Staff

Randy is a seasoned executive leader currently serving as the President and CEO of IACET, a non-profit accrediting body in the continuing education and training sector. With a focus on strategic vision and operational excellence, he effectively leads the organization to achieve its mission and goals. Randy has been with IACET since 2016, initially serving as Vice President of Technology and, later, as the Chief Information Officer. 

With over two decades of experience in various leadership roles, Randy has a proven track record of driving organizational success. His expertise lies in aligning technological solutions with strategic objectives, ensuring operational efficiency and sustainable growth.

As the Chief Accreditation Officer, Karen is responsible for overseeing and implementing the accreditation application process and training solutions for the Commission and external stakeholders necessary to achieve the strategic and operational goals of the Board of Directors. She oversees the management of the application process, including appeals and denials, and the development and coordination of application workshops, application assistance webinars, and professional development learning events. 

With over 20 years of experience as a continuing education professional and almost 15 years on the IACET Commission and as a Facilitator, she is an advocate for quality adult training, workforce development, and continuous improvement. Karen also serves as the staff liaison to the Competency-based Learning Task Force and the Distance Learning Taskforce. 

Sherard Jones is the President of Strategic Futurist Consulting, an organization whose mission is to provide global leadership in Credentialing, Accreditation and Standards Development. Sherard has over 15 years of experience with IACET Accreditation in various roles and is committed to applying his expertise to support IACET in meeting its strategic goals. Sherard is currently a Lead Assessor for the ANSI-CAP program, has worked as Vice President of Education and Training for IAPMO, and was a past Chair of the IACET Commission. Sherard has 10+ years of experience in strategic program development and has partnered with clients having business needs varying from creating international workforce development programs to build capacity through training and credentialing — to creating and overseeing organizational restructuring plans.

Missy Thompson serves as the Director of Operations, where she brings over 15 years of experience in membership management, regulatory relations, and operational leadership. With a strong background in strategic planning, financial management, and HR functions, Missy has a proven track record of streamlining processes and enhancing operational efficiencies. She has held key roles at the Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine and the American Public University System, where she was instrumental in managing licensing operations and fostering strong customer relationships.

Missy is skilled in project management and is proficient in various software systems, including Salesforce, Smartsheet, and MS Teams. Her ability to lead cross-functional teams, coupled with her expertise in budget management, payroll, and employee relations, positions her to drive organizational success. Outside of work, Missy is an active community volunteer, serving on several local boards, including the Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Commission.

Bradley A. Davis is the Director of Training and Content Development for the International Accreditors for Continuing Education & Training (IACET). A cross-functional collaborator and instructional project manager, he has worked over the last decade in the non-profit association space, bringing innovation, intentional data management and usage, and content strategy to shape organizations supporting the Military History, Government Service, Education, and Cross-Enterprise Healthcare spaces. His leadership philosophy — emphasizing equitably meeting SMEs, contractors, staff, clients, members, and prospective personas where they are, wherever they are — has ensured strong connections across his various work environments, promoting life-long value throughout constituent’s tenure with his various employers. Bradley graduated from Southeastern Louisiana University with a B.A. in History in addition to earning both a Master of Military History and Certificate in Teaching and Learning from Norwich University.

As the Accreditation Specialist Alexa is responsible for assisting with matters related to upholding best practices for continuing education and training. Her duties include reviewing annual reports, creating targeted support content aimed at assisting applicants through the accreditation process, managing essential accreditation resources, helping facilitate IACET workshops and webinars, and providing information throughout the application review process. 

Alexa has a Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Studies and earned a Master of Education from George Mason University. She lives in the Washington DC metro area, and enjoys staying active, being outdoors, and spending time with friends and family.

Holding the title of  Membership & Communications Specialist, Jessica is charged with handling all member and prospective member inquires directly related to their account. She aides prospective members with any questions they may have in regards to our accreditation process.

With over 10 years of customer service and member service experience, representing the front line of IACET provides her with the opportunity to assist all of our valued providers and individual members to the best of her ability.

Jessica has also been appointed as the staff liaison for the Awards Committee as well as the Membership Committee.