About me
Danny Fisher serves as Dean of Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, and Trades at GateWay Community College in Phoenix, Arizona, where he leads programs that prepare students for careers in advanced manufacturing, semiconductor technology, and the skilled trades. His work focuses on building strong partnerships between education and industry to ensure students are prepared for evolving workforce opportunities and emerging technologies.Fisher’s career reflects a broad commitment to career and technical education across multiple levels. He previously served as Career and Technical Education Director for Park City School District in Utah and Mesa Public Schools in Arizona, and as Principal and Chief Operations Officer at the East Valley Institute for Technology (EVIT), a career and technical education high school in Mesa, Arizona. Earlier in his career, he worked in construction trades, pharmaceuticals, nonprofit organizations, and both small and Fortune 500 companies, experiences that continue to shape his practical, workforce-centered leadership approach.He currently leads major initiatives, including the Future48 Semiconductor Workforce Accelerator, a $20+ million project developed in partnership with the Arizona Commerce Authority, and collaborates with college systems across Arizona to establish consistent semiconductor technician curriculum and industry-recognized credentials that support statewide workforce development.Fisher holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Westminster College in Utah, as well as a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership and Policy from the University of Utah. Outside of work, he enjoys camping, hiking, kayaking, mountain climbing, and spending time outdoors with his family. He joined the NextLevel Postsecondary CTE Leaders Fellowship to continue strengthening his leadership skills while expanding career pathways that create lasting opportunities for students, their families, and their communities.
