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Ramona Yarbrough

Auburn

Summary

Accomplished academic leader with 16+ years of experience in higher education, curriculum development, and strategic planning. Demonstrates expertise in faculty engagement, program accreditation, and fostering innovative approaches to teaching and learning. Proven track record in banking and corporate relations, leveraging strategic partnerships to drive growth and operational excellence.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Vice President, Academic Affairs

Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Clarkston
10.2022 - Current
  • Collaborate with the Executive Vice President to define and implement strategic academic goals
  • Lead program development, accreditation reviews, and curriculum revisions ensuring SACSCOC compliance
  • Drive faculty excellence through targeted recruitment, evaluation, and development initiatives
  • Foster institutional strategies to enhance student retention, graduation rates, and overall academic success
  • Manage academic affairs budget, ensuring resource efficiency

Adjunct Faculty, Graduate Corporate Finance

Baker College
Muskegon
01.2021 - Current
  • Develop and deliver engaging online course content using LMS platforms like Canvas and Blackboard
  • Facilitate student learning through interactive discussion boards, virtual office hours, and timely feedback
  • Ensure course assessments align with program outcomes, achieving a 95% satisfaction rate among students

Director, Curriculum, Instruction, & Professional Development

Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Clarkston
02.2021 - 10.2022
  • Spearheaded the design and implementation of quality instructional programs aligned with state and accreditation standards
  • Improved curriculum review processes, enhancing academic outcomes
  • Coordinated advisory boards to align programs with industry needs

Assistant Vice President, Small Business Banker, Merchant Services Division

Bank of America
Atlanta
01.1999 - 01.2007
  • Consulted high-net-worth individuals and corporate clients to identify growth opportunities
  • Trained and managed branch personnel, increasing cross-selling efficiency by 25%
  • Directed branch operations, achieving compliance and profitability goals for assets up to $10 million

Education

Doctor of Education - Postsecondary and Higher Education

Argosy University
Atlanta, GA
09-2018

Master of Business Administration - Management

Norwich University
Northfield, VT
05-2004

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN
05-1993

Affiliations

  • Leadership DeKalb Graduate 2025
  • 2024 SACSCOC Review Committee Member
  • 2021 GPTC Leader College Leadership Graduate
  • · GPTC Rick Perkins Outstanding Faculty Member | 2017
  • · National NISOD Excellence Award Winner | 2017

Timeline

Associate Vice President, Academic Affairs

Georgia Piedmont Technical College
10.2022 - Current

Director, Curriculum, Instruction, & Professional Development

Georgia Piedmont Technical College
02.2021 - 10.2022

Adjunct Faculty, Graduate Corporate Finance

Baker College
01.2021 - Current

Assistant Vice President, Small Business Banker, Merchant Services Division

Bank of America
01.1999 - 01.2007

Doctor of Education - Postsecondary and Higher Education

Argosy University

Master of Business Administration - Management

Norwich University

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Tennessee At Chattanooga

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