< PreviousIn its first eligible season, FTCC saw the Men’s Golf Team performing at the national level. The FTCC Men’s Golf Team won its first NJCAA Region 10 Championship at Innsbruck Golf Resort in Helen, GA. This was a dual championship tournament, as the team was also competing with three other regions for the district qualifying positions. The tournament was scheduled for two days but was rain-shortened to one day. The FTCC team was one of the first teams out and had to wait to see how the rest fared. As the final scores posted, they remained on top of the leader board with two players tied as District medalists, Tyler Fox and Andrew Moon.The team traveled to South Alabama for the National Championship Tournament held May 21-24. Four players participated: Tyler Fox, A.J. Banko, Andrew Moon, and Harrison Howe. The team finished in 18th place overall with two players ranking in the top 60, Fox and Moon.Golfers Qualify for National Championship in the First Eligible SeasonWinning on the green70FTCC ANNUAL REPORTNUMBERS at a glanceGraduates in 2018 Graduate Survey satisfied with the overall quality of FTCC 97.4%96.9%Graduates in 2018 Graduate Survey satisfied with the quality of instruction at FTCCGraduates in 2018 Graduate Survey satisfied with the quality of FTCC program courses28396%Total number of Programs of Study at FTCC77%Retention Rates held steady in the 2017-2018 school year at 77%Total number of Adult High School Graduates at the 55th Annual Commencement Ceremony40100% Passing Rate The FTCC Health Program received national recognition from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting for a 100% passing rate for the 2017-2018 term.Graduates obtaining national certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) demonstrate, by examination, an understanding of the basic competencies for safe patient care in the operating room. The CST is widely recognized in the health care community as the foremost credential for surgical technologists in the nation.2018 Institutional Expenditures $109,976,510.2443.9%Instruction15.5%9.0%7.5%5.5%5.8%10.7%Institutional SupportAcademic SupportStudent ServicesAuxiliaryOperations and MaintenanceFinancial AidPension Expense0.0%Depreciation2.1%46.1%State Aid22.7%3.9%13.9%10.2%2.8%County AppropriationsTuition & FeesFederal GrantsOther Income0.2%Investment Income0.2%2018 Institutional Revenue $111,289,492.32State & Local Grants/ContractsAuxiliary72FTCC ANNUAL REPORTAlumni spotlight on Chris Harrison — veteran, entrepreneur and fatherWhen Chris Harrison thinks of home, one city comes to mind: Fayetteville. He wasn’t raised in the city but for Harrison, it’s home. Originally born in Jamestown, NC, Harrison served in the U.S. Army for more than five years. The military stationed him at Fort Bragg. He has a blended family with five children – the youngest three attend Fayetteville Academy; Harrison currently serves as the chair of the board of trustees for the college preparatory school. Fayetteville Technical Community College is Harrison’s alma mater. He graduated in 1992 with an accounting degree. Nearly a decade later, he formed EbenConcepts, a consulting firm for employee benefits and human resources for employer groups. The name is short for employee benefit concepts. Harrison serves as president of the firm with 53 offices across the southern United States and in India. “What’s common in our business is you name your business after the owner or whoever founded it, and I didn’t want that,” Harrison said. “I wanted something that would stand longer than just one person’s name. I’m a big believer that we as a company are successful because of everyone here. It’s not about me; it’s definitely not about me. So I wanted something that was broader than just my name.” Harrison sat in a comfortable leather chair behind a desk inside his company’s headquarters, located off South McPherson Church Road in Fayetteville. His office is an extension of him. Professional photographs of his three youngest children adorn his walls and a cabinet behind him. A handmade Apache helicopter and Humvee sit atop the same wooden cabinet. “All these things define who I am, and I grew because of that,” Harrison said. Harrison can say the same about his time at FTCC. He was in his early 20s when he enrolled as a student, at the time, still transitioning out of the Army. He talked about his dad who worked as an insurance agent, a field Harrison showed no interest in pursuing at the time. That changed when Harrison began working for a third- party administrator administering self-insured medical plans.“It’s probably one of the best degrees you can get if you want to end up in business,” Harrison said. “I rely on that [my degree] looking at financial statements and what affects our business. It’s a degree I use every day.” It’s the only degree Harrison earned. “For me, fortunately, I was given some opportunities in the business I’m in right now that I was able to build from.” The business owner gave Harrison a minority share in the company prior to its sale. Harrison used the gift to form EbenConcepts. Between 2003 and 2011, the firm obtained 40 acquisitions, buying similar companies and folding them into the firm. EbenConcepts’ locations are mostly in smaller or rural cities, a strategic move for Harrison who describes Fayetteville as a “big city but a small town.” “I love Fayetteville, and I’ve had numerous people – as we’ve grown – say I need to move to Raleigh or Charlotte,” Harrison said. “My statement is the same every time: if I’ve grown to the point where I need to move, then I’ve grown too much.” Harrison credits his success with his businesses and some of his outlooks on life to two things: the military and FTCC. He called the institution a “great place to start,” an affordable stepping-stone to obtain a bachelor’s degree. “I have more than 200 employees in the U.S. and more than 500 in India, and I’m responsible for their paychecks,” he said. “It’s a big commitment. If you don’t follow through with those commitments, it will affect your growth later on in life.” Remaining committed has come full circle for Harrison. He was a premiere sponsor for FTCC Foundation’s Bluegrass & BBQ Silent Auction and Golf Tournament in March. “I look at FTCC as a leader in our community of giving the young people an affordable option at a great, wonderful education,” he said. “I’m not sure other communities in North Carolina are as fortunate as we are to have a community college like we do, that’s just my perception of how good Fayetteville Tech is. I would not be where I’m at in business if not for the education I got from Fayetteville Tech.” Harrison went on to choose two words describing FTCC as the top community college in North Carolina: bar none. “A great place to start”Chris Harrison, president of EbenConcepts, sits at his desk inside the company’s headquarters in Fayetteville. Harrison graduated from FTCC more than 20 years ago and used his accounting degree to form the successful consulting firm with more than 50 office locations. He considers community colleges the place to start for anyone pursuing education.75FTCC ANNUAL REPORTWWW.FAYTECHCC.EDUA Life RememberedAs a young boy, Harry Faison Shaw played in swimming holes in his native Fayetteville, NC. His life came full circle as an adult when he developed walking trails, one crossing directly over an exact swimming hole he would frequent. The coincidence was common for Mr. Shaw, a once active member of his community. The achievements and recognitions of Shaw are extensive and represent areas of his life he’d prefer not to mention, an example of his humble nature and preference to focus on others. He dedicated his time to various boards and councils through the decades such as the FTCC Board of Trustees from 1969 to 2007, serving as the chairman from 1975 to 2004; the State Board of Community Colleges’ Commission on the Future; the Committee on Study of College Transfer; and the Planning Council for NCCCS. He also served as an Executive Board Member of the North Carolina Association of Community College Trustees (NCACCT) from 1999-2003. NCCCS recognized Shaw’s efforts with the I. E. Ready Award in 2003, the highest honor bestowed by the system to individuals who made significant contributions and more to the entity. In addition, Mr. Shaw was the inaugural Chairman of the FTCC Foundation Board of Directors, serving as a member for 33 years. He was instrumental in creating the coveted Thomas McLean Ambassador program at FTCC with a gift on behalf of its namesake foundation. As a leader, he supported community college bond referendums across North Carolina; FTCC passed two, adding more than half a million square feet of facilities to the institution. These represent only a handful of Shaw’s accomplishments benefiting the college. Prior to his commitment to FTCC, Shaw served in the U.S. Navy. After his service, he worked as a bank executive with Home Federal Savings and Loan for more than thirty years, and as a real estate appraiser. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Davidson College and an associate’s degree from FTCC in the Real Estate business program in 1991. Shaw’s community service extended to the Fayetteville City Council as a member and Mayor Pro Tem for a decade. As with NCCCS, he joined local boards in his native hometown such as the Cape Fear Botanical Garden, the Lafayette Society, and the West Fayetteville Rotary Club. He also received the state’s prestigious Order of the Long Leaf Pine, an honor conferred by the Governor of North Carolina to residents who show exemplary service “beyond the call of duty.”Mr. Shaw has earned an almost-reverent reputation among faculty, staff, and students through his (literal) hands-on approach to serving. While on FTCC’s Board of Trustees, he reveled in shaking hands with students as they walked the graduation stage; he held special admiration for students who chose FTCC to complete their high school education. He said, “Our GED and high The Legacy of Harry Faison Shaw 1926 - 201876FTCC ANNUAL REPORTschool graduation is the most heartwarming thing for me, to see these men and women who are getting a second chance.” Later in life, Shaw spearheaded the Cross Creek Linear Park project through his work with the nonprofit Linear Park Corporation. He raised money to develop the trail, connecting historic sites and points of interest in downtown Fayetteville; he grew up on Cool Spring Street, near the area. Shaw’s dedication and commitment to FTCC didn’t go unnoticed. The college appropriately immortalized Shaw September 2005. The Harry F. Shaw Virtual College Center, on the Fayetteville Campus, was dedicated in his honor. He summarized his time at FTCC for himself and his family: “My association with Fayetteville Tech through the years has been a blessing to me and my family.” Harry Shaw’s family includes wife Claire Shaw and two daughters: Faison Shaw Covington and Sarah (Sally) Shaw Schmitz. He was also a grandfather to four, Harry Shaw Schmitz, Mary Schmitz Hansen, Gregory Faison Shaw, and Sinclair Shaw Munford. His son, Paul, and first wife, Sarah, predeceased Shaw.The 91-year-life of Harry Faison Shaw never wavered from remaining devoted to serving others. That was seen by those who saw education made better for all and quality of life in communities improved through his conviction to preserve the nature and beauty around him. Harry Shaw often referenced FTCC as having been a blessing in his life, but we at FTCC know that Harry Shaw has been a blessing for us. And for that, we say thank you. Forever. Second from the right, Harry F. Shaw, former FTCC Board of Trustees member and chairman, is presented with a framed Fayetteville Observer article about the completion of his vision, the Cross Creek Linear Park. He accepted the gift with, from left to right, FTCC Foundation Executive Director Lorna Ricotta, President Dr. J. Larry Keen and FTCC Foundation Board Member Dan Dederick. The Fayetteville City Council and the Linear Park Corporation renamed the area The Harry Shaw Linear Park after Shaw’s passing. 77FTCC ANNUAL REPORTWWW.FAYTECHCC.EDU“Harry Shaw loved Fayetteville Technical Community College! His fingerprints are all over the campus. Harry was instrumental in guiding the growth of the institution from a small little tech school to a well-known NC Community College! He gave of his time and talents to the college and was always telling people what a jewel the college is for the community ... Harry was well known and respected by college trustees on both the state and national levels. Fayetteville Tech will have a hard time replacing Harry Shaw because he was a true ambassador for the college. Few people have the passion and love for an institution as Harry did for FTCC. The Board of Trustees named the Virtual College Center for him, and rightfully so. This was a proud moment for him and his family. I believe that today’s generation could model their community service ideals after Mr. Shaw. He had his fingers in ‘many pies,’ as they say in this community. He always wanted Fayetteville to be a GREAT place to live, work and play. We are a better community because of Harry Shaw … they do not come any finer.”Breeden Blackwell, Ed.D. — Director of Government Relations, Cape Fear Valley Health System, Former FTCC Trustee Member“I knew Harry Shaw for more than 40 years as an FTCC Trustee, and as my immediate boss for a limited time; but most of all, as a dear friend. He had an unquenchable thirst for wanting to make FTCC the very best, and his lengthy dedication to achieve that goal, I believe, has been rarely equaled by anyone else. As chairman of the FTCC Board of Trustees, he personally recommended and the board approved me to serve as the interim president in 1996. And he and I subsequently became close friends, and took several college-related trips together with our spouses. However, our close friendship never prevented Chairman Shaw from occasionally reminding me that he was the boss! FTCC has become an exceptional educational institution, second to none in the nation, because of devoted people like Harry Shaw. I am confident that he lived his life with a sense of purpose and humor on the ‘Sunrise Side of the Mountain,’ where he began each day focused on the future, and always hoping for the best possible outcome for every situation. Rest in peace, my friend.” Dr. Linwood Powell — Current Board of Trustees Member, Previous President for Fayetteville Technical Community College, and Previous Board Member and Committee Chair for the North Carolina Community College System“Harry Shaw has been a leader in the Fayetteville community as long as I have known him. When I met him, I was with my dad and he made me my first loan when he was president of Home Federal Savings and Loan Association. He was a very successful banker. Then, I got to know him when I was appointed to the Board of Trustees for Fayetteville Technical Community College. He was the chairperson and a man of great leadership, showing lots of love for this college. He took on the responsibility of creating and raising money for the Cross Creek Trail. He also did what he was asked to do and did it with great service, again, to our community. He was a man who loved his community and our FTCC.”William S. Wellons, Jr. — Current Member of the Board of Trustees for Fayetteville Technical Community College“As a young and inexperienced real estate agent in the mid 1970’s, I faced many challenges, but decided, just the same, to open my own real estate company, Suzanne Barlow Realtors. By chance, I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Harry Shaw. I had an opportunity to sell a rather large commercial property, but having no experience in this type of sale, I began to look around for help.When I called on Mr. Shaw, he was so helpful. He treated me with utmost respect and a wonderful 40-year-plus friendship began. He did help me with my immediate need, but soon became a very important mentor in my real estate career. He taught me how to succeed in the ‘good old boys’ network! As years passed, and I earned various awards in the community, I never forgot to thank him in my acceptance speeches. He was a man of great integrity and kindness. It was a hard road to travel being just about the only woman in the Fayetteville real estate community, and the first to own my own company. I am so glad he saw something in me, that at that time, I couldn’t see for myself ... It is obvious that without Mr. Shaw’s interest, we would not have some of the things that we are all able to enjoy such as the Cape Fear River Trail, and the awesome work he did for FTCC. Fayetteville and I are a lot better off for having him with us all these years. He is greatly missed by me and I am sure by countless others that he has helped along the way.”Suzanne Pennink — Past Chairperson of Fayetteville Technical Community College’s Foundation Board of Directors, 2010-201178FTCC ANNUAL REPORTTell me about your role on campus. How do you interact with our donors, sponsors and more?I serve as the gifts officer, or fundraiser, for the college. The FTCC Foundation solicits private, corporate, and Foundation gifts to support the college, its students, and our mission. We host regular events to engage our community, alumni, and friends to share how the college is actively engaged throughout the region. The Foundation Board is comprised of approximately 31 volunteer members who understand philanthropy’s impact on access to higher education. With their support, we secure donations, scholarship endowments, and planned gifts to support FTCC students. Why is donorship important at FTCC?FTCC donors help make education accessible for students, many of whom would otherwise be unable to attend college. Through scholarships, students are able to complete their degrees and certifications with as few interruptions in their college career as possible. Without scholarships, most of FTCC’s students, many of whom are nontraditional, must take academic breaks for employment to pay for college. What are your biggest challenges and opportunities? One challenge is the misconception that as a state-funded college, there is little need for private donor support. In fact, a high percentage of students rely on federal aid or private scholarships at FTCC. We have an opportunity to share how we serve more than 30,000 students annually through full-time enrollment, distance education, certifications, adult education, continuing education and career readiness programs. FTCC works closely with veterans and active military members to provide Transition Tech, training, and Credit for Prior Learning (CPL).Furthermore, we work closely with industry and business sectors to provide highly skilled students, trained in their respective programs ranging from mechanical, nursing, dental assisting or radiography, to business and more. We have a great opportunity to partner with additional businesses. Part of our role in the Foundation is to bridge that relationship. It is delightful to share our programs and capabilities with others and witness their epiphany after realizing the critical role that FTCC plays in the region. Can you tell us about the upcomingcomprehensive donorship campaigns? Our Fall Chair’s Gala was held on October 4, 2017. We recognized former board chairs from the Trustees and Foundation. Proceeds benefited scholarships. In April, we host a silent auction and golf tournament to support scholarships. In addition, we host an annual campaign and faculty/staff campus fund drive. Why is a strong alumni network so important for FTCC? The alumni network helps sustain accessible education for students. For example, each year, alumni scholarships are awarded. Alumni also have firsthand experience to share with future students about the programs available and how the degrees or certifications can change their career trajectory. When community college alumni advance to a four-year university, typically the alumni affinity is geared more towards the baccalaureate granting university. We aspire to provide the community college alumni with a similar experience through social engagements, newsletters, social media, and other channels. What is the best part of your job? The best part of my job is being witness to a life-changing moment for a student. When our fundraising work in the Foundation manifests through scholarships, emergency, or book funds as successful graduation and career placement for a student, we have done well. It is gratifying to witness how our work alters a student’s career, as well as their family’s outcome. Can you give us an example of a student or donor who has really stood out to you? We are delighted when a gift comes full circle, as it did recently when one of our successful alumni returned after 26 years to provide a $5,000 event sponsorship. The funds raised benefitted students in need of scholarships.A chat with Lorna Ricotta about giving, donorshipMaking education accessibleNext >