Administrative Cabinet
The administrative cabinet serves in an advisory role to the president, fostering collaboration and alignment across all areas of ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ. Bringing together expertise from every function of the College, the cabinet provides an informed, integrated perspective that supports key decisions. This leadership team ensures clear communication, consistency, and a unified direction in advancing the College’s mission and vision.

Dave Dahms
President

Anna Berns
Executive Director of Advancement
- Email: bernsan@nicc.edu
- Phone: 563.562.3263, ext. 1218

Amy Gaffney
Vice President of Student Services
- Email: gaffneya@nicc.edu
- Phone: 563.562.3263, ext. 1125

Heather Groth
Executive Assistant to the President and Board Secretary
- Email: grothh@nicc.edu
- Phone: 563.562.3263, ext. 1145

Shea Herbst
Executive Director of Marketing and Communications
- Email: herbstsh@nicc.edu
- Phone: 563.562.3263, ext. 2296

Amy Lasack
Vice President of Business and Community Solutions
- Email: lasacka@nicc.edu
- Phone: 563.562.3263, ext. 3160

Connie Kuennen
Executive Director of Human Resources
- Email: kuennenc@nicc.edu
- Phone: 563.562.3263, ext. 1300

Kathleen Nacos-Burds
Vice President of Teaching and Learning
- Email: nacos-burdsk@nicc.edu
- Phone: 563.562.3263, ext. 2135

Lexi Wagner
Vice President of Finance & Administration
- Email: wagnerl@nicc.edu
- Phone: 563.562.3263, ext. 1146