The AICU Rhode Island board and staff congratulate Dr. Ross Gittell on his selection as the next President of Bryant University! The board looks forward to his much-anticipated contributions to the Association’s efforts.
Dr. Gittell has served as the Chancellor of the Community College System of New Hampshire (CCSNH) since 2012 and will succeed Ronald Machtley as the Bryant’s ninth president when his term begins on July 1, 2020.Dr. Gittell is highly regarded in economic and policy circles for his economic analysis and forecasting. With an extensive background in university teaching, strategic planning, and management, Gittell’s focus has been on applying economic, organizational, and management theory to regional, state, and community economic development issues.