Go Get IT (GGIT)

Brenda Newhouse is the Occupational Program Director for Digital Arts and Photography and a full-time faculty member in the Art Department at Mesa Community College, where she teaches graphic design and self-promotion classes. Brenda is a first-generation college graduate who started her academic career as a web design student at Mesa Community College in 1999. She eventually earned an AAS degree in Web Design from MCC. In 2004, she earned a BAS from ASU in Digital Media Management with an emphasis in web design. While pursuing her degrees, she formed Newhouse Studios, a boutique business focused on web design and online marketing for local small businesses. She believes education is the most efficient path to exploring and finding our talents, growing our confidence, and empowering ourselves to have our most fulfilling, meaningful lives possible.

My name is Mike MacLean from Advanced Technologies Consultants (ATC). I have been with ATC and in the business for 10 years, and love helping a variety of Educational and Training Programs! In my spare time I enjoy spending time with family, golfing and any water sport.

With over 20 years of experience in the technology sector, I have worked across commercial, government, and healthcare industries, navigating the transformative impact of technology on traditional processes. My career includes extensive work in health care, where I’ve seen firsthand how technology reshapes patient care, data management, and regulatory compliance. I have over a decade of expertise in developing, enforcing, and auditing data usage controls, ensuring robust and compliant systems. As a professor of Computer Information Systems, I am committed to preparing students to tackle the challenges and opportunities presented by technology’s rapid evolution in various sectors.

Nichole Neal is a full-time residential faculty member and co-lead in the engineering department under the Division of Physical Sciences and Engineering at Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC). She serves as the advisor for the Society of Women Engineers CGCC Affiliate, the first and only affiliate from an Arizona community college. Neal’s engineering career began in the automotive industry and ended in commercial development. Neal holds a B.S. in electrical engineering from GMI Engineering and Management Institute (now Kettering University) and an M.S. in manufacturing systems engineering from Kettering University.

Ramonda joined Scottsdale Community College’s IT Department in 2024. She is a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), and holds a BA and MS, with a strong background in management, administrative support, and project coordination. Ramonda is an integral member of the IT team and collaborates on many campus projects. She is currently pursuing her BS in IT Management.

 
Lori Bold has been with Scottsdale Community College for 8 years, the last 4 years as a Project Manager. She holds a BS in Business Administration/Finance. Lori has experience with projects of all sizes. Everything from Production Project Manager of a weekly NBC High School Sports Show to a team member of multiple SCC campus building projects. It’s all fun to her.

Jennie is a global brand expert who has worked in 26 countries and published in nine. She shares stories in powerful ways and inspires others to do the same. As the Visual Communications Program Director at SCC, she equips students with real-world skills and attitudes that lead to great jobs. She shows how creativity and strategy combine to make ideas stand out. Jennie helps students find their voices, use visuals to tell stories, and turn ideas into action. She believes everyone can learn to communicate in ways that inspire, connect, and open doors to exciting opportunities.

Sean Geraghty joined SCC as Resident Faculty in Fall 2024. Previously, he worked in a variety of industries, including petroleum, supercomputing, telecommunications, information technology, management consulting, and enterprise software. His specialty is in leveraging computer technology with applied mathematics, statistics, and modeling techniques to solve business problems and make better data-driven business decisions. His most recent roles involved leading international teams of data scientists at enterprise software companies, developing advanced analytics technologies. Dr. Geraghty began his college education at a community college in Florida and ultimately received his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Houston.

My name is Phil Waclawski, and I am a Computer Information Systems Faculty member at MCC, where I have taught classes in Game development, Data Analytics, Linux, and more. I've also run multi-media summer camps.

Dr. Sheila Brandt is a Professor of Computer Information Systems (CIS) at Scottsdale Community College (SCC). She teaches courses in Data Analytics, Object-Oriented Systems Analysis and Design, and Computer Programming. Sheila has been a Residential Faculty member at SCC since 2001. During her tenure at SCC in addition to her teaching responsibilities, she has held various positions of leadership, both at the college and district-wide level. Prior to joining SCC, Sheila held various positions in industry, including Chief Information Officer, Information Systems Consultant, Application Developer, and Programmer/Analyst. Sheila has a Ph.D. and an M.S. in Management Information Systems from the University of Arizona, Tucson.

 
I am a Professor at CGCC. Been in the IT industry for 24 years where I have built websites for college athletic departments, including all Maricopa Community College athletic websites. I have also tested and implemented front-end software and was an IT Director and an IT project manager using data analytics through the life cycle of a project. I love to travel and hang with my family and play with my dog. I have coached multiple sports, but have a passion for soccer and track and field. I used to be an avid long-distance runner as a passion and competitively.

 
J.E. (Jeff) Hardee has worked for over 25 years in network and security engineering in the Phoenix area while also teaching IT subjects to students at several campuses in the Maricopa County Community College District. Jeff is also a Doctoral student in Ubiquity University's School of Science and Consciousness where he is examining, among other exciting topics, how human consciousness and quantum computers may interact.