Our Facilitators
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Dr. Christine J. Quinn
A seasoned non-profit and higher education leader, she draws on extensive experience as a former faculty member, dean, and provost to help teams identify strengths, build collaboration, and achieve shared success. Known for a holistic, coaching-based approach, she empowers individuals and organizations to grow through authenticity, relationships, and shared leadership.
Certified Executive & Team Coach | International Coach Federation
StrengthsFinder and Team Coaching International Assessment: Team Diagnostic, Team Leader
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Dr. Brice Harris
Chancellor Emeritus of the California Community Colleges, he is a nationally recognized leader in higher education with decades of experience as a chancellor, president, and faculty member. He has dedicated his career to advancing student success, system leadership, and organizational effectiveness across community colleges nationwide.
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Dr. Nicki Harrington
A veteran higher education leader and consultant with over four decades of experience in community college administration, strategic and educational master planning, accreditation, and workforce development. A former multi-college district chancellor and president, she has guided numerous institutions through integrated planning, organizational transformation, and leadership development across several states.
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Dr. Sally Montemayor Lenz
A higher education leader and consultant with over 30 years of experience in academic affairs, student success, and equity initiatives across California Community Colleges. A former state and district executive, she has led major efforts in Guided Pathways, dual enrollment, and faculty diversity, and continues to advance educational access and success through strategic consulting and grant development.
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Dr. Geisce Ly
A heart-forward higher education leader with nearly three decades of experience advancing student success and leadership development. As a Dean at City College of San Francisco and current President of The Association of California Community College Administrators (ACCCA), he has led award-winning initiatives in entrepreneurship and innovation while championing professional growth, equity, and community engagement across the California Community College system.
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Dr. Lori Bennett
An accomplished higher education leader with over 30 years of experience spanning faculty, administrative, and presidential roles, including serving as President of Clovis Community College. Known for her innovative and student-centered leadership, she has led major initiatives in strategic and educational master planning, enrollment growth, equity, and workforce development, driving Clovis to statewide recognition for student success and transfer achievement.
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Dr. Cynthia Griffith
A seasoned higher education leader and consultant with over 35 years of experience in Texas and California community colleges, serving as Vice President of Instruction, dean, and faculty member. She specializes in instructional leadership, accreditation, strategic planning, and professional development, and continues to support colleges nationwide through consulting, mentoring, and interim executive roles.
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Dr. Steven L. Crow
A veteran higher education administrator with over 20 years of leadership experience, including vice president and interim president roles at multiple California Community Colleges. Known for his data-driven, student-focused approach, he has extensive experience in accreditation, finance, and institutional leadership, and remains active as a consultant and educator in both two- and four-year college settings.
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James Walton
A veteran higher education leader for over 20 years, he oversees strategic and executive operations at CBT, guiding marketing, business development, and project management across community college and university divisions. With a diverse background spanning IT, student life, economic development, and governance, he also consults & advises edtech companies on market strategy, product fit, and organizational growth.
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Dr. Patricia Arredondo
A licensed psychologist and higher education leader, with over 30 years of experience in academia and organizational consulting. A national expert in cultural competency, leadership development, and diversity strategy, she has coached and advised institutions across the U.S., particularly Hispanic-Serving and minority-serving colleges and universities.
Licensed Psychologist, MA #2742 (1980)
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Dr. Linda A. Slee
A leadership development and executive coaching expert with over 25 years of experience helping more than 500 leaders strengthen their influence, communication, and organizational impact. She specializes in leadership assessment, coaching, and team development across higher education, healthcare, and corporate sectors, using a co-active, strengths-based approach to foster authentic and effective leadership.
Certified in DiSC, Hogan Leadership/360, Myers-Briggs, Strengths Finder, EQ-I 2.0, Leadership Effectiveness Analysis, Change Quotient (Change Catalysts)
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Curt Wang
An executive coach and change leadership expert who helps leaders and executives elevate their impact, think strategically, and lead boldly. He specializes in strengthening leadership effectiveness, expanding influence, and guiding clients to achieve ambitious personal and organizational goals in both public and private sectors.
PCC (Professional Certified Coach, International Coaching Federation)
Change Management Certified from Prosci
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Susan Metros
An accomplished educator, technology executive, and ICF-certified executive coach with over 30 years of experience in higher education leadership. A former professor and CIO, she specializes in leadership development, mentoring, and career coaching, using design thinking and creative problem-solving to help leaders and professionals achieve growth, clarity, and fulfillment.
International Coaching Federation (ICF)
Professional Coaching Certification (PCC), 2019-present
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Dr. E. Gordon Gee
One of the nation’s most prominent higher education leaders, most recently served as president of West Virginia University and formerly led The Ohio State University, Vanderbilt, Brown, and others. With more than three decades of presidential experience, he is widely recognized for his influence on higher education policy, governance, and innovation, and was named by TIME as one of America’s top university presidents.
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Troy L. Stovall
A seasoned executive with over 25 years of leadership experience across investment management, higher education, technology, and consulting. A former COO and CFO at major institutions, he is recognized for driving innovation, entrepreneurship, and inclusive economic development, and is a frequent speaker and thought leader on venture capital and higher education leadership.

