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Jim Cook

Jim Cook is a continuing education and training leader in both the government and private sectors.

His expertise includes creating, managing, and growing continuing education businesses through effective strategic planning, management, leadership, and budgeting.

Jim has prepared three organizations for IACET Accreditation before successfully completing Applications for Initial Accreditation for each company.

Jim has been an IACET Commissioner for four years, also serving on the IACET Accreditation Review Committee (ARC). Jim has reviewed dozens of Initial and Re-Accreditation Applications as a Lead Reviewer.

Jim enjoys training adults by getting them involved, showing them the value and relevance of the material in the course, and allowing everyone to share their experiences.

Karen LaMarsh

A staunch advocate for quality continuing and professional education, Dr. Karen LaMarsh is passionate about her role as IACET’s Director of Accreditation. Previously, she served Chair of the IACET Commission and has facilitated national workshops to help applicants establish quality practices. She earned an engineering degree from Georgia Tech and not only a Master’s but also Doctorate in Adult Education from the University of Georgia. She has held several esteemed positions in universities, boards, and committees and consulted with entities to help them offer quality education programs.