COVID-19 Admissions Academics Student Life Athletics Give myMontreat Home » About » Leadership Leadership Our leaders are distinctive in their commitment to Christ. That makes Montreat unique—even among many church-affiliated institutions. That commitment forms the foundation for everything we do. President Paul J. Maurer brings a wealth of experience as the eighth president of Montreat College. As a visionary and results-driven Christian leader, he believes deeply in the value of Christ-centered higher education. Drawing from more than 25 years of leadership in nonprofit and higher education administration, Dr. Maurer has led efforts in governance, organizational development, marketing and communications, adult and graduate studies, and government relations. Learn more about President Maurer Cabinet Members of the President’s Cabinet are: Sara Baughman, Vice President for Marketing and Communications | sara.baughman@montreat.edu Daniel Bennett, Ph.D., Vice President for Student Services | daniel.bennett@montreat.edu Brian Guengerich, Vice President for Advancement | brian.guengerich@montreat.edu Mark Hijleh, Vice President for Academic Affairs | mark.hijleh@montreat.edu Jose Larios, Vice President for Enrollment Management and Athletics | jose.larios@montreat.edu David Poole, Ed.D., Vice President for Adult and Graduate Studies | david.poole@montreat.edu John Truschel, M.B.A., Vice President for Finance and Administration | john.truschel@montreat.edu Learn more about the cabinet 2020-21 Board of Trustees Mr. W. Allen Bell—Atlanta, GA Dr. David Bruce—Black Mountain, NC Mr. Matthew Burril—Asheville, NC Mr. Charlie Davidson—Charlotte, NC Dr. William E. Dudley—Signal Mountain, TN Rev. Dr. J. Howard Edington—Montreat, NC Mrs. Leila N. Erwin—Morganton, NC Ms. K. Anne Gant—Burlington, NC Mr. Edward Graham—Boone, NC Mr. William B. Haynes—Greer, SC Dr. Jeffrey E. Heck—Asheville, NC (chair) Mr. Tyler Johnson—Charlotte, NC Mr. Ned J. Kiser—Lake Lure, NC Mr. Robert P. Klepper—Asheville, NC Mr. Richard Milam—Burnsville, NC Mr. Richard B. Moffatt III—Chattanooga, TN Mr. Jim Moore—Charlotte, NC Mr. H. Benjamin Scott, Jr.—Minneapolis, MN Mr. Bill Shipley—Charlotte, NC Mrs. Suzanne Sloan—Montreat, NC Ms. Lynne P. Veerman—Orlando, FL Learn more about the trustees here President’s Advisory Council The President’s Advisory Council is a group of business, ministry, and civic leaders who come alongside Montreat College in an advisory role as we seek to be a leader in Christ-centered higher education regionally, nationally, and internationally. Learn more about the President’s Advisory Council Strategic Plan View Montreat College’s Strategic Plan. Bylaws Montreat College’s bylaws and articles of incorporation are available for public view. Read the bylaws Read the original articles of incorporation Read the 1993 articles of amendment Read the 1995 articles of amendment Read the 2014 articles of amendment Admissions Visit Apply for FREE Undergraduate Adult & Graduate Online Tuition & Aid Academic Catalog About Mission Leadership Locations Event Services Weddings Reflection Magazine Jobs Student Life Residence Life Special Events Montreat Blog Bookstore Library Spiritual Formation Thrive Center Quick Links MyMontreat Alumni Academic Calendar Support Montreat Directory Registrar Carolina Cyber Center © 2021 Montreat College | Privacy Policy and Terms of Service 310 Gaither Circle | P.O. Box 1267 | Montreat, NC 28757 | 828.669.8012 | admissions@montreat.edu Consumer Information | Accreditation | Think 2 Impact | Campus Safety | Title IX | Military Students | Academic Calendars | Student Achievement