Advisory Council

RTC's Community Advisory Council brings together leaders from education, business, government and community organizations to help shape the college's future.

The council advises RTC leadership on emerging workforce needs, economic trends, educational opportunities, and regional priorities. Through collaboration, members help strengthen partnerships, expand career pathways and advance equity and economic opportunity.

Meet the Community Advisory Council

• Dr. Yoshiko Harden, RTC President, Chair
• Wade Parrott, Executive Director of Innovation & Strategic Partnerships, Vice-Chair
• Dr. Warren Brown, CEO, College Spark
• Jessica Norouzi, Associate Dean for Advancement, College of Education, University of  Washington, and member, RTC Board of Trustees.
• Armando Pavone, Mayor, City of Renton
• Carrie Shaw, Executive Director, RTC Foundation and Institutional Advancement
• Kevin Smith, Director, Career and Technical Education, Renton School District