Cora Gordon

Cora Gordon

Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT)
Board Services Associate 

Cora Gordon was placed in a direct hire opportunity with the Association of Community College Trustees. She was hired as the Board Services Assistant. Her experience in talent acquisition and interest in higher education made her a great match!

Cora is part of a collaborative team that supports nationwide searches for board members. Her role is fast-paced and a dynamic mix of administrative, communications and project management.

Read the Q&A to learn more about Cora and her experience working with The Choice and ACCT.

Picture at ACCT’s 2024 National Leadership Congress. From left to right: Christina Simons, Director of Educational Programs and Events, Maggie Owens, Educational Programs and Events Specialist, Jee Hang Lee, Chief Executive Officer, Cora Gordon, Board Services Associate

Interview by Staffing Specialist Maggie Sullivan 

I am currently serving as a Board Services Associate with the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT). In this role, I support the ACCT Searches team by helping community colleges across the country identify and hire their executive leaders. My day-to-day work includes processing candidate applications, maintaining detailed search databases, and drafting tailored proposals and documents to guide our search consultants and committees through each step of the process.

Working with The Choice team was a fantastic experience. They were consistently responsive and attentive, making sure I had full clarity throughout the hiring process. Beyond simply connecting me with ACCT, The Choice thoroughly prepared me for each interview stage so I could step in with confidence. What stood out most was the personal investment. They weren’t just filling a role; they were committed to my success. I’ve valued the relationship so much that I’ve recommended The Choice to friends.

The position has been a perfect fit and has given me a strong foundation to grow a long-term career in the non-profit, higher education space. It’s deepened my understanding of leadership in the community college sector while also sharpening my organizational, project management, and communications skills.

Since joining ACCT, I’ve had the opportunity to support more than 15 executive searches for community colleges nationwide. Each search reinforced for me the vital role strong, student-centered leadership plays in advancing access and equity in higher education, something I’m proud to contribute to every day.

I wholeheartedly recommend The Choice to other job seekers. Unlike larger recruiting firms, The Choice offers a unique personal touch. They are a small but mighty team that genuinely cares about both the candidate’s success and the institution’s needs. Their thoughtful, hands-on approach makes the entire process feel supportive, intentional, and tailored to finding the best fit.