Jesus Barron
Winchester
Summary
Growth-oriented higher education executive with progressive leadership experience driving enrollment expansion, revenue performance, and operational excellence across mission-driven education organizations. Proven success leading large cross-functional teams, scaling performance outcomes, and implementing data-driven strategies that improve student acquisition, retention, and lifecycle success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Enrollment Services
San Joaquin College
San Diego
07.2025 - Current
- Partnered with executive leadership to align recruitment strategy with institutional growth goals, supporting institutional revenue objectives.
- Led multi-functional enrollment organization to oversee admissions performance and conversion strategy, enhancing overall effectiveness.
- Drove data-informed decision making through KPI dashboards and forecasting models, optimizing enrollment outcomes.
- Led senior operational and performance initiatives for enrollment growth, workforce planning, and student pipeline execution supporting institutional revenue objectives.
Regional Territory Manager of Admissions
Grand Canyon University
Los Angeles
04.2023 - 07.2025
- Directed regional recruitment operations, managing territory planning and outreach strategy to enhance enrollment performance across diverse markets.
- Developed strategic partnerships with school districts, community colleges, and organizations to strengthen student pipelines and increase market presence.
- Led and coached a team of 10 direct reports, fostering engagement and driving conversion outcomes.
University Admissions Counselor IV
Grand Canyon University
San Diego
12.2019 - 04.2023
- Achieved 110% of annual enrollment goals with a 50-65% YoY conversion rate.
- Expanded engagement in San Diego territory, driving an increase in student applications.
- Led community events, resulting in a 20% rise in prospective student inquiries.
- Led community events, resulting in a 20% rise in prospective student
inquiries.
Financial Aid Specialist
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix
02.2018 - 05.2019
- Evaluated financial aid eligibility and ensured compliance with federal
regulations. - Guided students through financial aid and scholarship processes, enhancing their understanding and successful application.
- Managed budget allocations to optimize funding distribution, ensuring equitable access to resources.
Education
MBA - Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2018
Skills
- Revenue and Enrollment Growth Strategy
- Go-To-Market Execution
- Organizational Leadership
- Client and Student Success Strategy
- Performance Management
- Data and Forecasting Analytics
- Strategic Partnerships
- Operational Scaling
- Change Management
- Executive Stakeholder Engagement
Websites
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Director of Enrollment Services
San Joaquin College
07.2025 - Current
Regional Territory Manager of Admissions
Grand Canyon University
04.2023 - 07.2025
University Admissions Counselor IV
Grand Canyon University
12.2019 - 04.2023
Financial Aid Specialist
Grand Canyon University
02.2018 - 05.2019
MBA - Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
Grand Canyon University