Aubrey Priest
Dean, Skilled Trades, Technology, Athletics, Nursing & Allied Health
- Role
- Dean of Instruction at Cuesta College
- Location
- San Luis Obispo, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Aubrey Priest
Dr. Aubrey Priest is a visionary leader at the intersection of academia, industry, and social impact, with experience driving equitable community development and supporting sustainable initiatives. Serving the Central Valley, Southern California, and the Central Coast for over 25 years as a passionate advocate for higher education, innovation, and entrepreneurship, Dr. Priest has forged regional and national partnerships between businesses, educational institutions, and government entities to create transformative learning and workforce development opportunities, particularly for underrepresented communities. His expertise spans circular economy principles, higher education leadership, leading university engineering programs, industrial automation, and advanced manufacturing programming. With a decade of entrepreneurial experience, he applies this knowledge to mentoring startups and fostering business growth.Dr. Priest’s commitment to equity and access in education and employment has positioned him as a catalyst for change, empowering individuals and communities to thrive in the evolving regional landscape.
Experience
Dean of Instruction
Sep 2025 — Present · San Luis Obispo, CA, US
Education
California State University, Fresno
BA, Psychology
1996 — 1999
Creighton University
Doctor of Education (EdD), Interdisciplinary Leadership
2012 — 2016
National University
Masters, Forensic Science
2001 — 2003
Skills
- Administration
- Advertising
- Budgets
- Community Outreach
- Career Counseling
- Leadership
- Event Planning
- Social Media Marketing
- Training
- Research
- Project Management
- Interviews
- Leadership Development
- Media Relations
- Management
- Program Development
- Strategy
- Marketing
- Strategic Planning
- Government
- Nonprofits
- Recruiting
- Staff Development
- Marketing Strategy
- Public Speaking
- Event Management
- E-Learning
- Psychology
- Higher Education
- Coaching
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Interviewing
- Social Media
- Teaching
- Adult Education
- Student Affairs
- Curriculum Design
- Policy
- Non-Profits
- Program Management
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