Winding up 15 years in '24, Rich Wagner has overseen a transformation. “Dunwoody has been evolving. Orgs get myopic over time,” he says. “We wanted to reposition for the future with modern programs rooted in tech and cybersecurity.” In an era when the “trades” and non-white-collar fields are crying out for qualified professionals, Dunwoody is more important than ever. “Industries are partnering with us to create interest,” he says. “We have to talk to young people about these pathways.” Wagner’s legacy includes growing Dunwoody’s assets from $40 million to $100 million, a major campus beautification, and fresh strategic plan.

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