Katherine McCulloch

Executive Director of Organizational Compliance, The Dan Marino Foundation
Current Board Term: 2024-2027

Mrs. McCulloch is a strategic and results-driven professional with a distinguished career in campus operations, organizational leadership, and regulatory compliance. With over three decades of experience in higher education administration, she has played a vital role in driving institutional success through innovation, strategic planning, and operational excellence.

A seasoned leader in academic and operational compliance, Mrs. McCulloch has demonstrated expertise in campus development, accreditation management, and student success initiatives. Throughout her career, she has provided guidance in areas such as policy implementation, budget planning, program development, curricula design and delivery, as well as team leadership, ensuring institutional effectiveness and sustainability.

An expert in regulatory compliance, Mrs. McCulloch has worked closely with accrediting bodies, ensuring institutions meet and exceed accreditation standards. She is also proficient in student records management systems, utilizing technology to enhance efficiency and compliance within educational institutions.

In addition to professional leadership roles, besides LIRN, Mrs. McCulloch serves on multiple boards and advisory committees, contributing industry expertise and strategic insight:

MCA-CSS — Advisory Committee Member for Career & Technology Schools, Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools
MCA-CSS — Accreditation/Reaccreditation Visiting Team Member

In these roles, Mrs. McCulloch provides guidance on accreditation protocols, evaluates institutional operations, and composes detailed reports with recommendations for continuous improvement.

With a proven track record in institutional growth, program development, compliance, and student retention, Mrs. McCulloch brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership experience to the Board of Directors, ensuring strategic oversight and long-term success for the organizations she serves.