April 19, 2024
Education
Helios Education Foundation, Tampa
Helios Education Foundation has hired Lauren Cortinas as Senior Vice President of Communications. Cortinas brings over two decades of experience in PR, marketing, education, and nonprofit work. In her new role, she oversees internal and external communications through strategic engagement and innovative communication strategies with stakeholders in Florida and Arizona.
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Published on 4/17/2024
Education Consultant, Amelia Island
Pam Stewart, the retired Commissioner of Education for Florida, is currently Executive Director of Florida International Baccalaureate Schools and serves on boards of Moffitt Cancer Center, Impact Florida, Florida College, Florida College Academy, Consortium of Florida Education Foundations and Vice President of Education Management Consulting Services. As a professional Educator of 45 years her experience includes Elementary teacher, Middle School math teacher, School Counselor, high school vice principal, district vice Superintendent of Schools and State Chancellor of Florida Education, culminating as Commissioner of Florida Department of Education for 6 years. In addition, she's a proud Grandmother of 4 amazing Grandchildren with husband Jack.
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Published on 4/3/2024
Florida Technical College, Orlando
Dr. James Michael Burkett, president of NUC University Florida Technical College has been appointed to the Central and Northeast Florida Regional Board of Directors for Prospera, a nonprofit specialized in assisting Hispanic entrepreneurs. His appointment reaffirms the institution's commitment to fostering collaboration and driving positive change within our community.
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Published on 3/27/2024
Helios Education Foundation, Tampa
Helios Education Foundation hired Cheri Wright as Director, Student Success Initiatives. Wright brings extensive experience in philanthropy, focusing on health, equity, and strategic investments. In her new role, she manages efforts to develop and implement initiatives that help solve educational challenges facing Black and low-income students in Florida.
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Published on 3/20/2024
Helios Education Foundation, Tampa
Helios Education Foundation hired Walter Jennings as Director, Student Success Initiatives. Jennings brings expertise in diversity initiatives that enhance educational opportunities for college students. In his new role, Jennings' manages efforts to develop and implement initiatives that help solve educational challenges facing Black and low-income students in Florida.
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Published on 3/20/2024
Helios Education Foundation, Tampa, Florida
Helios Education Foundation hired Rockhelle Johnson as Director of Communications, with 15 years of experience effecting change through high-impact communications campaigns for nonprofits, Fortune 500 corporations, & PR agencies. She will lead communications efforts supporting Helios' mission of creating equitable opportunities for Black and low-income students in Florida.
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Published on 10/4/2023
Florida Technical College, Florida
The Florida Association of Postsecondary Schools and Colleges has honored Florida Technical College VP of Student Financial Services Sharon Rigaud with the 2023 Administrator of the Year Award, the highest honor awarded by the organization to a higher education executive in Florida. It recognizes leadership, dedication, and innovation in the industry.
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Published on 8/15/2023
Helios Education Foundation, Tampa
Dr. Stacy Baier rejoins Helios Education Foundation as SVP to lead Florida's community investment. Dr. Baier has 25+ years in educational philanthropy, including CEO of Pinellas Education Foundation, president and CEO of Florida Philanthropic Network (FPN), VP and program director at Helios, and executive director of Consortium of Florida Education Foundations.
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Published on 7/12/2023
Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science , Miami, FL
The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science in Downtown Miami is pleased to announce the appointment of Tanvi Vattikuti Abbhi to its esteemed Board of Trustees. Abbhi, the co-founder and CSO of Veta Health, brings her expertise in healthcare innovation and her passion for advancing science education to the renowned museum.
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Published on 6/19/2023
Helios Education Foundation, Tampa, Florida
Helios Education Foundation hired Travis Reindl as Senior Vice President for Communications. Reindl brings to the role 25 years of experience communicating about postsecondary education to a range of audiences as well as expertise leading high-impact communications efforts with leading national and international organizations, including Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
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Published on 12/7/2022
AACSB International, Tampa
AACSB International has announced Tim Mescon, Executive Vice President and Chief Officer of Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, is retiring.
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Published on 11/28/2022
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach
Kelly Dowling, a higher education veteran with a successful fundraising track record, joins Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University as Senior Vice President for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement.
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Published on 11/14/2022
Albizu University, Doral, FL
Albizu University, an accredited educational institution announced today the appointment of Dr. Alex Parnia to the role of Interim Chancellor. He will lead the University's rapidly expanding South Florida campus and joins Albizu with an illustrious career spanning academia, marketing, strategic consulting, and more.
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Published on 11/7/2022
Stetson University, DeLand, Florida
Steven Alexander was recently selected as Chair-Elect of the Stetson University Board of Trustees, effective Jan. 1, and will assume leadership of the Board on July 1, 2023. Alexander is Managing Director/Partner with PFM Asset Management in Orlando. He graduated from Stetson with a finance degree and also holds a degree in accounting. He currently is Board vice chair.
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Published on 11/2/2022
Stetson University, DeLand
John P. Downey, PhD, has been named Vice President of Campus Life and Student Success at Stetson University in DeLand. Downey was selected to lead the university’s student affairs following...
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Published on 11/1/2022
Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton
The FAU Foundation, Inc., connecting private philanthropy to powerful possibilities within the University's leading-edge mission, announces the appointment of three staff members. Katie G. Burke, Ph.D. was named Assistant Vice President of Alumni and Community Engagement and is responsible for the overall direction and management of community engagement and alumni relations. Kristine Gobbo, Executive Director of Advancement Communications, oversees communications with the university's donors, alumni, friends and other stakeholders. Karen Galea, Ph.D., Director of Foundation Relations, develops strategies and proposals in partnership with university leaders, faculty and staff to secure significant gifts and grants for FAU's endeavors.
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Published on 9/5/2022
Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton
Florida Atlantic University, ranked as a top public university by U.S. News & World Report, named Chris Delisio Vice President of Institutional Advancement and Chief Executive Officer of the FAU Foundation. He is responsible for the overall direction and management of fundraising, as well as community engagement, development and alumni relations at FAU.
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Published on 9/5/2022
Keiser University, Fort Lauderdale
Governor Ron DeSantis appointed Keiser University Vice Chancellor Robert Keiser, Ph.D., M.B.A., to the Board of Directors for the Florida Center for Nursing. Keiser, and fellow Board members, will address issues of supply and demand for nursing, including issues of recruitment, retention, and utilization of nurse workforce resources.
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Published on 9/1/2022
The University of Tampa, Tampa
Mike Hendricks, Ed.D., has been named vice president for strategic enrollment planning at The University of Tampa. Hendricks will oversee UT's enrollment management activities, including financial aid, registrar and strategic outreach efforts for undergraduate and graduate enrollment. Hendricks brings 25 years of higher ed experience to continue UT's enrollment goals.
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Published on 8/15/2022
Polk State College, Winter Haven
Governor Ron DeSantis appointed Polk State College President Dr. Angela Garcia Falconetti to the Education Commission of the States alongside Florida Department of Education Senior Chancellor Dr. Henry Mack. Falconetti and Mack will represent Governor DeSantis and Florida Department of Education Commissioner Manny Diaz as an extension of the state's education policy team.
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Published on 8/1/2022
Helios Education Foundation, Tampa, Florida
Helios Education Foundation appointed Dr. Larry Rice to the Board of Directors. Rice, a Miami-based senior administrator, is co-owner of Northern Compass Consulting LLC, which services clients in government and commercial industries.
Rice brings nearly 28 years of higher education experience to this role.
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Published on 6/14/2022
The University of Tampa, Tampa
UT has promoted Art Goon to Assistant Vice President/Executive Director of Graduate and Continuing Studies. He will oversee all student services related to graduate and non-traditional undergraduate students including admissions, advising, retention and degree completion. His team will support more than 20 graduate degrees, as well as certificates serving adult-learners.
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Published on 6/1/2022
Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart, Miami, FL
Miami's Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart has announced the appointment of Heather Gillingham-Rivas as the new head of school. She will direct academic programs and curriculum, faculty hiring and staff development, faith formation of students and faculty, counseling and student life, athletics and extra-curricular programs. Gillingham-Rivas is a Carrollton alumna.
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Published on 5/9/2022
Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart, Miami
Miami's Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart has announced the appointment of Patrick Coyle to the new position of president. He will focus on advancement and development, facilities and infrastructure, public relations, marketing and alumnae relations. Coyle has extensive experience in strategic planning, capital campaigns, social media marketing, and alumni relations.
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Published on 5/9/2022
Florida State University, Tallahassee
FSU has announced the selection of Michael Alford as the university's next Vice President and Director of Athletics.
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Published on 12/29/2021
