Dr. Michael “Mike” Jiles is a collaborative and values-driven higher education and public-service leader with nearly three decades of experience in public and academic administration, finance, operations, technology, and community engagement. He has led organizations through periods of transformation, growth, and correction, with a focus on strengthening institutional effectiveness, modernizing systems, aligning resources with mission, and empowering people to succeed.

 

As an educator, innovator, and organizational leader, Mike has worked across budgeting, facilities, information technology, workforce development, and shared governance. His approach emphasizes integrity, transparency, accountability, and service, with a commitment to achieving measurable outcomes that benefit students, employees, institutions, and communities.

 

Mike earned a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership after overcoming significant educational challenges as an Autistic learner who struggled to complete high school. His doctoral research examined human behavior and aggression in law enforcement, reinforcing his commitment to ethical, emotionally intelligent leadership. His personal and professional journey has shaped a leadership philosophy grounded in inclusion, perseverance, service, and helping others discover their capacity for success.