WASHINGTON, D.C., November 5, 2020 – AGB Search, a national leader in higher education executive search, recently launched the following executive searches:
Arizona State University, based in Tempe, Ariz., has selected AGB Search to conduct the search for its new executive vice president and “chief executive officer” for the ASU Knowledge Enterprise. Reporting to the president, the executive vice president and “chief executive officer” provides leadership and strategic direction to advance research, innovation, entrepreneurship, strategic partnerships and corporate engagement, and global and economic development at ASU. Rod McDavis, managing principal; Kimberly Templeton, principal; and Sally Mason, executive search consultant, are leading the search. Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled; see the Position Profile for more information.
California Institute of Integral Studies, based in San Francisco, Calif., has selected AGB Search to conduct the search for its new president. CIIS seeks an accomplished, innovative and entrepreneurial leader who will serve as the chief executive officer of the institute, partnering with the board of trustees, faculty and staff to implement a progressive and evolving strategy, grounded in the institution’s mission and founding principles. Richard Wueste and Ronald Carter, executive search consultants, are leading the search. Applications are due by December 11; see the Position Profile for more information.
Misericordia University, based in Dallas, Pa., has selected AGB Search to conduct the search for its new president. Misericordia seeks an innovative new president who is an experienced and successful leader in higher education and who is grounded in liberal arts education and the charisms of the Sisters of Mercy. The successful candidate will have the privilege of leading a strongly mission-driven institution that is financially sound, that operates with budget surpluses, and that has recently seen a renovation and expansion of its facilities. Robert Holyer and Melinda Leonardo, executive search consultants, are leading the search. Applications are due by November 16; see the Position Profile for more information.
University of North Dakota, based in Grand Forks, N.D., has selected AGB Search to conduct the search for its new provost and vice president for academic affairs. The provost reports directly to the president and is charged with the responsibilities of academic coordination and quality, fostering research and public service, and guiding all aspects of teaching and learning in support of student success. James McCormick and Janice Fitzgerald, executive search consultants, are leading the search. Applications are due by November 18; see the Position Profile for more information.
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AGB Search, based in Washington, D.C., specializes in providing tailored services, including permanent search, interim search, and compensation evaluation, to higher education institutions. Founded by the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) in 2010, the firm has a unique understanding of the qualifications critical for effective higher education leadership. The firm has conducted more than 700 searches at institutions ranging from small, private colleges to large public institutions and research universities. www.agbsearch.com.