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How learning happens has changed and continues to evolve as our community and workforce needs change. Come hear about how education is changing in and out of the classroom, how buildings are evolving, and what skills are needed to thrive in our new workplace environment. Speaker: Tim Cook, President of Clackamas Community College Dr. Tim Cook has more than 30 years of experience working in higher education as an advisor, counselor, faculty member, and administrator. A native of Oregon City, he joined Clackamas Community College as its President in 2018. A first-generation college student, President Cook understands how community colleges provide economic mobility for students and the communities where they live. He has a lifelong passion for helping college students achieve their dreams and works daily to remove barriers so students can succeed. He has a proven record of developing partnerships with business and education that lead to mutually beneficial outcomes. President Cook earned a doctorate in community college leadership from Oregon State University. He holds a master’s degree in counseling psychology from Lewis & Clark College and a bachelor’s degree in English from Western Oregon University. Outside of work he enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. An avid runner, he has completed over 30 marathons and is working on running a marathon in all 50 states. Luncheon Details: Cost: $25 for OCBA Members, $30 for non-members, and $35 for all attendees after September 21st, which includes payment at the door. Our venue, the Abernethy Center, needs to prepare for our event, so if possible, we prefer you to register by the Wednesday before the event. If you would like to become an OCBA member or renew your OCBA membership, please go to our website and click on the membership link for more information and registration. This luncheon event is open to the public. If you have special dietary needs, please email membership@ocbusinessalliance.com, by Wednesday, September 21st, so we can accommodate your need.