Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees serves as the primary governing body for Central Piedmont Community College, acting as the bridge between the institution and the community it serves. Their role is to ensure the college remains financially sound and academically relevant by setting long-term policy, approving the annual budget, and selecting the college president. Ultimately, they are responsible for upholding the college’s mission to provide accessible, high-quality education that fuels the local economy and empowers students.

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Caldwell Rose

Chair

President of NAI Southern Real Estate. He has served as a trustee since 2015 and brings over 30 years of experience in commercial real estate, specializing in land assemblages and investment representation.

Lucia Zapata Griffith

Vice Chair

CEO and founding principal of METRO Landmarks Construction and Architecture. She is an active community leader focused on economic mobility and Latina-based mentoring, and has served as a trustee since 2022.

Weston Andress

Regional President for PNC Bank in Western Carolina. Appointed by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board of Education, he leverages his extensive financial sector experience to guide the college’s strategic growth.

Gabriel J. Esparza

A business leader with expertise in global business development and strategy. Reappointed in 2023, he ensures college programs align with evolving workforce needs and the regional economy.

Janet LaBar

Executive Director of the Women's Impact Fund. She focuses on regional prosperity and economic development, ensuring the college remains a primary catalyst for local talent.

Arrington Mixon

A community leader with a background in investment banking and philanthropy. She provides expertise in organizational leadership and finance to support the college’s mission of providing accessible education.

Bradford Muller

Vice President of Corporate Communications at Charlotte Pipe and Foundry. Joined the board in 2025, bringing 35+ years of experience in government relations and brand positioning.

Andrew Sprenger

Regional Operations Manager for SanStone Health & Rehabilitation with expertise in healthcare operations, finance, and business analytics. He holds a finance degree from The Ohio State University and previously worked for MidCap Financial and Wells Fargo.

Patricia Rodgers

Former CEO of Rodgers Builders and a Central Piedmont alumna. She previously chaired the Central Piedmont Foundation Board and rejoined the Board of Trustees in 2025.

Khalif J. Rhodes

Managing attorney at The Rhodes Firm. Has served as a trustee since 2021, bringing expertise in governance and expanding access to education across Mecklenburg County.

Bertram Scott

A retired healthcare executive and current director of Becton, Dickinson and Company. Appointed by Governor Roy Cooper, he provides counsel on workforce training alignment with community needs and corporate governance.

Alison Summerville

Partner at Nexus Search Partners and previous executive at Ally Financial. Appointed by the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners, she is highly focused on sound financial governance, corporate citizenship and strategic administration.