About the Evaluator

Experienced NSF ATE grant evaluator with proven track record assessing program outcomes, workforce development effectiveness, and educational impact across multiple ATE national centers and projects. Former NSF Centers of Excellence Director/Co-Director providing unique operational and assessment perspective. Specializes in curriculum evaluation, student success metrics, industry partnership assessment, and program sustainability analysis. 40+ years STEM education experience, four textbooks authored. Current adjunct professor with extensive industry connections through Verizon leadership, Microsoft/AACC advisory roles, and Hi-Tec Conference co-founding. Top 15 US STEM faculty (2001). Employs mixed-methods evaluation approaches combining quantitative metrics with qualitative insights for comprehensive ATE program assessment and actionable improvement recommendations.

Evaluation Background

I specialize in...

  • Qualitative methods
  • Quantitative methods
  • Mixed methods
  • Culturally responsive evaluation

I have worked with projects in the areas of:

  • ATE Centers
  • ATE projects
  • NSF projects other than ATE (e.g., IUSE, S-STEM, AISL, HSI, ADVANCE)
  • Projects at two-year colleges

Training and Certifications

  • Professional development workshops, webinars, or online courses on evaluation

Outside of Work, I enjoy...

… offshore fishing, spending time with family, exploring new places, and pursuing hobbies that keep me connected to the outdoors.

A Successful Evaluation...

… provides actionable insights that drive program improvement while documenting measurable impact on student outcomes, workforce development, and industry partnerships, ensuring accountability and sustainability for continued funding.

My Working Style...

… is collaborative and systematic, emphasizing stakeholder engagement, data-driven analysis, and clear communication to ensure evaluation findings are accessible and actionable for program improvement and decision-making.

Evaluator Details

Education

M.S. Electrical Engineering

Stem Discipline

Advanced Manufacturing Technologies Agricultural and Environmental Technologies Bio and Chemical Technologies Engineering Technologies General or Cross-cutting Advanced Technological Education Information and Securities Technologies Micro and Nanotechnologies

Location

South Hadley, MA

ATE Central Evaluator Profile

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“Passionate about student success and workforce development, with a dedication to education innovation that transforms lives through technology education, creating pathways to meaningful careers and building stronger communities through STEM learning opportunities.”

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