Dr. Donna Sadler came to Arizona College of Nursing – Cleveland in 2025 with 29 years of nursing experience and 8 years of experience in nursing education. Prior to joining Arizona College of Nursing, Dr. Sadler served as the Nursing Program Director for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, an Associated Degree in Nursing (ADN) program, and a License Practical Nursing (LPN) program for a local college in the Cleveland and Akron area. Her leadership is rooted in a strong foundation of clinical expertise, academic excellence, and a passion for student success.
She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Grand Canyon University, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a specialization in education from Capella University, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the prestigious Howard University. In addition to her academic and leadership accomplishments, Dr. Sadler is the author of 10 Tips To Being Successful in Nursing School: “Real Talk”, a practical guide that offers honest and empowering advice to help nursing students thrive throughout their educational journey.
Through her commitment to excellence in nursing education, Dr. Sadler continues to inspire the next generation of nurses with her dedication, insight, and unwavering support.
Education: DNP, Grand Canyon University | MSN, Capella University | BSN, Grand Canyon Howard University
Education: MBA, Stanford | BS, California State University, Chico
Education: MA, New York University | BA, UCLA
Cheryl McInerney, MSN, RN has spent her 34-year career in nursing working to improve the health of individuals, families, and communities, including vulnerable and underrepresented populations, in a variety of settings. The last 13 years have been in nursing education as a professor and administrator in nursing education programs serving non-traditional students. Dean McInerney considers it a privilege to help prepare the next generation of nurses for practice. She describes her practice as “outcomes focused using data and best practice evidence to guide decision making”.
Dean McInerney has presented at several academic conferences and poster exhibits including at the National Conference of the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) and The Silverman Symposium of the Silverman Institute for Health Quality and Improvement at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts. She has been the recipient of the Massachusetts Nursing Association’s Award for Excellence in Clinical Practice and the Faculty of the Year Award from Bay State College.
A native of Boston, Massachusetts, Dean McInerney relocated to the sunny skies of Arizona to take the role of Dean of Nursing at Phoenix. She has five adult children and six grandchildren. Her eldest son is a psychiatric nurse practitioner, and her youngest daughter is a registered nurse working in pediatrics.
Education: Master’s of Science Degree in Nursing from Salem State University in Salem, Massachusetts | Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from the University of Massachusetts | Associate Degree in Nursing from Bunker Hill Community College
Dr. Tadzia Dennis has earned five degrees in her educational career, including an AA, BS, an M.Ed., an M.Ed., and a Ph.D.. She has over 20 years of higher education experience in student affairs, leadership management, and academic affairs, and was awarded Faculty of the Year in 2016. Dr. T. is extremely passionate about her students and higher education. She does all she can to support them and help them succeed in their educational journey.
Education: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD.), Higher Education/Higher Education Administration, University of Phoenix | Master of Education, Education | Leadership, Northern Arizona University | Master of Education, Career and Technical Education, Northern Arizona University | Bachelor of Science, Northern Arizona University
Prior to joining Arizona College in 2025, Mat served as the Vice President of Global Operations at The King’s College and Regional Director of Operations for Grand Canyon University. Moreover, he has held leadership positions in University Admissions at Academy of Art University and University of Phoenix. Mat also served a post overseas building the admissions framework for a prestigious new university in Saudi Arabia called NEOM U.
As Executive Director of Enrollment Services, Mat oversees campus operations, and the office of admissions.
Education: M.S. in Leadership, Grand Canyon University | M.B.A., University of Phoenix | B.A. in Journalism, University of Queensland
Brandon Corley serves as the Executive Director of the Phoenix campus and is the Campus Administrator responsible for campus and academic operations. He brings more than 20 years of higher education experience and prior to joining Arizona College, served as the Regional Vice President of Operations, Vice President of Student Services, and Chief Strategy Officer in the field of higher education. He has spent his career managing teams, directing campuses, and leading organizations in many different areas. Brandon also serves as a Board Member of the Arizona Private School Association.
Brandon has served as a senior-level operations, finance and strategic executive and have extensive experience leading and mentoring teams, managing department and campus operations, and providing strategic planning. He has a diversified background with extensive experience in higher education, nonprofit leadership, process and project management, and leadership development.
Brandon considers the greatest factors in determining success or failure to be attitude, communication, and adaptability, and Brandon enjoys working with others to help them attain their educational and professional goals.
Education: MS Organizational Leadership, Argosy University | BA Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Argosy University | AS Business Management, University of Phoenix
Olivia has been a registered nurse since 2012 working in home health, emergency medicine, medical surgical, and labor and delivery. Prior to joining Arizona College in 2019, Olivia was adjunct faculty at Eastern Arizona College, and full-time faculty at Pima Medical Institute, Pima Community College, Brigham Young University Idaho, and Arizona College of Nursing Tucson.
She was the Associate Dean of Arizona College of Nursing before moving into the Dean of Nursing role. She has held positions with the Arizona Nurses Association Nurse Educator Group as the Director of Education and served a term on the Arizona State Board of Nursing Education Advisory Committee.
Education: Doctor of Nursing Practice, Grand Canyon University | Master of Science in Nursing with an emphasis in Nursing Education, Grand Canyon University | Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Grand Canyon University | Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Eastern Arizona College
Colt Savage came to Arizona College of Nursing – Tucson in 2019 with fifteen years of teaching experience at the collegiate level specializing in Anatomy and Physiology, Neuroanatomy, and Biology.
As Dean of General Education, he helps facilitate student and faculty success. He is passionate about education and is grateful to be a part of their academic journey here at Arizona College.
Education: MS Biomedical Science Colorado State University | BS Biology University of Utah
Lulu Brinkley came to Arizona College of Nursing in 2023 and oversees the St. Louis campus. Previously, she was the Director of Admissions for Logan University. She has been in higher education for the last 11 years focusing on data driven enrollment goals. She is passionate about education and the impact it has on students.
As Senior Executive Director of Enrollment Services, Lulu is here to help students start their nursing journey. She is all about students first and creating a smooth transition for future nurses.
Education: MBA – Western Governors University | B.S., Psychology, University of Missouri-Saint Louis