Robert Paul, President, Carrington Colleges Group, Inc.

Carrington Colleges Group programs, offered through Carrington College™ and Carrington College™ California, prepare students for careers in a diverse range of over twenty programs in business, drafting, graphics, health care, legal and liberal studies through certificate, associate and bachelor degree programs. Carrington Colleges is a part of DeVry Inc. (NYSE: DV), a global provider of educational services.

Paul joined DeVry in 2007 as Vice President of Metro Operations at DeVry University. His responsibilities included oversight of the university’s network of nearly 100 North American locations. Paul has been instrumental in the success of several major projects at DeVry including the creation of Next Generation Student Central, a program that focuses on world-class support services to help more students succeed in school and graduate. Paul was named President of Carrington Colleges Group in 2011 and oversees the success of the 20 campuses of Carrington College and Carrington College California.

Paul is an 18-year veteran of private-sector higher education. He has served in a variety of leadership roles across numerous locations during his career including director of enrollment, campus director, regional vice president, and vice president of operations.

Paul holds a bachelor’s degree in English from McDaniel College and a master’s degree in Organizational Management from University of Phoenix.

He resides in Phoenix, Ariz. with his wife and daughter.

William C. Clohan, Chairman

Mr. Clohan has served as U.S. Undersecretary of Education, Education Counsel to the Education and Labor Committee of the U.S. House of Representatives, Legislative Assistant to two Members of Congress, General Counsel/Vice President for Government Relations for the Association of Independent Colleges and Schools, General Counsel to two postsecondary accrediting agencies (Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools; the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools), and Executive Director for the California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools. Mr. Clohan is also an active board member of the Career College Association. From 1982 to 1996, he was a partner in Clohan & Dean, a Washington-based law firm specializing in representation of higher education and banking clients. Mr. Clohan was an officer in the U.S. Air Force for five years, serving as commander of the headquarters support squadrons for Tactical Air Command and for Air Force Systems Command. Mr. Clohan holds a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center, a M.S. in Administration from George Washington University, and a B.S. in International Relations and in Political Science from the U.S. Air Force Academy.

Jeffrey R. Akens, President, Carrington College™ California (formerly Western Career College)

Jeff Akens is President of Carrington College California.

Carrington College California programs prepare students for careers in a diverse range of over twenty programs in liberal studies, healthcare, wellness, legal, business, and technical disciplines through certificate and associate programs. Carrington College California is a part of DeVry Inc. (NYSE: DV), a global provider of educational services.

Akens joined Carrington College California in 1993 as an Employer Liaison and subsequently served as a campus director of career services, and executive director of three different campuses. In 2004, he became the regional director of operations in the Pacific Northwest for Carrington College California's sister division, Carrington College™ (formerly Apollo College), and later the Regional Director of Operations in the California Central Valley. Akens became president of Carrington College California in 2007.

As President of a regionally accredited college system with nine campus locations and online offerings, Akens lead the colleges to its highest student population and a dramatic improvement in operating efficiency while student and employee satisfaction significantly increased.

Prior to joining Carrington, Akens worked for ten years as director of marketing and a partner in a Sacramento-based pest control business. He currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools (CAPPS).

Akens is a graduate of California State University, Sacramento, where he earned a bachelor's degree in business administration with a minor in government, and is currently pursuing his MBA at Keller Graduate School of Management. He earned a certificate in public relations from the University of California Davis and is a graduate of the Career College Association's Leadership Institute.

Tamara Rozhon, President, Carrington College® (formerly Apollo College)

Dr. Tamara Rozhon is the President of Carrington College®.

Dr. Rozhon brings a successful 18-year track record of higher education to Carrington College®, a part of DeVry Inc., a global provider of educational services, and has the drive and motivation to continue her success for years to come.

Dr. Rozhon was appointed as president of Carrington College® in 2011. In her new role, Rozhon is responsible for overseeing operations as well as growth strategies for the 11 campuses that comprise Carrington College.

Prior to joining Carrington College®, Rozhon served as chief operating officer and senior vice president of strategic operations and business expansion for TCS Education System for six years. During her role, she was responsible for marketing, admissions, campus operations, international initiatives and student services for four separate higher education affiliates. She also held leadership positions at Alta Colleges, Argosy University and American Schools of Professional Psychology before her years with TCS.

“In her 18 years in postsecondary education, Tamara has demonstrated the ability to successfully develop, implement and manage initiatives that drive excellence and adapt to the changing higher education environment,” said Rob Paul, President of Carrington Colleges Group, Inc. “We look forward to the knowledge she brings and are excited to welcome her to the Carrington and DeVry Inc. family.”

Rozhon holds a doctorate in higher education management from University of Pennsylvania, a master’s degree in adult education from National-Louis University and a bachelor’s degree from Northern Illinois University. She also brings experience in the classroom, having taught at Elgin Community College and in the adult education program in the Illinois public school system.

Sanjay Sardana, Vice President of Finance

Sanjay Sardana joined Carrington Colleges Group, Inc., a part of DeVry Inc., a global provider of educational services, in 2012 as the Vice President of Finance. His experience and knowledge of the educational financial industry shines through his success with the Carrington brand.

In his role, Sanjay is responsible for overseeing the accounting, financial operations and financial planning and analysis teams, which is comprised of Carrington College® and Carrington College® California.

Prior to joining Carrington, Sanjay served as the Sr. Director of Financial Services at DeVry University. He was responsible for the finance team and for creating the student finance team for Online, which supports DeVry University, it’s Keller Graduate School of Management and Chamberlain College of Nursing.

Post DeVry, at Ultimate Medical Academy, where he was the Sr. Vice President of Finance and Operations, he oversaw finance, student finance and campus operations for the company. Sanjay also spent five years with the Mentor Network, a diversified managed healthcare services company.

“We are pleased to welcome Sanjay back to the to the Carrington and DeVry Inc. family,” said Robert Paul, president of Carrington Colleges Group, Inc. “He brings significant higher education experience in both finance and operations to his new role at Carrington. ”

Sanjay earned a B.S. in Finance from Shri Ram College of Commerce of Delhi University in New Delhi, India, an MBA in Accounting from Johnson & Wales University, and an MBA in Marketing from DeVry University’s Keller Graduate School of Management.

Andy Vaughn, Vice President, Marketing and Admissions

Mr. Vaughn has served as the Vice President of Marketing and Admissions since August 2008. Mr. Vaughn previously served as the Director of Marketing and Admissions for Carrington College™ from 2004-2008.

Mr. Vaughn has over 10 years experience working in private postsecondary education including previous positions as Vice President of Marketing and Admissions at Collins College, Corporate Director of Admissions at Heald College and Associate Director of Student Services/Admissions at National University. During his tenure in private education, Mr. Vaughn has a proven track record of strong results, outcomes and leadership development of marketing and admissions teams. His leadership positions have included the oversight of successful campus start ups, growing student populations of mature campuses and delivering excellent revenue growth for many different college systems. Prior to working in private postsecondary education he worked in commercial broadcasting in positions such as Promotions Director and commercial production.

Mr. Vaughn received a BA degree in Journalism and Communication from the University of Nebraska and an MS degree in Education from National University in San Diego.

David McMurtry, Vice President, Information Technology

Mr. McMurtry has been the head of Carrington Colleges Group, Inc.’s Information Technology department since January of 2004. Prior to taking on this role, he was the Vice President of Information Systems for Carrington College™ California.

Mr. McMurtry has over 15 years experience working in private postsecondary education, and has developed systems that have involved all areas of college operations. Since joining Carrington Colleges Group, Inc., he has migrated the Company’s numerous legacy student management, telecommunications, and accounting systems to a group of consolidated systems that serve the entire Carrington Colleges Group, Inc. enterprise. Mr. McMurtry holds a J.D. from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, graduating with Great Distinction, and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of California, Santa Barbara.

Alison Gregg, Vice President, Human Resources

Ms. Gregg has served as Human Resources Vice President of Carrington Colleges Group, Inc. since joining the Company in March 2004. Ms. Gregg has over 30 years of Human Resources management experience in various industries including biomedical, professional services, high technology, and manufacturing.

Prior to joining Carrington Colleges Group, Inc., Ms. Gregg served as Human Resources Executive Director for Fair Isaac Corporation. Previously, she held Human Resources management positions at Unisys Corporation, ATL/Quantum, Sorin Biomedical, Embion, and Norris Industries (later purchased by Masco Corporation).

Ms. Gregg holds a Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from Loyola Marymount University, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Redlands, and a Professional Designation in Business from UCLA.

Melissa Esbenshade, Vice President of Marketing

Melissa Esbenshade brings 17 years of marketing experience to Carrington Colleges Group, Inc., a part of DeVry Inc., a global provider of educational services, and was appointed vice president of marketing in August 2011. Her passion and commitment to bringing success to the Carrington brand shows in her hard work and dedication.

In her role, Esbenshade is responsible for creating, leading and managing marketing strategies to recruit and retain students for Carrington Colleges Group, Inc., which is comprised of Carrington College® and Carrington College® California.

Prior to joining Carrington, Esbenshade served as vice president of marketing for Universal Technical Institute where she led a team that reduced response time to prospective students, enhanced the quality of student inquiries and optimized the marketing mix. She also spent nine years at General Electric in positions that included industry marketing manager and vice president of marketing and product development for GE Money.

“We are pleased to welcome Melissa to the Carrington and DeVry Inc. family,” said Robert Paul, president of Carrington Colleges Group, Inc. “She brings a rich blend of professional experience in marketing, customer service and process improvement both in private sector higher education and business.”

Esbenshade holds a Master of Business Administration in services marketing and management from Arizona State University and a bachelor’s degree in business administration from University of Richmond. She resides in Scottsdale, Ariz. with her husband, where they enjoy hiking and camping in the great southwest.