ITC Committees

The Instructional Technology Council is strategically led by the Executive Officers, Board of Directors, and many dedicated and talented ITC members! Involvement in a committee offers the opportunity to participate in the strategic planning of the association's growth and direction, provides volunteers exceptional leadership and development roles, and naturally advances networking and connection opportunities within the industry!

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Finance and Executive Committee

Chair: Leslie Von Wolvelear

The Finance and Executive Committee oversees ITC's financial health and operational sustainability. Responsibilities include monitoring the annual operating budget, reviewing event budgets, providing fiscal oversight for grants and partnerships, and recommending policies with financial implications. The committee ensures that ITC's resources are aligned with its strategic priorities and supports responsible investments that sustain the organization's mission.

Marketing and Communications Committee

Co-Chairs: Dee Dee Pfister & Dana Salkowsky

The Marketing and Communications Committee supports ITC's efforts by developing and managing marketing materials, newsletters, campaigns, website content, and other outreach strategies that raise awareness of ITC programs, professional development opportunities, and resources for distance learning professionals.

Strategic Partnerships Committee

Chair: Nadine Edwards

Collaboration is essential to advancing innovation in online learning. The Strategic Partnerships Committee focuses on building relationships across higher education, technology, nonprofit, and private sectors to support ITC's mission. This includes engaging with colleges, edtech companies, associations, research organizations, and other stakeholders to identify collaborative projects, shared events, and partnership opportunities that enhance ITC's impact and support its members. This committee will work closely with other committees to ensure mutually beneficial opportunities for ITC's partners.

Membership and Engagement Committee

Co-Chairs: Josie Milliken & Rich Senker

The Membership and Engagement Committee is dedicated to enhancing the ITC member experience and strengthening connections within the ITC community. The committee focuses on Board membership, member recruitment, and general membership.  Additionally, the Committee supports new member onboarding, recognizes member achievements through ITC’s Awards program, finds ways to include volunteers, and promotes ongoing member engagement.  It works closely with other ITC committees to develop programs, awards, and resources that provide tangible values to members and non-members.

Annual Conference and Events Committee

Chair: Chad McKenzie

The Annual Conference and Events Committee leads the planning and execution of ITC's flagship events, including its annual conference, and special events. The committee focuses on delivering high-quality, engaging programming that reflects ITC's commitment to supporting online learning professionals. Responsibilities include developing event themes, coordinating logistics and event budgets, securing speakers, and evaluating event outcomes to ensure continuous improvement.

AI Affinity and Emerging Technologies Committee

Co-Chairs: Fred Lokken & Katie Wheeler

The AI Affinity and Emerging Technologies Committee explores the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, instructional technology, and emerging tools that impact online teaching and learning. This group identifies trends, shares resources, and advises ITC on how to support members in navigating new technologies to enhance student success and instructional effectiveness. Members periodically contribute research and perspectives for publication to AACC’s CCDaily and takes lead on the Spring Summit focused on AI and/or Emerging Tech in eLearning, collaborating with other associated committees to produce the event.

Leadership Academy Development Committee

Co-Chairs: Rich Senker &  Brittany Hochstaetter

The Leadership Academy Development Committee plans, coordinates, and executes the annual Leadership Academy and coordinates alumni connections throughout the year. Special attention is given to cultivating faculty and mentors from the ITC Community through outreach and recruitment.

Strategic Planning Committee

Co-Chairs: Cynthia Krutsinger & Ian Coronado

The Strategic Planning Committee supports ITC’s mission by helping guide the organization’s future direction and its role in the evolving landscape of distance and online education. The committee leads ITC’s annual survey of distance education among community colleges and member institutions, using the results to identify trends, emerging needs, opportunities, and challenges facing the field. Through this work, the committee provides insight that informs ITC’s priorities, programs, advocacy, and member support while also helping the organization anticipate the future of distance education. By engaging members in meaningful data collection, reflection, and forward-looking planning, the Strategic Planning Committee strengthens ITC’s ability to serve as a responsive, relevant, and visionary voice for community colleges and digital learning leaders.