Meet Our Instructors

Jordan Sund

I am new to teaching at KCTC, after previously working as a welder. I graduated from Kenowa Hills High School in 2020 and went to the KCTC welding program and machining program. Due to Covid, I had a rough start to adulthood, but I pushed through and excelled in the workplace. After working for a few years, a teaching position found me. I am currently on my way to continuing my education as I'm completing my bachelor's degree. I enjoy camping, the outdoors and my lovely girlfriend. I can’t wait to see what I can offer KCTC as I gain more experience and knowledge.

Erik Dedenbach, Career Tech Education Specialist

I am a graduate of Ferris State University, with  a bachelor's degree in education and two minors. While I was at Ferris State I worked as a Resident Advisor, started my own business and worked as a sous-chef. I also played collegiate sports.

I'm an Eagle Scout/Scout leader and have also made two dives down to the Cedarville shipwreck in the Straits of Mackinaw.

Drew Naranjo

Drew Naranjo (pronounced nuh-ran-joe) was born and raised in California, where his passion for welding began with his first car—a Chevrolet Nova that he still owns and drag races today. At 18, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and proudly served for eight years as a mechanic and welder.

In 2014, Mr. Naranjo earned two AWS welding certifications from Merced Community College. He went on to complete his associate degree at Montcalm Community College in 2019, followed by a bachelor’s degree in Career and Technical Education from Ferris State University in 2020.

His love for teaching emerged while serving as an adjunct welding instructor at Montcalm Community College. Since then, he has expanded and refined his skills while teaching at the Montcalm Area Career Center and the Richard A. Handlon Correctional Facility in Ionia.

Mr. Naranjo is now excited to bring his real-world experience and deep passion for welding to the next generation of professionals at KCTC, helping students build the skills and confidence needed for successful careers in the trades.

Richie Murley

Bio to come...