Gateway Technical College (Gateway) invites applications and nominations for the position of President and CEO. As the college embarks on the exciting, yet crucial, journey of finding its next president, it seeks a strong, dedicated leader prepared to stay true to its vision of making life-changing educational opportunities a reality, while reinvigorating the college and driving it forward into the future. Embodying exemplary communication, confidence and integrity is vital as the next president works to build relationships, continue to create a sense of community and ensure Gateway excels in meeting the needs of students and communities. Above all else, the next president must prioritize strengthening Gateway’s solid reputation as a leader in technical education through their trusted decisions and actions.
The next president of Gateway Technical College must be a steady, values-driven leader who builds trust through visible integrity, respectful relationships and consistent follow-through. This is a role for someone who can listen deeply, communicate with clarity and make timely decisions that enhance understanding and boost confidence. The president should be intensely student-centered and community-rooted – committed to belonging and access, attentive to the lived realities of today’s learners and proud to tell the story of Gateway’s impact across the region. The ideal candidate should possess the following desired leadership attributes: restorative and values-driven, student-centered, highly relational leadership, effective communicator, strategic collaborator, strong operational and financial acumen, change agent and team builder, bridge-builder, and resource development and advocacy. Other professional qualifications include an earned doctorate or other terminal degree from an accredited institution and a distinguished record (at least 5 years) of progressively responsible administrative roles in a two-year college or other complex organization.
Gateway Technical College has a sterling local, regional, national and international reputation as a cutting-edge two-year technical college that provides hands-on career training to more than 20,000 students annually and meets the needs of area employers and the communities we serve. Serving Kenosha, Racine and Walworth counties in Southeastern Wisconsin, the college’s commitments to innovation and preparing students to succeed in their fields through state-of-the-art training have been cornerstones since Gateway became the first publicly funded technical college in America in 1911. Gateway remains a leader among the 16 colleges in the Wisconsin Technical College System. To learn more about Gateway Technical College, visit: gtc.edu.
A complete Leadership Profile with additional information may be found above.
AGB Search is pleased to assist Gateway Technical College with this leadership search.
The Gateway Technical College Presidential Search Ad Hoc Committee will begin the review of applications immediately and will continue to work until an appointment is made. To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by Wednesday, March 4, 2026, and must include:
AGB Search is assisting with this search. Nominations and expressions of interest may be sent to GatewayTechPresident@agbsearch.com or one of the AGB search consultants:
Kim R. Bobby, Ed.D.
Principal, AGB Search
kim.bobby@agbsearch.com
(253) 861-7738
Carlton E. Brown, Ed.D.
Senior Executive Search Consultant
carlton.brown@agbsearch.com
(912) 247-8661
Rose Alia Rodgers
Search Associate
rose.rodgers@agbsearch.com
Gateway will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.
Gateway Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. Reasonable accommodations and auxiliary aids will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact the Office for Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights at compliance@gtc.edu or 262-564-3062. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Your safety while employed at Gateway Technical College is one of our top priorities, so we encourage you to read our Annual Security Report (click the link for the full report). This report is published in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Violence Against Women Act. This report includes crime statistics, institutional policies on campus security and safety, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes or incidents, sexual misconduct, and other important matters. Please feel free to email compliance@gtc.edu or call 262-564-3062 to request a hard copy of the report.
