October 24, 2025

Forsyth Technical Community College proudly celebrates President Dr. Janet N. Spriggs, who was honored this afternoon at the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Leadership Congress as the Southern Region Chief Executive Officer of the Year.

This recognition is part of ACCT’s prestigious Marie Y. Martin Chief Executive Officer Award program, which celebrates exceptional community college leaders who demonstrate excellence in advancing student success, equity, and opportunity. Each year, one outstanding CEO from each of ACCT’s five regions is selected for this distinguished honor.

Since becoming Forsyth Tech’s president in 2019, Dr. Spriggs has led with vision, innovation, and a deep commitment to loving and serving every student to success. Her leadership has strengthened the college’s focus on equitable economic mobility, workforce development, and community partnerships—making Forsyth Tech a national model for student-centered transformation.

“This is a well-deserved honor and a reflection of the extraordinary impact Dr. Spriggs continues to have on our college and community,” said John Davenport, Chair of Forsyth Tech’s Board of Trustees.

By receiving this award, Dr. Spriggs joins an elite group of leaders shaping the future of community colleges nationwide. As the Southern Region recipient, she will now represent Forsyth Tech and the entire Southern Region as a finalist for ACCT’s national Marie Y. Martin Chief Executive Officer Award.

Forsyth Tech congratulates Dr. Spriggs on this remarkable achievement, which reflects not only her exemplary leadership but also the collective dedication of the Trailblazer community to transform lives through education.