Elmore Lowery, Ed.d
Sanford,FL
Summary
Having more than two decades of leadership experience in public service and higher education, I have consistently advanced institutional missions that expand access, elevate academic quality, and foster equitable opportunities and students' success. My work emphasizes the development and implementation of academic and workforce development programs through deliberate curriculum planning, cross-divisional collaboration, and strategic faculty and partnership recruitment. I embrace every opportunity yo broaden pathways to degree completion and to meet evolving regional workforce needs.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Academic Dean
Seminole State College
10.2024 - Current
- Provide strategic academic leadership to advance program quality, innovation, and student success across public safety disciplines.
- Lead curriculum development, faculty support, and interdisciplinary program design aligned to labor market needs.
- Oversee budgeting, resource allocation, and contract compliance for the Center; implement forecasting to inform program investment.
- Build partnerships with industry, community organizations, and academic institutions to expand training and placement opportunities.
- Mentor faculty and staff, promote professional development, and foster a collaborative, inclusive academic culture.
- Led accreditation processes, ensuring compliance with regional and national standards.
- Developed academic policies to enhance student success and institutional effectiveness.
- Fostered partnerships with community organizations to expand educational opportunities for diverse populations.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to improve retention rates and student performance outcomes.
- Managed faculty recruitment and development programs to promote excellence in teaching.
- Conducted regular assessments of academic programs, driving continuous improvement initiatives across departments.
President / Chief Executive Officer
01.2019 - Current
- Designed and implemented a reentry system for juvenile offenders, increasing enrollment opportunities and measurable success indicators.
- Launched an ongoing mentorship program focused on family engagement and community support; analyzed aggregate student data to inform interventions.
- Distributed revised best practices for educating and supporting students of color; identified trends and roadblocks and collaborated with stakeholders to craft improvement strategies.
- Built and led a professional research team; developed training and mentoring programs that increased success rates of underserved youth by 40%.
Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
Keiser University
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Coordinated academic, curricular, student, and faculty affairs through shared governance processes.
- Supported recruitment, admissions, retention, and reentry management activities; aligned enrollment initiatives with academic capacity.
- Assisted in faculty hiring, evaluation, and development in collaboration with program leadership.
- Advanced college DEI objectives and oversaw implementation of inclusive practices and policies.
- Collaborated with faculty to design innovative curricula aligning with accreditation standards.
- Developed and implemented academic policies to enhance student success and institutional effectiveness.
- Oversaw accreditation compliance efforts, ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines and standards.
- Led strategic planning initiatives, improving academic program offerings based on market demand.
Vice President for Student Supports
Community In Schools (CISNC)
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Generated over $200K in contracts from local school districts through targeted outreach and negotiated agreements.
- Outlined and executed growth and expansion strategies presented and implemented a personnel engagement initiative to strengthen staff performance.
- Designed and delivered organization-wide professional development and a project plan focused on personnel growth; coordinated implementation with staff.
- Reduced turnover by 7% by streamlining HR processes and introducing improved best practices and procedures.
- Established key partnerships and led fundraising efforts to increase third-party funding; maintained ongoing partner communications.
- Ensured academic integrity and regulatory compliance with institutional policies, accreditation standards, and state/federal requirements.
- Directed faculty coaching and professional development; provided leadership in academic personnel procedures and hiring/retention practices.
- Led the accreditation process from initiation through completion; drafted and edited accreditation documentation and coordinated reviews with legal counsel and senior leadership.
- Facilitated regular collaborative meetings among academic leaders to support strategic alignment.
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance community engagement and support for at-risk students.
- Developed partnerships with local organizations to expand resources and services for students and families.
- Spearheaded advocacy efforts, influencing policy changes to benefit educational equity and access in the community.
Adjunct Professor of Criminal Justice
ECPI University
08.2014 - 01.2023
- Led curriculum development, project management, and student advisement for criminal justice courses.
- Implemented streamlined instructional materials and collaborated with faculty and deans to refine academic programs.
- Championed active-learning initiatives to increase student engagement and workforce readiness.
- Facilitated classroom discussions, promoting critical thinking and effective communication among students.
- Designed and delivered engaging course materials to enhance student learning experiences.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop curriculum that aligns with industry standards and educational goals.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
Dean of Academic Affairs
Robeson Community College
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Implemented a student-centered system of care to document student concerns and inform leadership decision-making.
- Drafted and instituted a policy requiring Dean-level review of student complaints; partnered with leadership to revise policies promoting student agency and success.
- Ensured academic integrity and compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.
- Coached and developed faculty in evidence-based teaching practices; supported recruitment, retention, and mentoring of diverse, high-caliber faculty.
- Provided leadership in developing and implementing academic personnel procedures.
- Led curriculum development initiatives to enhance academic programs and ensure alignment with institutional goals.
- Oversaw accreditation processes, ensuring compliance with national standards and continuous improvement of educational quality.
- Managed academic advising services, improving student retention through targeted support and personalized guidance.
Dean of College and Career Readiness /Assistant Professor
Fayetteville Technical Community College
08.2016 - 05.2022
- Increased student engagement by 26% by implementing inclusive classroom systems and mentoring strategies.
- Grew course enrollment by 20% per semester through targeted outreach and individualized student planning.
- Maintained a >95% course completion rate and raised student retention by 30%, achieving a 98% success rate through faculty training and retention initiatives.
- Secured and managed an operational budget exceeding $3M to support sustainable student services and retention programs.
- Expanded staff training funds by $55K and developed staff development programs to strengthen instructional capacity.
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance academic programs and curriculum development.
- Fostered partnerships with community stakeholders to strengthen educational outreach efforts.
- Oversaw faculty recruitment, development, and performance evaluations to ensure high teaching standards.
- Directed budget management and resource allocation to optimize operational efficiency across departments.
- Navigated complex regulatory compliance requirements to maintain accreditation standards.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to improve institutional effectiveness and student outcomes.
Assistant Special Agent in Charge
North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI)
01.2005 - 08.2016
- Provided leadership and ethics training to state and local law enforcement executives to reduce corruption and institutional liability.
- Reviewed complaints and investigative data; identified targeted areas for operational improvement.
- Piloted a statewide initiative to streamline delivery and transfer of sensitive criminal information; collaborated with prosecutors to ensure adherence to best practices.
- Developed and implemented educational training programs for state and local officials.
- Developed and implemented training programs for agents, fostering professional growth and departmental knowledge.
- Led strategic investigations into complex criminal activities, enhancing operational efficiency and case resolution.
- Analyzed crime trends to inform strategic planning initiatives, improving response strategies across divisions.
- Established protocols for evidence handling, increasing compliance with legal standards and operational integrity.
Joint Terrorism Task Force – Counterintelligence Criminal Agent
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
03.2008 - 06.2011
- Investigated terrorism-related activity and compiled sensitive intelligence and criminal investigative material.
- Piloted projects to streamline transferal of criminal and intelligence information across jurisdictions, improving interagency coordination.
- Trained state and local officials on identifying and mitigating terrorism- and corruption-related threats; prepared and submitted investigative reports in compliance with federal standards.
- Led investigations to uncover criminal activities and ensure national security.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to gather intelligence and enhance operational effectiveness.
- Developed strategic plans to address emerging threats and improve response protocols.
- Implemented new technologies to streamline investigative processes and improve case management efficiency.
Education
Ph.D. - Doctorate in Business Administration
South College
Knoxville, TN11.2025
Ph.D. - Executive Leadership in Higher Education
Wingate University
Wingate, NC05-2015
Doctorate (Specialist) - Higher Education Executive Leadership
Wingate University
01.2015
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Fayetteville State University
01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Methodist University
01.1999
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Methodist University
01.1999
Skills
- Visionary Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Fundraising
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
- Regulatory Compliance
- Student Success Strategies
- Retention Strategies
- Budget Development
- Collaborative partnerships
Timeline
Academic Dean
Seminole State College
10.2024 - Current
Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
Keiser University
08.2024 - 10.2024
Vice President for Student Supports
Community In Schools (CISNC)
10.2022 - 12.2023
Dean of Academic Affairs
Robeson Community College
05.2022 - 10.2022
President / Chief Executive Officer
01.2019 - Current
Dean of College and Career Readiness /Assistant Professor
Fayetteville Technical Community College
08.2016 - 05.2022
Adjunct Professor of Criminal Justice
ECPI University
08.2014 - 01.2023
Joint Terrorism Task Force – Counterintelligence Criminal Agent
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
03.2008 - 06.2011
Assistant Special Agent in Charge
North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI)
01.2005 - 08.2016
Doctorate (Specialist) - Higher Education Executive Leadership
Wingate University
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Fayetteville State University
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Methodist University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Methodist University
Ph.D. - Doctorate in Business Administration
South College
Ph.D. - Executive Leadership in Higher Education
Wingate University
Selected Achievements
- Directed budgeting and forecasting processes to ensure operational sustainability while supporting program expansion and quality improvement.
- Led cross-functional teams to standardize operational practices and performance frameworks, improving consistency and accountability across multi-site operations.
- Championed data-driven program evaluation using CRM and analytics tools to inform strategic priorities and enhance service quality.
- Strengthened community partnerships and integrated philanthropic engagement into operational planning to expand long-term capacity.
- Developed leadership pipelines and coaching programs resulting in measurable improvements in staff retention and operational performance.