McDermott + Bull has successfully placed Cherie Reitzel-Bowker as Dean of the School for Advanced Digital Technology at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT). Cherie will spearhead the strategic development and delivery of cutting-edge programming at SAIT’s School for Advanced Digital Technology (SADT). She will work under the guidance of the Vice President Academic to align the school’s curriculum and assessment methods with industry demands, ensuring that learners are well-prepared with the necessary technical and life skills for successful careers.
Cherie brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles, notably as Chair of Creative Industries at Conestoga College and Chair of the School of Spatial Design Technologies at Lethbridge College. Her extensive background in project management, strategic planning, and digital technology education uniquely positions her to lead SADT toward greater global recognition and growth.
SAIT is a global leader in applied education, offering a comprehensive range of applied and baccalaureate degrees, apprenticeships, certificates, and diplomas to over 18,000 students and apprentices, in addition to almost 16,000 corporate training and continuing education students. SAIT is committed to advancing the highest quality of teaching and learning, attracting a diverse student body seeking practical, skills-oriented education with immediate employment prospects upon graduation and opportunities for lifelong learning.
This executive search was completed by McDermott + Bull Principal Alex Verdeccia and Senior Consultant + Head of Recruitment Brittany Stansfield.