Richard Gonzalez, Edd, Mba Email & Phone Number

Salt Lake City Metropolitan Area

As the Assistant Commissioner for Adult Learner Access, I provide strategic leadership in developing policies, programs, and partnerships that enhance access to higher education for adult learners across Utah’s state institutions. I lead initiatives that address barriers, align educational opportunities with workforce development goals, and promote collaboration among institutions.Key responsibilities include:- Policy Development & Research: Collect and analyze data on access… Show more As the Assistant Commissioner for Adult Learner Access, I provide strategic leadership in developing policies, programs, and partnerships that enhance access to higher education for adult learners across Utah’s state institutions. I lead initiatives that address barriers, align educational opportunities with workforce development goals, and promote collaboration among institutions.Key responsibilities include:- Policy Development & Research: Collect and analyze data on access barriers for adult learners to shape state-level policies and improve institutional practices.- Outreach & Coordination: Develop and manage statewide initiatives to increase educational opportunities, including workforce development and lifelong learning programs.- Partnership Building: Foster partnerships with key stakeholders and support veterans, military personnel, and incarcerated individuals seeking higher education.- CTE & Perkins Programs: Serve as the USHE representative on Perkins programs, supporting funding allocations and annual reporting.- Advocacy & Support: Advocate for adult learners by implementing initiatives to reduce financial burdens and promote credit transfer, prior learning assessments, and student support services.This role allows me to drive impactful change for adult learners, helping them achieve success while aligning education with the state's economic growth. Show less

Salt Lake City Metropolitan Area

Enhance and develop sustainable models for access to higher education that align with the Strategic Plan of the Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education and the Utah Board of Higher Education mandates. Additionally, remove structural barriers to entry into higher education. For example, support the state expansion of the Utah College Advising Corps (UCAC). Oversight of outreach and access state programs such as Utah College Application Week and statewide FAFSA completion efforts… Show more Enhance and develop sustainable models for access to higher education that align with the Strategic Plan of the Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education and the Utah Board of Higher Education mandates. Additionally, remove structural barriers to entry into higher education. For example, support the state expansion of the Utah College Advising Corps (UCAC). Oversight of outreach and access state programs such as Utah College Application Week and statewide FAFSA completion efforts. Collaborate with external and internal stakeholders to develop on-ramp pathways for adult learners in Utah. Show less

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

Serve as USHE representative and liaison to committees and organizations focused on Workforce, CTE, and Articulation agreements. Manage updates of the CTE Annual report required for the Utah Board of Higher Education. Implement data-gathering projects from start to finish including creating and managing the updating of complex data tracking to support program alignment between USHE and UTECH systems.

Greater Salt Lake City Area

Design and coordinate outreach programs; function as a statewide outreach expert; stay up-to-date on best practices and disseminate information and training to other professionals at USHE institutions, K-12 schools, and non-profit organizations; coordinate outreach events aimed at potential post-secondary students and their families. Design outreach programs targeting adults without college degrees. Oversee the content and aims of marketing materials targeting various populations, in… Show more Design and coordinate outreach programs; function as a statewide outreach expert; stay up-to-date on best practices and disseminate information and training to other professionals at USHE institutions, K-12 schools, and non-profit organizations; coordinate outreach events aimed at potential post-secondary students and their families. Design outreach programs targeting adults without college degrees. Oversee the content and aims of marketing materials targeting various populations, in conjunction with marketing and design professionals. Show less

Tooele, Utah

Develop recruitment strategies for the USU-Tooele Region. Seek and foster strategic partnerships. ROI evaluation of events. Manage the Recruit-CRM system. Assist Prospects with admissions process e.g. FAFSA, scholarships, registration, and mentoring. Build relationships with local businesses, alumni, and school district to promote higher education. Build long term alumni relationships to promote fund-raising. Align recruitment and retention efforts to promote student count growth.

Tooele, Utah

Represent and advocate for the over 12,000 students across the state of Utah at regional campuses. Serve as chair of the Student Government Council. Provided leadership and mentoring, strategy development, and standardized practices. Serve as liaison between Regional Campuses and Logan Campus. - Vice President 2012-2013- Student Representative 2011- 2012

Tooele Utah

Nov 2011 to August 2012 & June 2013 to August 2013Assist Tooele County small business owners develop feasibility analysis, to include: marketing strategies, business planning, competitor analysis, sales forecasting and target market identification. Small business loan application process and business pitching. e.g. increased sales for a local small business owner by 40% by identifying a hidden need and strategically adjusting price.

North Salt Lake City, Ut.

Provide oversight, guidance and leadership of twenty nine employees within the perishable department of a 700,000 square foot warehouse facility. Provide indirect retail customer service, order and shipment coordination and satisfaction. Leadership responsibilities include: performing associate development, teaming building and team performance, plan a weekly and monthly labor schedule, team safety oversight and Safety Committee member, lead and perform strategic planning of responsible area… Show more Provide oversight, guidance and leadership of twenty nine employees within the perishable department of a 700,000 square foot warehouse facility. Provide indirect retail customer service, order and shipment coordination and satisfaction. Leadership responsibilities include: performing associate development, teaming building and team performance, plan a weekly and monthly labor schedule, team safety oversight and Safety Committee member, lead and perform strategic planning of responsible area, lead and coordinate daily crew meetings, control pilferage and internal damage, responsible for policies & regulations compliance in all departments~ Warehouse Operations Foreman 3 years—Promoted~ Warehouse Loader and Palletizer 3 years—Promoted Show less

Doctor Of Education - Education Leadership And Policy, Higher Education/Higher Education Administration

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration, Management And Operations

Activities and Societies: Utah State University Student Association (USU/SA) MBA program with Utah State University

Bachelor Of Science In Business (B.S.B), Business Administration-Entrepreneurship-Market Research, 3.61 Gpa Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Utah State University RCDE Student Body President Volunteer: Plan and teach “Basics of Computers” A course I.

Associate Of Science (A.S.), General Studies, 3.81

Activities and Societies: USU/SA RCDE Student Government - Utah State University Student Representative Advocate for Students.

Education record

Activities and Societies: Safety committee member