Dr. Mordecai Ian Brownlee is a nationally recognized executive leader with a record of guiding institutions through transformation, sustainability, and growth. As President of the Community College of Aurora, he has led historic gains in enrollment, completion, and fundraising.

He serves on national, regional, and local boards, including the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and Education Design Lab (EDL), advancing employer-aligned pathways, skills-based credentials, and scalable talent systems.

A podcaster, columnist, and published author, Dr. Brownlee is a trusted voice on leadership and institutional stewardship.