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Dave Gatewood, Dean of Career Technical Education & Workforce DevelopmentDavid received his B.A. from Oregon State University, his M.A. and M.B.A. from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, and his Ph.D. from the University of Michigan. His has expertise in organizational behavior and management of not-for-profit organizations, with a specialization in higher education administration.
Dave has taught in a wide variety of areas including music theory, creativity theory & application, higher education planning & budgeting, entrepreneurship & small business development, and leadership development. His research interests in conflict management and organizational behavior have enabled him to serve as a panelist, author, and presenter in the area of conflict theory and college & community relations.
In addition to his professional work, Dave volunteers with various not-for-profit organizations to help develop stronger local communities through open dialogue, relationship building, and change management.
To go to Dave Gatewood's and Lane Glenn's workshop description, click here.
Lane Glenn, Vice President of Academic AffairsDr. Lane A. Glenn is Vice-President of Academic at Northern Essex Community College in Haverhill, Massachusetts. He has a diverse background in education and the performing arts that includes nearly twenty years of teaching and administration in higher education, alongside work as an actor and director for the stage, television and films. Lane also writes for magazines, journals and encyclopedias; and facilitates leadership workshops for higher education professionals and business and industry. A born optimist and former president of his local chapter of Optimists International, Lane seeks solutions to organizational challenges through positive visioning, growth and communications. Lane earned a Ph.D. in Theatre from Michigan State University. He also holds a Master of Arts in Speech/Theatre from Oklahoma State University and a Bachelor of Arts in English/Speech from Northeastern State University. Lane is proud to say he got his start at a community college: Rose State College in Midwest City, Oklahoma.
To go to Dave Gatewood's and Lane Glenn's workshop description, click here.
Bill Lamb, Vice President of Instruction
Bill Lamb is currently the Vice President of Instruction at Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Until 2007, Bill was the Dean of Liberal Arts and Distance Learning at Johnson County Community College in Overland Park, KS, where he served in the role of assistant dean, department chair, and writing teacher. He received his Ph.D in Curriculum and Instruction at Kansas State University in 1984, and his Master of Arts degree in English literature from Pittsburg State University in 1974. Dr. Lamb has received numerous awards including the JCCC AMS Spotlight Award, the Midwest Regional Award for Encouraging Academic Excellence, Who’s Who in American Education, BSA Award of Merit, and the Paul Harris Fellowship Award. Dr. Lamb also has a number of publications and is a frequent presenter at international and regional conferences.
To go to Bill Lamb's workshop description, click here.
Pam Bergeron, President, P.D. Partners.
Pam Bergeron has been associated with Lansing Community College, Lansing, Mi, since 1978. Her areas of expertise include facilitating group processes focusing on personal leadership skill development and team development. Employment history includes serving as the Director of Employee Relations in Human Resources, Director of Staff Development, and teaching Human Resource Management courses.
With over 15 years of experience coaching managers and leaders in organizations, another specialty is helping people close the gap between the constantly changing work world and living a balanced personal life. Ms. Bergeron is a facilitator with the Chair Academy and brings her community college leadership experience to her participants with humor and warmth. She has enjoyed a long career at LCC but has also worked with many local organizations such as the Michigan Association of Broadcasters, the Michigan Community College Human Resource Association, Michigan Dental Association and many community colleges across the United States and Canada.
Pam holds memberships in the Society of Human Resource Management, and is the Vice President for the Midwest Region of the National Council for Staff, Program and Organizational Development and is a licensed Dental Hygienist. She is a graduate of Aquinas College, Grand Rapids MI with an MA in Business Management.
To go to Ann Krause's and Pam Bergerons workshop description, click here.
Ann Krause, Dean, Health/Human/Protective Services, Ann Marie Krause is currently the Dean of Health, Human & Protective Services at Blackhawk Technical College (BTC) in Janesville, Wisconsin. Prior to this position she taught both secondary and post secondary mathematics in Wisconsin and served as the Dean of General Education at BTC. In addition, she co-chaired BTC’s last Higher Learning Commission accreditation self-study process (2000).
She has served in leadership roles in several professional and community organizations. For example, Ann Marie is past president of the Wisconsin Association for Career and Technical Education (WACTE) and is currently serving a second term on the WACTE Board of directors. She is also Wisconsin’s representative on the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) Region III Policy Committee. She has been a member of the Wisconsin Math Council, Inc. Board of Directors many times.
She is a frequent speaker at conferences for organizations such as ACTE, WACTE, and the Wisconsin Math Council, Inc. She has presented week long workshops on applied mathematics for math, science, and technology teachers at the Cray, Sally Ride, and Washburn Academies. Ann Marie co-facilitated middle school mathematics workshops at Millersville University in Pennsylvania for two summers. She is currently facilitating a local year long leadership academy for staff and faculty at BTC.
To go to Ann Krause's and Pam Bergerons workshop description, click here.
Dee Cox, Staff Development and Equality Coordinator
Dee Cox is an innovative, energetic and resourceful individual who enjoyed working at Lambton College for the past 23 years in a very demanding leadership role. She has facilitated a wide variety of workshops pertaining to group dynamics, stress management and relationship issues. Dee has extensive experience in adult education and training with an emphasis on personal growth and development internationally. Dee has been recognized for consistent excellence and exceptional ability with diverse and challenging assignments in managing projects and people. Adaptable and flexible, with an adventurous spirit and a love for her family, the outdoors and the environment, she is personally committed to developing esteem in people who are working toward improving their relationships with others. She effectively incorporates a combination of participative and interactive approaches to her delivery of theoretical and practical learning.
To go to Dee Cox's workshop description, click here.
Scott Geddis, Director of Athletics, Health Enhancement Faculty Scott Geddis is currently in his 31st year as a faculty member at Phoenix College in Phoenix, Arizona. In addition to his faculty position, he has served the college for the past 15 years as the Director of Athletics. During his tenure as Director the Phoenix College Department of Athletics has gained national recognition as a leader in assuring academic success among its student athletes. Prior to his position at Phoenix College Scott was a Paramedic Program Educator and Certified Emergency Paramedic.
Scott’s leadership skills and experience have allowed him to serve as President of several professional organizations including, the National Alliance of Two Year College Athletic Administrators, the Arizona Community College Athletics Association, the Western State Football League, the Arizona Emergency Paramedic Association and the Phoenix College Faculty Association. In 2004 Scott was awarded the honor of Athletic Director of the Year by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics and in 2007 was acknowledged by the National Junior College Athletic Association with it prestigious Loyalty Award.
To go to Scott Geddis' and Elsie Elford's workshop description, click here.
Elsie Elford, Dean of the School of Business Elsie Elford is currently dean of the School of Business at Grant MacEwan College in Alberta, Canada. She started her career at the college in 1985 and took on many roles, including teaching, chairing and leading a number of initiatives and committees at the college. Some of these roles include Chair of the Educational Leadership Institute (ELI), the Academic Vision Steering Committee, Academic Council and Faculty Roles and Responsibilities. In 2000, students presented her with the Student Champion Award in recognition of exemplary service, support and advocacy for MacEwan students. In 2005 she received the Exemplary Leader Award from the Chair Academy. In her role as dean she works with a dedicated team that is building the framework for new programs including an undergraduate degree in business. Prior to her career at the college Elsie practiced law for ten years. She is also a member of the Law Society of Alberta and the Canadian Bar Association.
To go to Scott Geddis' and Elsie Elford's workshop description, click here.
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