Howard E. Bates

Howard E. Bates is currently the Director of Technology at Public Schools Of Petoskey, overseeing the technology needs of 2700 students and 400 staff members across multiple schools in Northern Michigan. Bates has a background in teaching programming courses at North Central Michigan College and Petoskey High School, as well as experience in member service at St. Francis X Federal Credit Union. Additionally, Bates has expertise in web application development and previously served in the US Army as an Infantryman. Bates is currently pursuing a degree in Paramedicine at North Central Michigan College.