AGB Search Announces New Leadership Searches Underway

WASHINGTON, D.C., March 2, 2020 – AGB Search, a national leader in higher education executive search, recently launched the following executive searches:

Des Moines University, based in Des Moines, Iowa, has selected AGB Search to conduct the search for its dean of the College of Health Sciences. The University seeks an engaging, entrepreneurial, and collaborative leader who is a highly effective administrator in all dimensions and will implement the vision for the College of Health Sciences. The search will be led by Richard Torgerson and Fred Moore, executive search consultants. Applications are due by March 19; see the Position Profile for more information.

Dunwoody College of Technology, based in Minneapolis, Minn., has selected AGB Search to conduct the search for its new vice president for academic and student affairs. This cabinet-level leadership position reports to the president and works collaboratively to shape the future direction of academic programs, instructional strategies and student experience at the college. The search will be led by Loren Anderson and Kim Bobby, executive search consultants. Applications are due by April 6; see the Position Profile for more information.

Indian River State College, based in Fort Pierce, Fla., has selected AGB Search to conduct the search for its new president. The next president will be a consultative, creative visionary who values all who work, study and serve at the college. The search will be led by Rod McDavis, managing principal; Melissa Trotta, associate managing principal; and Fred Moore, executive search consultant. Applications are due by April 13; see the Position Profile for more information.

Kent State University, based in Kent, Ohio, has selected AGB Search to conduct the search for its new provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. Kent State is one of the largest universities in Ohio and offers a wide variety of degree programs from associate degrees to doctorates. The search will be led by Melissa Trotta, associate managing principal, and Ellen Meyer, executive search consultant. Applications are due by March 27; see the Position Profile for more information.

Louisiana State University Alumni Association, based in Baton Rouge, La., has selected AGB Search to conduct the search for its new president and chief executive officer. The president and CEO will work in partnership with the board of directors to advance the association’s reputation as one of the most creative and unique alumni organizations in the nation. The search will be led by Kimberly Templeton, principal, and James Lanier, Jr., executive search consultant. Applications are due by March 30; see the Position Profile for more information.

Miami Dade College, based in Miami, Fla., has selected AGB Search to conduct the search for its new president. MDC is seeking a president with outstanding leadership qualities, proven success leading dynamic complex organizations, and a demon¬strated ability to build partnerships with key stakeholders. The search will be led by Rod McDavis, managing principal; Melissa Trotta, associate managing principal; and Carlos Hernández and Fred Moore, executive search consultants. Applications are due by March 23; see the Position Profile for more information.

Southern Connecticut State University, based in New Haven, Conn., has selected AGB Search to conduct the search for its new vice president for enrollment management. The ideal candidate will have successful and progressively more responsible leadership experience in enrollment management. The search will be led by Robert Holyer, executive search consultant. Applications are due by March 23; see the Position Profile for more information.

Valparaiso University, based in Valparaiso, Ind., has selected AGB Search to conduct the search for its new dean of the College of Business. Valparaiso University is an independent, doctoral/professional university with a comprehensive liberal arts curriculum. The search will be led by Robert Holyer, executive search consultant. Applications are due by March 30; see the Position Profile for more information.

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About AGB Search
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 600 searches from small, private colleges to large public institutions.  www.agbsearch.com.