Presidential Search | Western Technical College

Western Technical College

Presidential Search

Following the announcement that current President Roger Stanford will retire in August 2026, the Western District Board has initiated the process to identify the next President of Western Technical College. The college has partnered with AGB Search firm to conduct a nationwide search for this important role.

The application process has officially opened. To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by April 10, 2026. Application materials should be submitted through the AGB Search portal at: President - Western Technical College. 

Presidential Search Profile

The Presidential Search Profile provides a summary of Western’s culture and accomplishments, highlights the Western Wisconsin region, and outlines the qualities, experiences, and priorities Western seeks in its next president. Developed with thoughtful input from employees, students, and community members, the profile captures the values, aspirations, and vision that will guide the college’s next chapter.

View The Presidential Search Profile

Anticipated Timeline

February

  • Search Committee membership is finalized
  • Listening Sessions held and Pre-Search Survey sent out
  • President Search Profile completed
  • Position is posted

April

  • Full consideration deadline for applications - April 10, 2026
  • Search Committee submits top candidates to consultant

May

  • Finalist interviews and visits to campus

June

  • Announcement of New President

Listening Sessions with Our Communities

As part of the search process, Western invited employees, students, board members, and community members to share their perspectives during a series of listening sessions held on February 3, 5-6. These conversations helped guide the development of the Presidential Leadership Profile, a document capturing the qualities, experiences, and priorities our next president must embody.

Presidential Search Committee

The Search Committee consists of the following members:

  • Chet Doering - Search Team Chair, Western District Board Treasurer
  • Michelle Greendeer-Rave - Western District Board Member
  • Kevin Hennessey - Western District Board Chair
  • Ken Peterson - Western District Board Member
  • Jeff Wieser - President, Wieser Brothers General Contractor, Inc., Alumnus
  • Claire Rueckheim - Western Instructor - Health Sciences
  • Jackie Morris - Western AEFLA Navigator
  • Elizabeth Nesius - Western Dean of General Studies
  • John Heath - Western Director of Human Resources & College Professional Development
  • Sierra Markworth - Western Student Government President
  • Majel Hein - Community Development Assistant Director at Couleecap

Jackie Kettner-Sieber, Associate Director of HR, Retention, and Employee Relations, serves as the search team liaison. She can be reached at kettner-sieberj@westerntc.edu or 608-789-6233.

News and Updates

Western President Announces Retirement - November 3, 2025

Western Launches Presidential Search - February 20, 2026

Contact Us

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