Florida College System Executive and Leadership Team

Jacqueline Ouellette, the President at Florida College System, directs the strategic vision for institutional growth and scholarship expansion. Focusing on the northern regional colleges, the President architects partnerships with industry leaders to align academic curricula with current workforce demands. This leadership role involves securing funding and managing the allocation of over $1 million in annual scholarships to ensure student accessibility. By fostering collaboration among academic stakeholders, Jacqueline Ouellette drives initiatives that bridge the gap between high school graduation and career readiness. Ouellette evaluates the impact of educational programs on regional economic development, ensuring that the foundation meets the evolving needs of returning adults and recent graduates. Through consistent engagement with the board, the President secures the long-term sustainability of the foundation's mission, ultimately expanding the reach of affordable, high-quality postsecondary education throughout the state's diverse educational landscape.

Kathy Breakall, the President at Florida College System, oversees the implementation of student-centered initiatives within the central Florida region. The President manages the development of specialized scholarship programs designed to assist non-traditional students in achieving academic milestones. By analyzing regional workforce trends, the President identifies critical areas for educational investment and resource allocation. Kathy Breakall coordinates with institutional leaders to enhance the quality of vocational training and degree programs, ensuring alignment with industry standards. This role involves managing donor relations to increase the foundation's capacity for financial aid distribution. Through strategic planning, Breakall strengthens the connection between the foundation and local colleges, facilitating seamless transitions for students entering the workforce. The President maintains a focus on operational excellence, ensuring that every dollar awarded contributes to measurable improvements in student retention and graduation rates across the central region's academic institutions.

Jennifer Freeland, the President at Florida College System, leads the strategic expansion of educational access across the southern coastal regions. The President architects programs that support student enrollment and persistence, specifically targeting underserved populations within the college network. By managing relationships with regional stakeholders, the President ensures that the foundation's scholarship initiatives remain responsive to local economic shifts. Jennifer Freeland oversees the integration of workforce development strategies into the broader institutional framework, promoting high-quality education that meets specific industry requirements. This leadership role involves evaluating the effectiveness of current scholarship models and implementing improvements to maximize student impact. Through consistent advocacy for postsecondary education, Freeland drives the foundation's mission to provide affordable pathways for all learners. The President maintains a rigorous focus on fiscal responsibility and program scalability, ensuring that the foundation continues to serve as a vital link for students pursuing career-focused academic goals.

Brian Phillips, the President at Florida College System, directs the operational strategy for colleges located in the western regions of the state. The President focuses on enhancing the efficacy of scholarship distribution to ensure that financial barriers do not impede student progress. By collaborating with academic departments, the President aligns institutional goals with the foundation's overarching mission of workforce preparation. Brian Phillips manages the development of outreach programs that connect students with industry-relevant training opportunities. This leadership role involves monitoring the performance of educational initiatives and adjusting strategies to improve student outcomes. Through active engagement with community partners, Phillips secures the resources necessary to support a diverse student body, including returning adults and recent graduates. The President ensures that the foundation's efforts remain focused on delivering high-quality, accessible education that directly supports the economic vitality of the western region's workforce and academic institutions.

Thomas Bugos, the President at Florida College System, oversees the strategic development of technical and vocational education programs within the eastern regional colleges. The President architects initiatives that prioritize skill acquisition and industry certification, ensuring that students remain competitive in the modern job market. By managing the foundation's scholarship funds, the President facilitates access to specialized training for students pursuing high-demand careers. Thomas Bugos coordinates with institutional leadership to refine academic offerings, ensuring that curricula reflect the latest industry advancements. This role involves analyzing regional labor market data to guide the foundation's investment in student support services. Through consistent evaluation of program outcomes, Bugos drives improvements in student employability and career placement rates. The President maintains a focus on building strong ties with local employers, ensuring that the foundation's educational mission directly supports the economic growth and workforce needs of the eastern region.

Anthony Colucci, the President at Florida College System, manages the strategic oversight of academic support services across the northern inland regions. The President focuses on enhancing the accessibility of postsecondary education through targeted scholarship programs and student retention initiatives. By collaborating with college administrators, the President ensures that institutional resources are effectively utilized to meet the needs of a diverse student population. Anthony Colucci architects programs that facilitate the transition from high school to college, providing the necessary financial and academic support for long-term success. This leadership role involves monitoring the impact of foundation-funded projects on student graduation rates and workforce readiness. Through active participation in regional educational forums, Colucci advocates for the importance of affordable, high-quality education. The President maintains a commitment to operational transparency and excellence, ensuring that the foundation's efforts continue to empower students and strengthen the workforce across the northern inland region.

Tanya Cornell, the Chief of Staff at Florida College System, manages internal operations and coordinates cross-departmental initiatives to support the foundation's mission. Overseeing administrative workflows, the Chief of Staff ensures alignment between executive directives and the 28 colleges within the network. This role involves facilitating communication between leadership teams to optimize scholarship distribution and educational outreach. By streamlining organizational processes, Tanya Cornell directly impacts the efficiency of student support services. The Chief of Staff monitors progress on key performance indicators related to postsecondary access and workforce readiness. Through rigorous oversight of internal projects, Cornell maintains the operational integrity required to sustain high-quality educational programs. This leadership position remains vital for maintaining the foundation's commitment to providing affordable pathways for students across Florida, ensuring that administrative resources effectively reach the institutions and individuals requiring financial assistance for academic success.