College Administration
Meet the president of ECC and his cabinet.
David Sam, PhD, JD
President
The president is the college’s chief executive officer, reporting to the board of trustees. The president guides internal operations which ensure student success and meet the current and emerging needs of the community. More»
Rose DiGerlando, MA
Vice president of teaching, learning & student development
This office is dedicated to student success through coordination of the college’s academic programs and services. The vice president oversees all instructional divisions, learning resources and student services. More»
Sharon Konny, MBA
Vice president of business & finance
Business, financial services and facilities are managed through this office. More»
Ned Coonen, MS
Chief information officer
This office is responsible for information technology and auxiliary services. More»
Janelle Crowley, MBA, MA, IPMA-CP
Chief human resources officer
This office is responsible for building and maintaining optimal conditions for our organization and our workforce. More»
Paula Amenta, MS
Chief marketing communications officer
In addition to oversight of publications, public events and the college’s website, this office develops and implements effective, integrated institutional marketing and public relations plans and processes, as well as oversees the college’s legislative initiatives.
Philip Garber, PhD
Executive director of planning & institutional effectiveness
This office is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of a broad range of processes related to strategic planning, analysis and/or evaluation of the institution’s effectiveness. The executive director works with college administrators, faculty and staff to support and guide management's strategic planning activities throughout the campus.
Katherine Sawyer, CFRE
Executive director of institutional advancement & ECC Foundation
Coordinating efforts in resource development and alumni relations for the college, this office also directs grant development and resource development strategies, as well as the college’s private, not-for-profit foundation. More»
Marilyn Prentice, MBA
Paralegal, EEO/AA and FOIA officer
Serving under the direction of the president and acting as liaison with outside counsel, the paralegal is also the EEO/AA officer and the FOIA compliance officer.
Kathleen Stover, MS
Senior executive assistant to the president
Under the direction of the president, the executive assistant is responsible for the operational needs of both the president and the board of trustees, is the local election official, and acts as chief liaison between the president and the public, employees, students, board of trustees, ECC Foundation directors and public officials.