Lonnie Roberts, Immediate Past President of Coastal Pines Technical College (CPTC), was recently honored with a retirement resolution by the State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) during its October 19, 2026, meeting in Savannah, Georgia.
The resolution recognized Roberts for his distinguished career spanning more than four decades of public service, including more than 25 years dedicated to technical education. Throughout his career, Roberts demonstrated a commitment to student success, educational accessibility, and workforce development across Southeast Georgia.
Roberts began his career in technical education at Altamaha Technical College in 2001, serving in several leadership positions, including Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Library Services, Director of Institutional Effectiveness, Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness, and Acting President. Following the establishment of Coastal Pines Technical College, he continued his service as Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness and later as Provost, providing steady leadership and helping fulfill the College's mission of providing accessible, high-quality education and workforce training.
In February 2021, Roberts was appointed President of Coastal Pines Technical College, where he led the College until his recent retirement.
Throughout his career, Roberts also served Jeff Davis County for 20 years as County Clerk and County Administrator, bringing a unique understanding of the communities and economic needs of Southeast Georgia to his work in technical education.
The resolution commended Roberts for his exemplary leadership, distinguished career, and lasting contributions to Coastal Pines Technical College, TCSG, and the citizens of Georgia.
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