Regional Governance Board
The Regional Governance Board was established in Spring 2020 to provide oversight and guidance to the entire Career Connect Southwest system. The main purpose of the Governance is to uphold the intent of Career Connect Washington under House Bill 2158, and to advocate regionally for the network as the single point of contact for career connected learning in the region.
Current Board Executives
The Governance Board is a cross-sector, multi-regional group of Executives who serve a two-year term.
Co-Chair
Amy Martinez, CEO, South Central Workforce Council
Co-Chair
Mel Netzhammer, Chancellor, WSUV
Officer (Gorge)
Ingrid Colvard, Superintendent, Stevenson-Carson SD
Officer (Gorge)
Kristyn Fix, Gorge Tech Alliance Coordinator, MCEDD
Officer (North)
Emily McBride, R & D Applications Manager, Lanxess
Officer (North)
Chris Bailey, President of Lower Columbia College
Officer (North)
Eric Nerison, Superintendent Kalama Schools
Officer (North)
Ted Sprague, Director, Cowlitz Economic Development Council
Officer (Regional)
Tim Merlino, Superintendent, ESD112
Officer (Clark)
Dr. Karin Edwards, President, Clark College
Officer (Clark, North)
Miriam Martin, CEO, Workforce Southwest Washington