Expanded Senior Leadership Team (SLT) Pilot

What

The Expanded Senior Leadership Team (ESLT) will expand to include representatives from faculty, classified staff, and all vice presidents. This group will meet monthly to discuss pressing issues, review the budget, and make collaborative decisions. It will function as a shared governance body, committed to student success and prioritizing the collective needs of the institution.

When

This team will be a pilot from November 17, 2025 – June 8, 2026. After June 8, 2026, the structure, membership, meeting frequency, and other logistics will be reassessed.

Why

Shared governance is a cornerstone of effective leadership in higher education, grounded in collaboration and shared responsibility. It ensures that input, decision-making, and accountability are distributed among faculty, staff, and administrators. By recognizing the unique expertise of each group, shared governance fosters a culture of mutual respect, transparency, and trust. More than a process, it reflects a commitment to inclusive leadership that values all voices in shaping the institution’s direction and advancing its mission.

Membership

Laura Boehme, Vice President of People/Technology
Zak Boone, Vice President of College Advancement / Executive Director – COCC Foundation
Jennifer Chance, Enrollment Specialist Senior – Redmond Campus and Classified Representative
Annemarie Hamlin, Vice President of Academic Affairs
Amy Harper, Professor of Anthropology and Faculty Representative
Michael LaLonde, Vice President of Finance/Operations
Alicia Moore, Vice President of Student Affairs
Greg Pereira, President