Overview and Impact
At West Valley College, the President’s Innovation and Impact Council (PIIC) serves as a collaborative space for thought leadership, strategic partnership, and transformative dialogue among leaders in education, business, government, philanthropy, and community-based organizations throughout Santa Clara County and the broader region.
Grounded in our college’s deep commitment to equity, access, and student success, the Council fosters inclusive engagement, shared learning, and visionary planning.
Each year, PIIC members will contribute to shaping and supporting initiatives that elevate innovation and expand West Valley College’s responsiveness to the evolving needs of the communities we serve, especially those historically marginalized.
Signature experiences include:
- The President’s Innovation & Impact Dinner, which raises critical funds to directly support students and drive equity-minded innovation across the college, and
- An Annual Regional Roundtable, where Council members engage in deep dialogue and action-planning around pressing issues such as economic mobility, educational access, and community resilience.
Together, we will champion a future in which all students regardless of background or circumstance can thrive academically, professionally, and personally. The Council’s work will reflect a shared commitment to building a vibrant, inclusive economy rooted in opportunity, innovation, and social justice.