Justin Whiteside Sworn in as Member of the BCC Board of Trustees

Brunswick Community College (BCC) welcomed Justin W. Whiteside as a member of the BCC Board of Trustees during a ceremony held Thursday October 16. Whiteside was nominated by Representative Frank Iler and appointed by the North Carolina House of Representatives.

The oath of office was administered by Rep. Iler, who is stepping down after 18 years of dedicated service as a Trustee. Assisting in the ceremony was Whiteside’s son, Walker, who proudly held the Bible as his father took the oath.

Whiteside, a native of Rutherford County, North Carolina, attended community college prior to his graduation in 2003 from Appalachian State University. Following graduation, he relocated to Brunswick County and began a career in public service with the Town of Ocean Isle Beach, where he currently serves as Town Manager. In that role, Whiteside focuses on effective local governance, strategic community development, and fostering partnerships that enhance the quality of life for property owners and residents.

Whiteside resides in the Ocean Isle Beach area with his wife and two children.

“We are grateful for the leadership and expertise of our Board of Trustees, whose guidance ensures that we continue to provide high-quality, accessible education and workforce training opportunities for our community,” said Dr. Gene Smith, BCC President. “We welcome Mr. Whiteside and thank Rep. Iler for his many years of outstanding service to the College.”

October 2025