Executive Division

The Executive Division ensures that the Colorado Commission on Higher Education and Department of Higher Education’s array of policies are coordinated, consistent and aligned to address the goals of the Department’s strategic plan, the Governor’s agenda and the needs of Colorado’s postsecondary students. The Division is responsible for strategic efforts impacting higher education in the state and departmental operations.

Staff List: 

• Holston, JB, Department Executive Director
• Johnson, Tricia, Deputy Executive Director/ Chief Operating Officer
• Allen, Carrie, Human Resource Generalist
• Edinger, Abby, Executive Assistant
• Harvey, Amy, Senior Human Resources Director
• Newland, Brent, IT Support Technician III
• Omran, Taryn, Director of Operations and Project Management
• Quinn, Phillip, IT Systems Administrator II
• Rogers, Jimmy, Director of Information Technology

For more information contact the Executive Team: Questions@dhe.state.co.us