WORCESTER, MA – March 27, 2025 – Quinsigamond Community College (QCC) has expanded its leadership team with the addition of two new executives. Deb Spotts joined the college in January as the chief advancement officer and executive director of development, while John Holloway came on board in February as the executive director of access and opportunity.
Spotts brings over 20 years of experience in higher education, having most recently served as associate vice president of institutional advancement at Phoenix College. She has also held leadership roles at Rio Salado College, Mohave Community College and the University of Maryland. In collaboration with the QCC Foundation, Spotts leads efforts to secure major, capital, annual and planned gifts, while fostering relationships with donors, alumni, community leaders and other key stakeholders to support the college’s growth and initiatives.
“The passion of the students, faculty and staff, and the connectedness of the community are what drew me to Quinsigamond Community College. QCC plays a vital role in sustaining a robust and resilient workforce,” said Spotts. “QCC’s legacy and strong reputation in the community provide a springboard to grow support through comprehensive annual and planned giving programs, building a solid foundation of support for years to come.”
Holloway also brings more than two decades of experience in higher education, with a strong focus on student affairs. Before joining QCC, he served as vice president for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at Emory & Henry University and previously held positions at Lehman College and the University of California.
While Holloway’s time at Lehman College was spent working with many commuting students on an urban campus, QCC will be his first employment at a community college. He said he was particularly drawn to QCC’s community college setting and the opportunity to make a direct impact.
“I’m excited about serving our students here and working with faculty and staff, Holloway said. “There are so many communities that I can help feel welcomed, respected and valued at the college. By providing opportunities for these folks, we can continue to build a campus culture that’s supportive and realize students’ success.”