Meet the Team

Dr. Amy Spears-Boyd

Amy Spears-Boyd

Director of Communications
Office: Hickman 131
Phone: 931.540.2509
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Amy is the leader of the Communications Office at Columbia State. She is a Columbia State alum and works hard at leading the team to strategies, coordinate and implement the public relations and branding efforts.

Eric Gauthier

Eric Gauthier

Web Developer
Office: Hickman Building
Phone: 931.540.2788
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Eric works on coding for the Columbia State website, creating new and specialized components that benefit current and prospective students and their families as well as the community. 

Carl Jones

Carl Jones

Print & Digital Communications Coordinator
Office: Hickman 131
Phone: 931.540.2639
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Carl works on print publications for the college such as the President's Annual Report, various postcards and the Admissions viewbooks. He also handles various photography projects and has won state and regional awards for his photos. Currently, he and his family are renovating a historic home in Maury County.

Brandon Mimms

Brandon Mimms

Social Media & Special Events
Office: Hickman Building
Phone: 931.540.2691
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Brandon handles a variety of social media accounts, including TikTok, Instagram and Facebook, for Columbia State, creating relevant and engaging content for students. He is also responsible for special events at the college.

Susan Pobst

Susan Pobst

Campus Operator/Receptionist
Office: Pryor Building
Phone: 931.540.2850
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In addition to greeting guests to Columbia State, Susan is responsible for keeping the website updated and providing support to the Communications team. 

Margaret Sanders

Margaret Sanders

Staff Writer
Office: Hickman 131
Phone: 931.540.2825
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Margaret is responsible for writing Columbia State's news releases and communicating with the media, including newspapers, radio and television stations in Middle Tennessee.