MICHR Names Interim Managing Directors

The Michigan Institute for Clinical & Health Research (MICHR) has named LaTonya Berryhill, MBA and Beth LaPensee, PhD interim managing directors, reporting to Julie Lumeng, MD. 

Berryhill now serves as interim Director of Operations, leading administrative and business functions, as well as DEI activities. LaPensee is now interim Director of Research Initiatives & Partnerships, focusing on strategy execution, fostering partnerships, and developing services and initiatives. Kevin Weatherwax, CCRA, CCRC has taken on a new role outside the university. A formal search for a full-time managing director will commence in the fall. 

MICHR catalyzes the translation of discoveries to improved health by educating, funding, connecting, and supporting research teams at Michigan Medicine, U-M, and beyond.