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Meet the GLS Team

Meet the GLS Team

Sherri Thompson is a Career and Technical Education leader focused on building high-impact workforce pipelines that connect students, educators, and industry. She brings over 20 years of experience in human resources, providing deep expertise in hiring practices, workforce development, and talent pipelines. Sherri leads innovative career readiness initiatives, including the Good Life Solutions Program, where graduating seniors gain real-world experience through employer engagement, interviews, and job opportunities prior to graduation. Her work bridges the gap between education and employment—helping students build confidence, develop in-demand skills, and transition successfully into the workforce.

Tel: 757-869-2226

sherri.thompson@nhrec.org

 

As a proud graduate of an NHREC Career & Technical program, it’s incredibly rewarding to now help students take their next steps from the classroom to their careers. Supporting their growth, guiding their decisions, and celebrating their success after graduation is what drives my passion every day.  

Tel:757-874-4444 ext. 5665

kelsey.forrest@nhrec.org

 

James "Darin" Cowan graduated from Liberty University in 2012.  In the years following his graduation, his passion for training and teaching was cultivated through conducting New Hire Orientations and On the Job training at Busch Gardens Williamsburg.  Darin quickly found himself in Human Resources at BayPort Credit Union, where his primary objective was leadership development and coaching. Through workshops, individual coaching plans, classes and structured training, he has encouraged the growth of numerous employees and students across Hampton Roads.

Tel: (757) 704-4675 | ext 3330

Email: james.cowan@nhrec.org