Former Florida Dept of Ed leader joins Polk State College

Polk State College has named a former Florida Department of Education leader to a newly focused executive role overseeing workforce development and strategic initiatives.Dr. Kevin O’Farrell joined Polk State College Monday as executive vice president of Workforce Strategic Initiatives.O’Farrell most recently served as senior chancellor for Higher Education and Workforce Development at the Florida Department of Education. He previously served as chancellor of the Division of Career and Adult Education and spent eight years at Pasco-Hernando State College in academic leadership roles, including provost and campus president.“His experience across workforce development, the Florida State College system, and academic affairs will be invaluable as we expand workforce programs, apprenticeships, internships, and career pathways,” Polk State President Anastasios Kamoutsas said.Role includes workforce programs, online educationO’Farrell will oversee workforce-related programs including Associa