The Joyce University Leadership Team is dedicated to guiding the university toward excellence and creating a dynamic academic environment. Comprised of experienced leaders from diverse backgrounds, each member plays a key role in shaping the university’s strategic direction, growth, and commitment to student success. Together, this team ensures that Joyce University continues to deliver innovative education, uphold its core values, and meet the evolving needs of students, faculty, and the broader community.
David Harpool
Independent Trustee & Chairman of the Board and Chair of the Academic Affairs Committee
Rex Anderson
Independent Trustee & Chair of the Audit and Governance Committee
Virgil Opfer
Owner Trustee & Board Secretary
William Jones
Owner Trustee
Fabienne Jones
Owner Trustee
Shelley Johnson
Independent Trustee
Richard Cowling
Independent Trustee
John Smith-Coppes
President & CEO
Lynn Bilder
Provost & Chief Academic Officer
Shea Smith
Chief Financial Officer
Joshua Knotts
Senior Vice President of Strategy and Experience
Ann Johnson
Vice President of People & Culture
Phillip Kagol
Vice President of Enrollment Management
Heather Bailey
Vice President of Operations
Tricia Kingsley
Director of Legal Affairs and Associate Counsel
