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Brookdale Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Cyndie Williams and Dr. Stephanie D’Alessio to its Board of Trustees. Governor Phil Murphy and the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners have selected these two distinguished professionals who will bring a wealth of expertise in education, management, and community service to the college. 

Appointed by Governor Murphy, Williams’s commitment to education and workforce development is evident. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Labor Studies and Employment Relations from Rutgers University and a Journey Level Carpenter certification. Currently, she heads the Carpenter Contractor Trust, representing 42,000 carpenters and thousands of signatory contractors across a six-state region, including New Jersey. Her extensive experience includes roles such as Executive Director for The Carpenter Contractor Trust, Council Representative for the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters, and Field Administrator for UBCNJCTF, INC, where she managed Job Corps programs and developed curricula.  

Dr. Stephanie D'AlessioSelected by the County Commissioners, Dr. D’Alessio brings broad experience in educational leadership, program development, and a commitment to promoting career readiness. She earned her Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Monmouth University and her B.A. and M.A. in Education from Seton Hall University. She also holds a DoS Certification in Evaluation and Assessment of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Programming from the PEAR Institute at Harvard. Dr. D’Alessio is currently serving as Assistant Division Director with the Department of Military and Veteran Affairs, State of New Jersey. Her previous roles include Assistant Supervisor of Educational Programs, State of New Jersey, public school teacher, and director of daily programming operations for two New Jersey non-profit organizations. 

Board Chairman Paul Crupi expressed his enthusiasm for the new appointments: “We are thrilled to welcome Cyndie Williams and Dr. Stephanie D’Alessio to the Brookdale Community College Board of Trustees. Their extensive backgrounds and commitment to education and community service will be tremendous assets to our team, and I look forward to serving alongside them.” 

President David M. Stout, Ph.D., also shared his excitement: “Both Trustees bring unique perspectives and a wealth of experience to the Board. I look forward to working with them to continue advancing Brookdale’s mission and enhancing our students’ educational experiences.” 

Brookdale Community College remains committed to providing high-quality education and fostering a supportive learning environment. The addition of Cyndie Williams and Dr. Stephanie D’Alessio to the Board of Trustees underscores the college’s dedication to excellence and community engagement.

Chairman Paul Crupi, Cyndie Williams, Stephanie D’Alessio, President David M. Stout.

Diversity Statement: Brookdale Community College fosters an environment of inclusion and belonging. We promote a safe and open culture, encourage dialogue respecting diverse perspectives informed by credible sources, and uphold the virtues of civil discourse. We celebrate all identities with the understanding that ultimately, diversity, equity, and inclusion cultivate belonging and make us a stronger Brookdale community.