Christine Shia

Executive Assistant


Christine provides high-level administrative and operational support, enabling leadership at UNC Executive Development to focus on strategy, clients, and mission-critical priorities. As Executive Assistant, she brings organization, communication, and attention to detail to the day-to-day work that keeps the team running smoothly. 

Christine began her career as a journalist before joining UNC, where she spent more than 15 years across a range of communications and research roles. She served as communications manager for the Department of Finance and Budget, research assistant to the Knight Chair in Journalism, and communications specialist for the Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research. 

During her time with the Department of Finance and Budget, Christine co-developed the department’s website design and content, oversaw the news section of the University’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and served as a policy liaison for several years. 

Christine holds a Master of Arts in communication from the University of South Florida and a Master of Fine Arts in creative writing from North Carolina State University. 

Christine shares a home with her cats, Scooby and Lucy. In her spare time, she enjoys creative writing, intuitive acrylic painting, and improv. 

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