Several roles constitute the Criswell College leadership team: President and Chief Executive Officer, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Chief Financial Officer/Vice President of Finance, Vice President of Advancement, and Vice President of Student Affairs and Communications. These senior administrators and the staff in their offices work to meet institutional goals and make real progress toward the College’s mission.

Barry K. Creamer, Ph.D.
President and Chief Executive Officer
bcreamer@criswell.edu | 214.818.1300
Dr. Creamer leads the institution in the pursuit of its mission and goals. He is the principal liaison between the Board of Trustees and the College, and he supervises and coordinates the activities of the Vice Presidents. He oversees the recruitment of faculty and staff who are in harmony with the College’s mission, ensures adherence to policies and procedures, and is responsible for communications, strategic planning, and development of the College’s resources.

Curtis A. Woods, Ph.D.
Vice President of Academic Affairs
cwoods@criswell.edu | 214.818.1316
Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Woods oversees the academic division. In this role, he provides leadership to the development of all academic programs, hiring, evaluation, and development of faculty, the Registrar’s office, Wallace Library, and distance learning.

Kevin Stilley
Chief Financial Officer &
Vice President of Finance
kstilley@criswell.edu | 214.818.1369
Mr. Stilley, as Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Finance, is responsible for overseeing sustainable financial, business, and other material services essential to the College’s successful achievement of its mission. He leads the financial, facilities, human resources, and information technology offices.

Luis Juárez
Vice President of Student Affairs & Communications,
Dean of Students
ljuarez@criswell.edu | 214.818.1345
As Vice President of Student Affairs & Communications and Dean of Students, Mr. Juárez oversees the student affairs division of the College. In this role, he provides leadership to the College’s recruitment efforts, all aspects of student life, and financial aid services.

Lance E.L. Ouellette
Vice President of Advancement
louellette@criswell.edu | 214.818.1312
In his role as Vice President of Advancement, Mr. Ouellette provides leadership in creating and implementing College advancement initiatives and support for the President’s fundraising activities. He manages the College’s efforts to establish and maintain relationships with key constituencies and leads the development of relationships with donors, alumni, and institutional partners, such as the W.A. Criswell Foundation.