Meet our ACC Board of Directors
Randy Anderson - Chair
Randy Anderson - Chair
Wealth Advisor, Traction Financial Partners
Randy loves to enjoy the outdoors in Colorado, photography, hikes, concerts, music, food and wine, festivals, travel and art. Randy has personally seen the impact that scholarships have on students at ACC, which is why he is involved with the ACC Foundation.
John "JT" Trujillo, CFP® - Immediate Past Chair
John "JT" Trujillo, CFP® - Immediate Past Chair
Principal & Portfolio Manager, CFP®
West End Wealth Management
Mr. Trujillo enjoys relationship management and helping his clients meet their financial goals. In addition to wealth management, Mr. Trujillo spends his extra time as a maker of functional objects in clay. He has a deep appreciation for the arts and has recently received his Associate’s in Studio Art from ACC with a concentration in ceramics; he is a studio potter for Trujillo Pottery.
Jarrod Lassen
Jarrod Lassen
President, FirstBank, Douglas County Market
Jarrod joined the ACC Foundation Board because he believes community colleges fill a vital role; providing affordable, quality education and job skills training. He states “I am proof positive of the impact a community college can have in shaping an individual’s future.”
Libby Bortz, LCSW
Libby Bortz, LCSW
Psychiatric Social Worker, Private Practice
Libby loves skiing, tennis, theatre, symphony and traveling. When asked why she decided to join the ACC Foundation Board she stated “My parents told me it was important for me to educate my heart as well as my brain; working with the ACC Foundation provides me with the opportunity to do both.”
James B Fairbanks
James B Fairbanks
Partner, Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP
James loves the Denver Nuggets, arts, theatre, wine, music, nothing “too outdoorsy.” He has a passion for education and his driving force is to stimulate his community by giving back. He would eventually like to teach and loves to inspire those who think college is not for them.
Kenneth Garry
Kenneth Garry
Owner, Kenneth D. Garry Insurance Agency
Ken became a board member because he believes education is the key to doing well in life, and community colleges are one of the most cost effective ways to get that education. He believes that if he can help to raise funds to give out as scholarships he helps more people succeed. In his spare time he enjoys participating in his local bowling league, is an active member of the Knights of Columbus, and sings in several church choirs.
Peggy King
Peggy King
Vice President - Bank Manager at Vectra Bank Colorado
Peggy joined the ACC Board because she has a passion for serving the communities within she lives and works. After being appointed to the BOD of the Greater Englewood Chamber in 2014 and serving for three years, she realized how much she loved being a part of an organization so committed to its community. “I am at the top of my passion when I’m out connecting and thriving with other businesses
John Libby
John Libby
Ad Manager, ValPak and Real Estate Broker at Keller Williams
John loves to run, play his guitar, and write. He wants to give back to the community and students that served him at the beginning of his career. He also wants to change lives through education. Mother, mother-in-law and sister-in-law, wife all are ACC Alumni.
Rhonda Lord
Rhonda Lord
Owner / President, Express Employment Professionals
Rhonda enjoys baking and cooking as was a past owner of a catering company. She enjoys family and arts & crafts. She firmly believes education is a vital requirement to employment, as a Business Owner for over 27 years, she can attest to this. This is one of many reasons why she wants to give back through ACC, Douglas County and the surrounding community.
Dr. Linda Lujan
Dr. Linda Lujan
Lamar Community College, President (retired)
As a first-generation, adult re-entry student my very first higher education experience (a wonderful one) was at Arapahoe Community College. ACC was where I started the journey that led to my long career, and I want to provide the same opportunities to students like me. Being part of the ACC Foundation Board lets me give back in a meaningful way.
Laura Reinhold
Laura Reinhold
Director of Member Experience Center, Credit Union of Colorado
Laura enjoys traveling, attending live music and theater performances, browsing art festivals, and having new adventures with family and friends. Laura started her college career at a neighborhood community college, and that experience influenced her to encourage others to pursue their dreams through education. She is honored to be a part of the ACC Foundation board where she can bring her passion for people and learning together.
Matt Sieger
Matt Sieger
Managing Partner
BW Education Services
As a 30-year veteran working in and around higher education, Matt is a strong believer in ACC's mission. His primary interest lies in uncovering how to help people achieve their personal and career objectives. Matt states: "I believe higher education is as close to a sure thing as we can get toward providing people with a pathway for personal and professional success and satisfaction." Matt and his wife, Holly, spend much of their time shuttling their two teenage age children from activity to activity.
Heidi Taylor
Heidi Taylor
Retired Neuro-trauma RN
Heidi joined the ACC Foundation because she views a community college education as a catalyst for change and opportunity. Heidi enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, swimming, skiing, hiking and attending theatre, concerts, art festivals and sporting competitions.
Charlie Vail
Charlie Vail
DVM, Littleton Equine Medical Center
Charlie states that he is a “huge fan of ACC since its founding...have taken courses and will take more...ACC is integral to my community and my business."
Ned White
Ned White
Retired CEO Architecture / Planning / Interiors, Intergroup Inc.
Ned’s outside activities are skiing, mountain biking and golf. As a first generation college graduate, he values and understands the importance of education and believes that community colleges play a vital role in their community and provide opportunities for alternative career paths.
Stephanie J. Fujii, PhD
Stephanie J. Fujii, PhD
Ex-Officio Member
President
Arapahoe Community College
Lisa Matye Edwards, PhD
Lisa Matye Edwards, PhD
Ex-Officio Member
Vice President of Student Affairs
Arapahoe Community College
Cheryl Calhoun, PhD
Cheryl Calhoun, PhD
Ex-Officio Member
Provost and Vice President of Instruction
Arapahoe Community College
Julie Beggs
Julie Beggs
Ex-Officio Member
Vice President of Economic Mobility & Workforce Innovation
Arapahoe Community College
Cynthia Koenck
Cynthia Koenck
Ex-Officio Member
Director, Grants Development
Arapahoe Community College
