Cape Fear Community College Executive and Leadership Team

Andrew Hill, the Chief Executive Officer, M180 Product at Cape Fear Community College, directs the development and implementation of specialized educational product lines. This role involves aligning curriculum offerings with current labor market demands to ensure student success. By managing the M180 product lifecycle, Hill optimizes resource allocation for technical training programs. The Chief Executive Officer, M180 Product collaborates with academic departments to integrate industry-standard certifications into existing associate degree frameworks. This strategic focus enhances the competitive positioning of the institution within the broader North Carolina educational landscape. Andrew Hill maintains rigorous quality standards to meet SACSCOC accreditation requirements while driving innovation in vocational training. Through continuous assessment of program efficacy, the Chief Executive Officer, M180 Product ensures that all educational products remain relevant to evolving regional economic needs, ultimately fostering long-term institutional growth and student employability.

Edward Ollie, the Financial Services Chief Financial Officer & Vice President at Cape Fear Community College, directs the fiscal operations and long-term financial planning for the institution. This role involves managing the annual budget, overseeing grant administration, and ensuring the integrity of all financial reporting processes. By monitoring revenue streams and expenditure patterns, the Financial Services Chief Financial Officer & Vice President maintains the fiscal health necessary to support academic programs and campus infrastructure. Edward Ollie collaborates with the board and executive leadership to allocate resources effectively across various departments. This position requires rigorous oversight of institutional assets to ensure compliance with state and federal funding requirements. Through strategic financial modeling, the Financial Services Chief Financial Officer & Vice President supports the expansion of educational facilities and technology upgrades. Ollie secures the financial stability of the college, enabling the institution to fulfill its mission of providing accessible, high-quality education to the region.

Robert Hollyfield, the President & Executive Director at Cape Fear Community College, provides overarching strategic vision and institutional leadership. This role involves representing the college to external stakeholders, including government agencies, industry partners, and the broader community. By setting the institutional agenda, the President & Executive Director ensures that all academic and operational activities align with the core mission of workforce development and student success. Robert Hollyfield coordinates the efforts of the executive team to maintain SACSCOC accreditation and uphold high educational standards. This leadership position requires balancing immediate operational needs with long-term growth objectives for the campus. Through active engagement with regional economic leaders, the President & Executive Director fosters partnerships that enhance student internship and employment opportunities. Hollyfield drives the institutional culture, promoting a commitment to excellence and accessibility that defines the college as a vital pillar of the North Carolina educational system.

John Upton, the Chief Human Resources Officer at Cape Fear Community College, manages all aspects of talent acquisition, employee relations, and organizational development. This leadership position requires designing comprehensive staffing strategies to support the diverse academic and administrative needs of the institution. By overseeing professional development initiatives, the Chief Human Resources Officer ensures that faculty and staff maintain high standards of instructional excellence. John Upton coordinates with department heads to align workforce planning with the long-term strategic goals of the college. This role involves navigating complex regulatory environments to maintain compliance with labor laws and institutional policies. Through the implementation of efficient performance management systems, the Chief Human Resources Officer fosters a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Upton drives initiatives that promote workplace equity and inclusion, ensuring that the human capital at the college remains robust and capable of delivering high-quality educational services to the community.