- Staff Queensbury
Christopher Foley
- Assistant director of Continuing Education and Workforce Innovation
“I am excited to join SUNY Adirondack, a college that truly reflects the community it serves — welcoming and deeply committed to helping people build better futures. My experience in bringing people together — connecting learners and employers — feels like a natural extension of the work I’ve devoted my career to.”
Biography
Chris Foley is an accomplished executive and program management leader with more than 30 years of experience driving large-scale initiatives across workforce development, public administration and international governance. He has overseen multi-million-dollar programs supporting education, employment and human services domestically and abroad, including teaching graduate-level course at the School for International Training, managing global workforce wellness initiatives for USAID, and leading regional development efforts for Los Angeles County and the National Democratic Institute.
Education
Bachelor's degree in History from Saint Michael's College, 1985; Master's degree in Public Administration from California State University — Fullerton, 2000
Hobbies and interests
Recently relocated to the Glens Falls area, Chris and his wife are proud parents to three adult children and dog parents to two energetic golden retrievers. A lifelong learner and history enthusiast, he enjoys exploring local historic sites and hiking in the mountains, where he finds inspiration and balance in nature.