The Kean University Foundation, an independent 501(c)(3) organization committed solely to supporting Kean University, seeks an accomplished, strategic and mission-driven executive to serve as its next President and Chief Executive Officer at a time of extraordinary momentum for both the Foundation and the University it serves.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a growing university foundation aligned with one of the nation's most dynamic public urban research universities. As Kean University expands its academic reach, strengthens its research profile and increases its impact throughout New Jersey and beyond, the Foundation is positioned to play an increasingly important role in securing the philanthropic support and strategic partnerships needed to advance the University's ambitions.
The Foundation is experiencing remarkable growth. In FY2025, it secured more than $10 million in gifts and pledges, the highest level of support in its history. With growing donor engagement, expanding philanthropic momentum and significant opportunities ahead, the organization is well positioned to deepen its impact and help shape the next chapter of the University's success.
The next President and CEO will provide enterprise-level leadership for all aspects of the Foundation’s work, including philanthropic strategy, governance, operations, financial stewardship, board engagement, institutional alignment and long-term organizational growth. Working closely with the Foundation Board of Directors, the University President, senior University leadership, alumni, donors and community partners, this visionary and collaborative leader will build on record-setting success, strengthen the Foundation’s infrastructure and help shape the future of private support for a university with growing impact in New Jersey and around the world.
Information about the role, opportunities and priorities, desired experience and preferred qualifications, along with additional information about the Kean University Foundation and Kean University can be found in the leadership profile above.
AGB Search is pleased to assist the Kean University Foundation with this leadership search. To apply for the President and CEO position, candidates are requested to submit the following: (i) a current resume; (ii) a letter of interest that addresses how the candidate’s experiences and qualifications connect with the required/preferred characteristics and priorities as expressed in this position profile; and (iii) contact information for five references (to be contacted with candidate’s permission at a later date). For best consideration, applications should be submitted by November 5, 2026 to the AGB Search portal at: Kean University Foundation President and CEO. The search will remain open until an appointment is made.
Nominations and expressions of interest in the President and CEO position are encouraged. Please direct them to KeanFoundationPresident@agbsearch.com or the AGB Search consultants listed below:
Kimberly Templeton, JD, Principal kimberly.templeton@agbsearch.com / 540.761.9494
Andrew Bowen, MA, Senior Executive Search Consultant andrew.bowen@agbsearch.com / 802-345-1279
Anne Hoffman, Executive Search Associate anne.hoffman@agbsearch.com / 805.490.9161
