John A. Logan College CFO Announces Resignation
Published on November 12, 2026
John A. Logan College Vice President for Business Services and Chief Financial Officer Dr. Susan LaPanne has announced her intention to resign effective March 31, 2027, and has notified College President Dr. Kirk Overstreet and the Board of Trustees of her decision.
LaPanne, who joined John A. Logan College in 2023, brought an extensive background in higher education and health care administration from Rhode Island. During her tenure, she has led significant improvements to the College’s budget development process and financial operations, contributing to multiple clean audits and three consecutive zero-based budgets.
LaPanne said she originally planned to remain at the College until July 2028 but decided an earlier departure would better position the institution as it prepares for its 2028 Higher Learning Commission accreditation visit.
“I have enjoyed my time at John A. Logan College and the incredible staff and leadership I have had the opportunity to work with at the College,” LaPanne said. “My time at John A. Logan College has been so rewarding, but there are some things that I want to do personally and professionally at this stage in my life that make this the ideal time to step away from a full-time financial executive role.”
LaPanne said her plans include writing, consulting, teaching, and spending more time with family. She hopes to complete two unfinished manuscripts, including a return to children’s literature after writing a children’s book in her early 20s. She also plans to pursue consulting and educational opportunities focused on protecting individuals from financial abuse.
“I wrote a children’s book in my early 20s, and I have two uncompleted manuscripts that I want to complete. I would also like to consult and teach the importance of protecting individuals against financial abuse,” LaPanne said. “I would also like to see my son, who lives in Florida, more often, and this will give me the ability to do so.”
Although her departure is still several months away, LaPanne said she wanted to announce her decision early to provide the College with sufficient time to prepare for the transition. She plans to complete the budget process for the upcoming fiscal year and help Overstreet search for her successor.
Overstreet said LaPanne’s departure will be felt throughout the College but expressed appreciation for her contributions and her willingness to help ensure a smooth transition.
“My heartfelt gratitude goes to Dr. LaPanne for her time here at the College. She has been a valuable partner on the executive team, and her work ethic and humor have made her time here one of great success, and she has been a joy to work with,” Overstreet said. “I fully understand her reasons for stepping away to pursue other interests and time with family. She will be greatly missed, and I am thankful she will be here to aid in the transition.”
According to Overstreet, the College plans to launch a national search for the position in December, with the goal of hiring a replacement during the spring semester. LaPanne will assist with the search and transition process before her March 31, 2027, departure.
The College will continue its financial planning and accreditation preparation efforts during the transition.