Dr. Chris Pilkington is the coordinator for the Educational Leadership & Management (ELM) online program. He earned a Baccalaureate degree in Workforce Education and Development from Southern Illinois University, a Master's in Human Resources from Chapman University, and a doctorate in Leadership from Argosy University. He also is a professor for the Educational Leadership and Management program for the California School of Education. He had a successful 20 year career in the United States Marine Corps and was the Program Manager for the Navy's Anti-terrorism & Force Protection Program after leaving active duty.