In this episode of the Champions Coffee Podcast, Vygo Co-Founder & Co-CEO Ben Hallett sits down with Dr. Rick MacLennan, Chancellor of the Ventura County Community College District, where he leads Moorpark, Oxnard, and Ventura Colleges in advancing equitable, student-centered education across Southern California.With more than 30 years of leadership experience in community colleges across Idaho, Maryland, and Washington, Dr. MacLennan brings a deep understanding of access, equity, and opportunity in higher education. A U.S. Army veteran and former adult learner, he has built his career on the belief that education has the power to transform lives and strengthen communities.Ben and Dr. MacLennan explore how meaningful community engagement, workforce partnerships, and student-first leadership can reduce barriers to learning and create pathways for success. They also discuss the evolving role of community colleges in today’s educational landscape and how innovation and compassion must go hand in hand to meet the needs of every student.

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