Recognizing Champions Who Educate, Accelerate and Inspire

The Trident Champion's Award recognizes outstanding employees who embody Trident Technical College's core values through their commitment to educating, accelerating and inspiring others.

This award honors individuals who demonstrate excellence in service, collaboration, innovation, integrity, and student success while making a meaningful impact on colleagues, students, and the College community. Through leadership, dedication, and a passion for continuous improvement, Trident Champions help advance the mission and values of Trident Technical College every day.

Know someone who educates, accelerates and inspires? Nominate a Trident Champion Today!
Nominations may be submitted by TTC employees, students, community partners and local community.

2026 Quarterly Award Winners

Antonio Robinson


Student Success Champion
Antonio Robinson, Director of Upward Bound Math & Science

Awarded to an employee who makes a meaningful contribution to student achievement and success.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pepe Zerda


Innovation Champion
Pepe Zerda, Psychology Coordinator

Awarded to an employee who develops creative solutions that improve services, operations or outcomes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Derrick Winn with Student

Customer Service Champion
Derrick Wynn, Success Coach

Awarded to an employee who consistently delivers exceptional service to students, employees, and community members.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



  Jean Brooks

Collaboration Champion
Jean Brooks, College Recruiter

Awarded to an employee who fosters teamwork and build strong relationships across the college and community.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tonya Misuraca

 

Emerging Leader Champion
Tonya Misuraca, Assistant Dean Humanities and Social Sciences

Awarded to an employee who demonstrates leadership potential and positively influence others.

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

Marshall Connor

 

2026 Annual Winner
President's Champion Award
Marshall Connor, Vice President for Economic Development

The highest employee recognition award, honoring an individual who exemplifies the mission, vision, and values of Trident Technical College. Annual recipients are selected from quarterly winners and honored at the August All-College Meeting.