Meet the senior leaders who turn strategy into action across Ozarks Tech.
The Cabinet coordinates academics, student services, finance, technology, and operations—so your classes run smoothly, support is easy to find, and the college stays student-focused.
Each member oversees a key area of the college and works closely with departments and community partners. Explore the profiles below to see who leads what and how their work advances student success.

Dr. Hal Higdon
CHANCELLOR

Dr. Aaron Light
EXECUTIVE VICE CHANCELLOR – ACADEMIC AFFAIRS/PROVOST

Rob Rector
EXECUTIVE VICE CHANCELLOR – ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

Dr. Abigail Benz
EXECUTIVE VICE CHANCELLOR – INSTITUTIONAL & STUDENT SUCCESS

Drew Courtway
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Amy Bacon
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OTC FOUNDATION/CHIEF OF STAFF

Dr. Daniel Gutirrez
VICE CHANCELLOR – STUDENT AFFAIRS

Dr. Cliff Davis
CAMPUS PRESIDENT – RICHWOOD VALLEY / VICE CHANCELLOR

Dr. Robert Griffith
CAMPUS PRESIDENT – TABLE ROCK / VICE CHANCELLOR

Dr. Dustin Childress
PRESIDENT OTC EDUCATION CENTERS

Matthew Simpson
CHIEF RESEARCH AND GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS OFFICER
