Nicholas Kutz is the Career Development Coordinator for the FGCU R.I.S.E. program, a Florida Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition Program (FPCTP) for Students with Intellectual Disabilities. FPCTPs are inclusive postsecondary programs for students with intellectual disabilities that increase independent living, inclusive and experiential postsecondary education, and employment opportunities. Mr. Kutz worked in K-12 Education for nearly a decade, teaching Special Education and Reading/ESOL. Mr. Kutz holds a Bachelors Degree in Special Education and Master's Degree in Education Leadership. Prior to his role with FGCU R.I.S.E., Nick served as a Student Success Counselor for Exploratory Advising, where he served as the Academic Advisor for the students in FGCU R.I.S.E.