PRESIDENT , SOKA UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA
WHY:Leads Aliso Viejo-based private institution, with 103-acre campus just 2 miles from the Pacific Ocean. Close to half of its roughly 400-student undergraduate population made up of international students. Served as COO and EVP prior to current role.
IN THE NEWS:Named the second president of Soka in July 2020.
NOTABLE:Has overseen approval and process of creating the Life Sciences concentration, the building of a new science building, residence halls, and expansion of the student body and faculty by 30%.
