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Many talented people work together to shape the future of WCTC. Meet some of our leaders and learn more about the vision and strategy that guides our work.

Rich Barnhouse

Rich Barnhouse, Ph.D.
WCTC President and CEO
262.691.5211

Rich Barnhouse

Brad Piazza, Ph.D.
Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs
262.691.5157

Angela Frazier Arthur

Angela Frazier Arthur, Ed.D.
Vice President of Student Services
262.691.5240

Jane Kittel

Jane Kittel, Ed.D.
Vice President of Administration
262.691.5214

Sherry Simmons

Sherry Simmons, MA
Chief Culture and Compliance Officer
262.695.3481

Rich Barnhouse

Kristine Golz, BS, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
262.691.5218

Michelle Skinder

Michelle Skinder, MBA, SHRM-SCP
Vice President of Human Resources and Legal Affairs
262.691.5346

Andy Palen

Andy Palen, MA
Chief External Relations and Marketing Officer
262.695.6247

Laura Krohn

Laura Krohn
Chief of Staff
262.695.7833

Leadership Resources

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WCTC President

Read a special message about the College from WCTC President Richard G. Barnhouse, Ph.D.

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District Board

We are grateful to the community leaders who provide governance for the College.

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Campus Climate

WCTC recognizes cross-cultural engagement, access, inclusion and belonging as core institutional values.

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Financial Reports

WCTC considers the needs of taxpayers, students and other customers as staff develop the College’s budget.

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Office of the President

Rich Barnhouse
President and CEO
262.691.5211

Jennifer Hagen
Senior Executive Assistant
262.691.5211

Brad Piazza
Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs
262.691.5157

Dannise Bartlett
Executive Assistant to the Provost, CFO and Marketing
262.691.5206

Angela Frazier
Vice President of Student Services
262.691.5240

Amy Hein
Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Student Services
262.691.5132

Jane Kittel
Vice President of Administration
262.691.5214

Michelle Skinder
Vice President of Human Resources and Legal Affairs
262.691.5346

Ron Starke
Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Administration and Vice President of Human Resources
262.691.5309

Kristine Golz
Chief Financial Officer
262.691.5218

Laura Krohn
Chief of Staff
262.695.7833

Sherry Simmons
Chief Culture and Compliance Officer
262.695.3481

Andy Palen
Chief External Relations and Marketing Officer
262.695.6247

Natasha Krasotin
Executive Assistant to the Chief Culture and Compliance Officer and External Relations and Marketing Officer
262.695.6503

Robyn Ludtke
Executive Director, WCTC Foundation
262.691.5257

Haley Weickardt
Support Assistant, WCTC Foundation
262.691.5202

President's Faculty Circle

The President's Faculty Circle is a committee of faculty, chosen by their peers, who meet monthly with the College President. Faculty Circle members can voice their views and opinions with the goal of advancing the College, serving students and ensuring that WCTC continues to be a great place to build a career.

2024-25 Members

  • Michelle Bjornstad
  • Steve Girman
  • Anthony Igl
  • John Pipkorn
  • Lisa Rambo
  • Kelly Ryba
President's Staff Circle

The President's Staff Circle is a committee of professional and support staff, chosen by their peers, who meet monthly with the College President. Staff Circle members can voice their views and opinions with the goal of advancing the College, serving students and ensuring that WCTC continues to be a great place to build a career.

Please note: Individuals who have been a member of the President's Staff Circle within the past five years are not eligible to reapply.

2024-25 Members

  • Lynda Busack, Coordinator, Applied Technologies
  • Aaron Dierks, Academic Advisor
  • Mandy Faller, Program Assistant
  • Kim Houk, Career Development Specialist
  • Tracy Kantor, Records Specialist
  • Natasha Krasotin, Executive Assistant
  • Gerry Martin, Technical Support Specialist
  • Ashley Rahlf, Enrollment Center Lead
  • Aaron Rodriguez, Administrative Assistant
  • Indira Vadapally, Senior Analyst
President's Cultural Engagement Circle

The President's Cultural Engagement Circle is a committee of staff and faculty who meet monthly with the College President. Cultural Engagement Circle members can voice their views and opinions with the goal of advancing the College, serving students and ensuring that WCTC continues to be an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity.

2024-25 Members

  • Diana Barnett, Adjunct Instructor
  • Laurel Taylor, Student Life Navigator
  • Maria Torres, Academic Advisor
  • Terina Washington, Talent Acquisition Specialist