Goldey-Beacom College Elects Joan Verbonitz as Chair of the Board of Trustees

CONTACT: Janine G. Sorbello, Dir. of Ext. Affairs

PHONE: 302-225-6261

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DATE: July 23, 2026

Wilmington, DE (07/23/2026) — Goldey-Beacom College (GBC) announced that Joan Verbonitz has been elected Chair of the College’s Board of Trustees effective July 1, 2026. A dedicated trustee since 2011 and a two-time Goldey-Beacom College graduate, Verbonitz succeeds Dr. Cornelia “Connie” Winner, who served as Board Chair since 2022.

Throughout her years of service, Verbonitz has been a steadfast advocate for the College’s mission, helping guide its strategic growth while championing opportunities for students and alumni alike.

“I’ve been a proud part of the GBC community for many years – as a student for both my undergraduate and graduate degrees, as a trustee, and as a member of the alumni association,” said Verbonitz. “It is my distinct honor and pleasure to step into the role of board chair, following in the footsteps of many impressive predecessors. I am humbled by the opportunity and committed to serving the College well.”

Verbonitz is currently the chief administrative officer for Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) where she is responsible for strategic and tactical oversight of human resources, procurement, external affairs & communications, information technology, and internal compliance.

Verbonitz received the GBC Rising Star award in 2005, and in 2017, was inducted into Distinguished Alumni Gallery. She holds two degrees from Goldey-Beacom: Bachelor of Science in Marketing Management, 1993; and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resource Management, 2004.

About Goldey-Beacom College

Founded in 1886, Goldey-Beacom College has approximately 1,100 students enrolled from 29 states and 65 nations. The College offers 48 degree options in its graduate and undergraduate programs with majors in psychology, economics, criminal justice, communication & media, human services, English, and all areas of business, including accounting, business administration, entrepreneurship and finance.

The College is committed to connecting its graduates with careers in their respective fields. For over a decade, the College has long boasted a more than 90% positive outcome rate for graduates. Goldey-Beacom College is in Pike Creek Valley, a suburb of Wilmington, Delaware. The College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.

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