Dr. Tony Zeiss serves as president of Central Piedmont Community College and has been named "CEO of the Year" for 2004-2005 for all 1,200 community colleges in America by the Association of Community College Trustees. Zeiss holds a doctorate in community college administration, a master's degree in speech (radio and TV), and a bachelor's degree in speech education. Dr. Zeiss is a frequent keynoter for companies and colleges on recruiting, developing, and retaining peak performers at the workplace. He regularly consults with states and regions on Economic Development.