Re-Elect Vicki Burghdoff

Hi, I'm Vicki Burghdoff

Vice-Chair

Lake Michigan College

Board of Trustees

I am running for re-election to the Lake Michigan College Board of Trustees. I have been one of your trustees for the last six years, and I want to continue the work I have begun.

I want to ensure every program LMC offers fits the needs of our local employers, so when our students finish their training they can come out and go to work right here in the local area, making a sustainable wage.

I'm very proud of what's been accomplished in the last 6 years (see below), but there is still more work to be done.

I am asking for your vote on the November 3 election.

Vote Vicki Burghdoff...VOTE VICKI.

Thank You so much for your time and attention.

Accomplishments to Date:

Securing Strong Leadership for LMC: Played a pivotal role in selecting and appointing Lake Michigan College’s new President. Currently serving as Chair of the Transition Team, working hand-in-hand with leadership to ensure institutional success, stability, and growth for today’s students and future generations
Expanding High-Demand Career Training: Instrumental in bringing employer-aligned programs to the college. This expansion includes high-impact Apprenticeship Programs, the Police Academy, and technical certifications like the Marine Mechanic Technician and Physical Therapy Assistant.
Guiding Students to Efficient Degree Paths: Strongly advocated for early, accessible career information and planning on campus. This effort resulted in a new program launching this fall, allowing students to clarify their career goals from day one so every single class and credit counts directly toward their degree.
Connecting Grads Directly to Local Jobs: Spearheaded the launch of on-site campus job fairs, bridging the gap between graduation and employment by introducing local employers directly to our skilled graduates.
Fiscal Responsibility & Community Stewardship: Serve as a dedicated, fiscally responsible steward of community tax dollars, and efficient institutional spending.

As I stated above...I'm very proud of what's been accomplished in the last 6 years, but there is still more work to be done!

Background

Education
Master Arts and Sciences Counseling and Personnel
Bachelors Arts and Sciences Major Psychology

Employment
Retired from State of Michigan, Workforce Development Services
Worked as a Regional Manager most recently, and before that as an Employment Counselor

Experience
Working for the State of Michigan, I experienced first-hand, how critical it is for training to be responsive to the needs of the local community. Training must be driven by local employers and their ever changing needs and requirements. When this happens everyone in the community benefits; employers needs are met, people (graduates) go to work locally, and the community sees a healthy and robust economy that can weather the storms that come it’s way

For a community to succeed, each individual must be able to believe in themselves and have a vehicle that allows them to achieve their full potential. I see LMC as that vehicle, and feel extremely fortunate to have been given the opportunity to serve as an LMC Trustee. I look forward to continuing to make a difference in my community.

Ms. Burghdoff lives in Coloma, with her husband Larry. They have two adult sons, Matt and Nick.

Get in touch at: vmb@vote4vicki.com

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