Robert Anderson
Mr. Anderson is Manager of Systems Development at Syscom, Inc. He spent several years in managerial and executive positions at CSX Technology prior to joining Syscom. Bob holds an M.A. in Theology from The Ecumenical Institute, and M.B.A. from Loyola College. He teaches in the Bachelor of Science Program. Mr. Anderson also holds an advanced certificate in Biblical Studies from St. Mary's University and is currently working on his Ph.D. in Pauline Theology at the Graduate Theological Foundation.
Patricia Barrett
Patricia was born in West Virginia and graduated from Concord College in Athens, West Virginia with a teaching degree. After college she served with Campus Crusade for Christ teaching in Kenya for two years. Patricia received her master’s degree from Bethel Seminary in San Diego in 1996 and has taught as adjunct faculty for Bethel San Diego and Bethel Seminary of the East for several years. Patricia began teaching at Nyack DC in 2007.
Dr. David E. Bjork
Dr. Bjork brings to Nyack College - D.C. extensive interest, experience and expertise to the subjects of globalization, multiculturalism and cross-cultural communication. The author of numerous publications, he holds a Maistaire (Diplome d'Etudes Approfondies) and Ph.D. from the University of Paris, Sorbonne, and a Ph.D. from the University of Strasbourg.
Christina Bynum
Christina has served in Christian ministry and non-profit organizations for over 30 years. As a pastor’s wife involved in church planting, ministry development, and leadership training, Christina co-founded the Catherine Foundation Pregnancy Care Center, a non-profit agency serving Southern Maryland since 1983. She received her M.Ed. from Regent University and her B.S from Nyack College where she now serves as a faculty member in the accelerated Bachelor of Science program.
David J. Chappell
David is an experienced college-level professor and administrator in business and management areas of study. He is currently a senior research analyst working with the Department of Defense. His educational background includes: MBA, Liberty University, B.S., Nyack College, A.A.S., Community College of the Air Force and is a doctorial student in education at Liberty University. David is a primary instructor in the Bachelor of Organizational Management degree program and is a faculty member in Nyack DC’s Master of Organizational Leadership program.
Dr. Manuel A. Cordero
Dr. Cordero is a noted speaker and trainer in the area of crisis counseling and marriage and family issues. Dr. Cordero’s educational background includes: D.Min., Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary, M.Div., Assemblies of God Theological seminary, B.S. in Biblical Studies from Central Bible College. Dr. Cordero serves as Chaplain and Administrative Program Manager for the Bureau of Prisons, Washington DC. He is a faculty member in Nyack DC’s Bachelor of Science of Organizational Management program and the traditional undergraduate program.
Terance James Davis
Mr. Davis is a Field Service Trainer and Instructor for R4 Incorporated. Mr. Davis brings a background in the military and public education to his work. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Management, a Master of Science degree in Education and is currently working on his doctorate in Education Administrator Leadership.
Dr. Karen S. Fenton-LeShore
Dr. Fenton-LeShore is the Director of the Nyack DC Master of Science in Organizational Leadership (MSOL) and a full-time professor in the Nyack DC’s Master of Organizational Leadership program. Her professional background includes serving in the Office of Planning, Policy and Program Support for the Child and Family Services Agency in Washington, DC. Her educational background includes: Ph. D. in Organizational Leadership, Regent University, MSSW, Columbia University, BSW, State University of New York.
Dr. Richard L. Gathro
Dr. Gathro is Dean of the Nyack-D.C. campus and Assistant to the President in New York. He has held several leadership positions in higher education and has taught on both the graduate and undergraduate level. Dr. Gathro holds an M.T.S. degree from Wesley Theological Seminary and an M.A. degree from Marymount University. His Ed.D was earned from the Graduate Theological Foundation, with all of his residency requirements completed at the University of Oxford.
Ed Green
Ed Green brings over thirty years experience in senior management and executive positions in the U.S. Marine Corps and in the civilian business sector. His teaching experience includes Leadership Instructor and Leadership Department Head, U.S. Naval Academy. Ed’s present position is Adjunct Professor, Nyack College, DC Campus in the Master of Science, Organizational Leadership Program. His education includes a B.S. in Education from West Chester University and an MLS from Johns Hopkins University. Mr. Green is also an Executive Coach, specializing in leadership development and organization improvement.
George C. Hairston
George Hairston comes to Nyack with an extensive background in leadership development, creation of “high performance team,” business improvement, organizational change and business operation management. Mr. Hairston has served as a consultant with major corporations such as General Electric, JC Penny’s Citibank and JP Morgan. He is Found and Executive Director of Success Warriors, Inc, a Christian non-profit and an educational consulting service firm. His education includes ABD status towards his Ph. D. at George Washington University, M.A. from Creighton University and a B.S. from Howard University. He is the Director of Admissions and Marketing along with serving as a primary faculty member at Nyack DC campus.
Dr. Jerry S. Herbert
Dr. Herbert is a Visiting Fellow and Faculty Adjunct at Nyack-D.C. He is former Executive Director of the Carolina Study Center and Director of Washington, D.C.'s American Studies Program. Dr. Herbert holds an M.A. and Ph.D. in Political Science from Duke University. He teaches in both the graduate and undergraduate program, specializing in ethics and worldview. IN addition, Dr. Herbert is assisting with the development of the Washington Institute for Public Service & Policy Devevlopment at Nyack.
Jacqueline Jiles
Jackie's professional background includes over a decade of experience in the pharmaceutical industry throughout the Northeast region. Her educational background includes: B.S. Business Administration, Morgan State University, MBA, Morgan State University and is a current candidate for her PhD. Jackie is a faculty member in the Bachelor of Organizational Management degree program.
Dr. Marie C. Johns
Dr. Johns is a distinguished executive with over 20 years experience in the telecommunications industry. She is currently a Managing Member of L&L Consulting, LLC. Prior to joining L&L, Dr. Johns was President of Verizon Washington D.C. and Bell Atlantic Washington, D.C., respectively. She is the recipient of over 100 awards for business and civic leadership, including a Greater Washington Business Hall of Fame Laureate and an honorary doctorate from Trinity University. Ms. Johns holds a Bachelor of Science degree and a Master in Public Affairs degree from the School of Public & Environmental Affairs at Indiana University. She has also done postgraduate work at Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government and the University of Virginia Darden School of Business Administration.
Dr. Patricia R. Johnson
Patricia provides leadership to the DC campus as Associate Dean. Her professional background includes working as a consultant for the Organization for Economic and Cooperative Development (OECD) in Paris, France; a lawyer and professional staff person on the Select Committee on Hunger in the U.S. House of Representatives, and political appointee at the Agency for International Development. She is an ordained minister, speaker and author. Patricia’s educational background includes: Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership from Regent University, J.D., Howard University, B.A., Spelman College, B.A. in Theology, Christian Life Seminary of Theology and a Diploma in Advanced International Legal Studies from The McGeorge School of Law, Salzburg Austria campus.
Sherrie Lawson
Sherrie was the Academic Resources Coordinator for the Accelerated Degree Completion Program and is now a full-time professor in the Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management program. Her professional background includes 7 years in corporate finance, working for such companies as the former First Union National Bank now Wachovia, Daimler-Chrysler Financial Services and the Fannie Mae Corporation. She received her Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and her Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Nyack College. Ms. Lawson is currently working on her Ph.D. on leadership and organizational change within the School of Applied Management and Decision Science at Walden University.
Dr. Sonya Merrill
Dr. Merrill holds a Master of Community Planning (the University of Pennsylvania), an M.B.A. (Drexel University), and a Ph.D. in Business Administration (Temple University). She brings extensive background in healthcare and business to Nyack. Currently in business for herself as a management consultant and executive coach, Dr. Merrill is a published scholar.
Gregg Palmer
Gregg holds undergraduate degrees in management and psychology. He also possesses advanced degrees in counseling, and organizational leadership. He is currently pursuing his PhD in Clinical Psychology. He is the CEO of New Horizons Inc., a human health services non-profit organization which services substance abusing, homeless and unemployed ex-convicts. He is an ordained minister with extensive pastoral experience, and a pastor's heart. His desire is to see God's people realize and fulfill their God given purposes.
Vanessa Perry
Ms. Perry is President and C.E.O. of Health Care Solutions, Inc. in Washington, D.C. She brings to Nyack an extensive background in healthcare management, corporate communications and training. Ms. Perry holds an M.P.H. (public Health) from George Washington University and is completing her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology at Walden University.
Jacqueline R. Scott
Jacqueline is Senior Program Director for the National Academy for State Health Policy and an adjunct professor at Georgetown University Law School. Jacqueline's professional experience includes her previous position as the Co-Director for Georgetown University's Harrison Institute for Public Law. Her experience also includes working in the field of policy development as a senior research and policy associate and as a senior Policy Advisor and Legislative Counsel. Her educational background includes: B.A., J.D. and M.L. from Georgetown University.
Dervant Wiltshire
Dervant has a strong teaching background and over 19 years experience in information systems technology and quality assurance. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Applied Management and Decision Science at Walden University, with specialization in Leadership and Organizational Change. Dervant has a M.S. degree in Organizational Leadership from Nyack College, Washington, DC and a B.S. degree in Information Systems and Management, University of Maryland. He is also an adjunct professor at Nyack College for the MSOL and BS program; mainly in research methodology and statistics, economic and marketing management. Dervant has also held several leadership positions in various churches and other non-profit organizations.