Offices of the HECC
The HECC state agency is led by Executive Director Ben Cannon, who oversees eight distinct offices described in the links below. For more information on the agency structure, see the organizational chart here.
- Donna Lewelling, Interim Director
- Juan Báez-Arévalo, Director
- Julia Steinberger, Interim Director
Commitment to Equity and Diversity
The HECC is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. The HECC does not discriminate in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practices. This information may be made available in alternate formats upon request.
The Equity Lens is a focal point of our work, both internally and externally. Throughout our organization, we hold high expectations to contribute to the access, growth and success of all the individuals and stakeholders we are privileged to work alongside and serve. Diversity, equity, and inclusion is essential to achieving state education goals and promoting a workplace culture and climate that supports the success of all who learn, work and engage with the agency.
The HECC provides agency leadership in workforce diversity, inclusion, equity (DEI) and cultural competency through the application of our vision, mission, and Equity Lens.