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Alan Gatlin

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Chief Operating Officer, Vice President Finance and Administration at Alma College
📍 Alma, Michigan, United States

Alan Gatlin is the Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Finance and Administration at Alma College. His extensive executive career includes serving as President and CEO for several companies, including WW Williams, Inc. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Murray State University.

Recently retired from Alma College, Alan has become deeply involved in his community by co-founding the Gratiot County chapter of Face Addiction Now (FAN). He played a key role in launching the Hope Not Handcuffs program, dedicating his time to supporting individuals and families affected by addiction.

He has transitioned from leading major corporations in the automotive and industrial sectors to a key leadership role in higher education and community advocacy.

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Experience
25 Years
Current Role
Chief Operating Officer, Vice President Finance and Administration
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States
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Community Advocacy
Played a pivotal role in establishing the Gratiot County chapter of Face Addiction Now (FAN) and its Hope Not Handcuffs program in 2023 to support those with addiction challenges.
Higher Ed Operations
As COO and VP of Finance at Alma College, he has direct responsibility for the college's finances, IT, HR, and facilities management.
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Career

Work history

6-2017
Chief Operating Officer, Vice President Finance and Administration
Alma College
4-2015 - 4-2017
President and CEO
WW Williams, Inc
1-2005 - 8-2014
President and CEO
ETX, Inc.
6-2003 - 12-2004
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Northstar Aerospace
12-1999 - 5-2003
Chief Financial Officer
Jordan Auto Aftermarket
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Education
1982 - 1987
BS
Murray State University
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