Meet our Instructors

Learn from Industry Experts.
Build Skills That Strengthen Your Team.

Strong teams don’t happen by accident. They are built through clear communication, effective leadership, and the ability to navigate real workplace challenges.

At Eastern Iowa Community Colleges, our Continuing Education instructors bring real-world experience into every session—helping individuals and organizations build practical skills they can apply right away.

Meet the instructors leading training in communication, workplace safety, change management, and conflict resolution.

Instructor Highlights

 

Jess Fah

Clear Communication That Drives Performance

When expectations are unclear, performance suffers. Jess Fah helps leaders and teams align communication, reduce frustration, and improve results.

Through interactive sessions, participants experience how miscommunication happens and learn practical strategies to ensure expectations are clearly understood.

Focus Areas:

• Communication and expectation-setting
• Team alignment and performance
• Leadership development

 

Clayton Spinler

Workplace Safety Made Clear and Practical

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures are critical—but often overly complex. Clayton Spinler breaks them down into clear, easy-to-follow practices that strengthen workplace safety.

His hands-on approach helps teams understand not just the process, but the importance of consistent safety practices.

Focus Areas:

• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) training
• Industrial maintenance fundamentals
• OSHA and workplace safety

 

Brenda Meeker

Leading Through Change with Confidence

Change is constant—but navigating it effectively requires awareness and intention. Brenda Meeker helps individuals and teams understand how people experience change and how to move forward productively.

Participants gain practical tools to manage transitions, improve communication, and support others through change.

Focus Areas:

• Change management
• Emotional intelligence
• Leadership and team development

 

Paulette Milewski

Handling Conflict with Clarity and Respect

Disagreement is part of any workplace. Paulette Milewski helps professionals navigate conflict in a way that strengthens relationships instead of damaging them.

Her sessions provide practical tools to reduce tension, communicate clearly under pressure, and keep conversations productive.

Focus Areas:

• Conflict resolution
• Workplace communication
• Collaboration and teamwork

Why Train with EICC?

EICC’s Continuing Education programs are designed for real workplaces and real challenges.

• Practical, hands-on learning you can apply immediately
• Experienced instructors with industry backgrounds
• Flexible training options for individuals and organizations
• Programs built around workforce needs in Eastern Iowa

Whether you are developing new leaders, strengthening your team, or building your own skillset, EICC provides training that makes an impact.

Build Stronger Teams with Training That Works

From individual professional development to organization-wide training, EICC offers programs designed to meet you where you are.

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Need a customized solution? Our contract training can be built around your team, your goals, and your schedule.

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