Onsite Evaluation Team

Team Leaders

The onsite evaluation team generally consists of two assessors assigned to evaluate the program(s) seeking accreditation.

One assessor brings years of experience as an instructor in the specific discipline for which accreditation is being sought. Their background as an instructor equips them with a deep understanding of the subject matter, curriculum, instructional methods, and industry standards within the discipline.

The other assessor has significant experience as a school administrator. Their background in educational administration provides valuable insight into the administrative aspects of the program, including governance, policies, resources, and overall program management.

The onsite assessors are seasoned professionals who possess the necessary knowledge, training, and experience to conduct a thorough evaluation of every aspect of the program(s) under consideration for accreditation. Their combined expertise enables them to comprehensively assess the program's adherence to accreditation standards, curriculum effectiveness, instructional quality, administrative practices, and overall program quality.


Steven Allen, M.Ed. LEED AP

Steven Allen, M.Ed. LEED AP

Mr. Allen has over forty years of experience in the HVACR industry.

Education

He has a Masters' Degree in Education with a Certificate in Instructional Technology.

Work Experience

He has worked as a HVACR service technician, instructor, curriculum writer, school director, state director of HVACR apprenticeship, and Director of Sustainable Technology for the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices.



Abigail Carter, Ed.D.

Abigail Carter, PhD

Dr. Carter has over thirty years in career and technical education.

Education

She received her formal training in from the United States Army, Bachelor of Science from Auburn University Montgomery, Master in Business Administration from Brenau University, Specialist in Education from Liberty University, and Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Liberty University.

Work Experience

Dr. Carter has worked in career and technical education as an instructor, Dean, Interim Vice President of Academic Affairs, and Dean of Academic Affairs.


James Crisp, Ph.D.

James Crisp, Ph.D.

Dr. Crisp has been involved in career and technical education at the secondary, post-secondary and state level for over 30 years.

Education

He received his B.S. and Masters’ degree in Trade and Industrial Education at Georgia Southern University and his Ph.D. in Vocational Leadership from Georgia State University.

Work Experience

His teaching experience at the secondary level includes classroom instructor for Construction Trades, Industrial Arts, and Industrial Technology. In addition, Dr. Crisp has administrative experience as an Instructional Coordinator at Heart of Georgia Technical College, Director of Institutional Effectiveness at Griffin Technical College and State Coordinator for Educational Programs while employed by the Technical College System of Georgia.


Warren Lupson

Abigail Carter, PhD

Mr. Lupson has been involved in the HVACR industry for over fifty years.

Education

He received his formal training in HVACR, from the New York Institute of Technology.

Work Experience

Mr. Lupson has served as a technician, contractor, instructor, and key leadership roles with organizations such as the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA), North American Technical Excellence (NATE), and the Partnership for Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration Accreditation (PAHRA).


Jay Mullis, M.Ed.

Jay Mullis, M.Ed.

Mr. Mullis has been involved in career and technical education for over 25 years.

Education

He received his AAS in Personnel Administration from the Community College of the Air Force, his B.S. In Human Services from Mercer University and his Masters’ in Education from the University of Georgia.

Work Experience

Mr. Mullis currently works in Career and Technical Education as a college administrator. He began his career teaching aviation related courses. In 2012, he retired from the US Air Force Reserve after serving for 33 years.


Eugene Silberstein, M.S., B.E.A.P., CMHE

Eugene Silberstein, M.S., B.E.A.P., CMHE

Mr. Silberstein has over 35 years of experience in the HVACR industry.

Education

He holds a Master of Science in Energy and Environmental Science from the State University of New York, and dual Bachelor degrees. He is a Certified Master HVACR Educator (CMHE), and Building Energy Assessment Professional (BEAP).

Work Experience

Mr. Silberstein has worked in education at both the secondary and post-secondary levels, having served as an instructor, professor, program coordinator and department chair. He worked as a field technician, system designer, administrator, consultant and is the author/co-author of several text books.


Dennis G. Soukup, CSME

Eugene Silberstein, M.S., B.E.A.P., CMHE

Mr. Soukup has been involved in the HVACR industry and career and technical education for over forty years.

Education

He received his formal training first in the United States Air Force, then at College of Southern Nevada he received his degree in HVACR technologies.

Work Experience

Mr. Soukup proudly served in the United States Air Force, having served in Vietnam, and finishing his career at Nellis Air Force Base in Las Vegas, Nevada. He has worked as a contractor, teacher, program director, and department chair for applied technologies.


Thomas Tebbe, M.Ed., CMHE

Thomas Tebbe, M.Ed., CMHE

Mr. Tebbe has been involved in the HVACR industry for over forty years.

Education

He received his formal training in HVACR, from the United States Air Force and the Jefferson Technical School. He earned his B.S. in Trade and Industrial Education, and Masters' Degree in Educational Administration and Supervision from University of Holy Cross and is a Certified Master HVACR Educator.

Work Experience

Mr. Tebbe has served as a technician, contractor, teacher, school director, and regional director over five colleges for the state of Louisiana.


Louis Vendrell, M.S. CMHE

Louis Vendrell, M.S. CMHE

Mr. Vendrell has been involved in the HVACR industry and career and technical education for over 20 years.

Education

He has AAS in HVACR Service Management from Lincoln Technical Institute, B.S. and Masters’ Degree from Liberty University, and is a Certified Master HVACR Educator.

Work Experience

Mr. Vendrell served multiple roles in his twenty-year career in technical education. Lou has held roles as Instructor, Director of Education, National Director of Education, and Assistant Vice president for product development for Skilled Trades. Lou now serves as Director and Operations and Education for Universal Technical Institute Orlando Campus.