Area of Responsibility: 
 
ASCENT Program Manager.  The ASCENT project will contribute to the development of a strong, regional workforce in cybersecurity and new technologies.
 
Key goals:

• Increase interest and pipeline of students in engineering, computer science, information technology, and cybersecurity fields through various K-12 initiatives.
• Expand FSU PC program offerings to include undergrad degree in Information Technology
• Deliver non-credit customized training and testing to meet regional needs of community partners.

Education

• PhD in Organizational Management, Capella University, 2012
• Master of Human Relations, University of Oklahoma, 2005
• Bachelor of Science, Workforce Ed & Development, Southern Illinois University, 1999

About Me

• Hometown: Boulder, CO
• Why I Love FSU PC:  Supporting our students and community
• Favorite Phrase: "No person was ever honored for what he received.  Honor has been the reward for what he gave." - Calvin Coolidge

Military Retiree with over 30 year’s experience in Education and Training.  I most recently served as the Director of Military and Veteran Services with Gulf Coast State College.  During my time with GCSC, I realized my passion for working with military and veteran students.  Prior to this I served as Director, Eglin Campus with Central Texas College.  I helped establish the first ever CTC campus in Florida in support of 7th Special Forces.  I served 20 years in the United States Air Force and was blessed to travel the world.  I joined the FSU PC Campus in 2021 and am excited to continue working with the Bay County community while assisting in the growth of FSU Panama City.