Computer Information Systems · Parker University
Bachelor’s Degree
Computer Information Systems · Parker University
M.S. · Cybersecurity
Capitol Technology University
Ph.D. · Business Data Analytics
Final Dissertation Stage · Capitol Technology University
MBA Studies
University of Houston–Clear Lake
Professor & Subject-Matter Expert
Technology · Cybersecurity · Data Science
Academic & Technical Work Professor, SME & Curriculum Development +
Beyond Executive Operations

Technical Expertise In The Classroom.

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart…” Colossians 3:23
Faculty Work

Professor

Teaching undergraduate and graduate learners in technology-centered disciplines and bringing current professional practice into academic instruction.

Subject Expertise

SME Development

Serving as a subject-matter expert for colleges and organizations developing courses, learning experiences, and academic content.

Curriculum

Program Development

Designing and supporting curriculum in cybersecurity, data science, technology, cloud systems, information systems, and emerging fields.

Applied Learning

Workforce Alignment

Connecting academic content with real-world application, technical competencies, digital infrastructure, and evolving workforce needs.

Beyond The Office Discipline, Sports & Leadership +
The Person Behind The Role

Competition. Discipline. Teamwork.

Kevin is a lifelong sports enthusiast with a particular love for basketball. His athletic background includes MVP recognition during his college basketball years, and he has remained involved in local basketball as both a player and coach.

Fitness remains an important part of his personal discipline. The habits developed through sports—preparation, consistency, teamwork, resilience, accountability, and competitive focus—also influence his approach to leadership and operations.

At EMU, that mindset translates into a practical leadership style: build the system, support the team, know the goal, measure the work, and keep moving forward.

Faithful Stewardship · Strong Systems · Mission-Focused Execution

Building The Infrastructure That Allows Mission To Move.

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