leadership search for education and social impact

Spelman Johnson: an executive search firm since 1991, recognized for our work in identifying and recruiting outstanding leaders in education, advocacy associations, and social impact organizations.

Our success is strengthened by our deep and diverse relationships, as well as our continual investment in the research and development of a leadership pipeline.

We have conducted thousands of searches that have paired our clients with exceptional leaders, one position and one mission at a time. Since our founding in 1991, we have been nationally recognized for our commitment and thought leadership on issues of equity, diversity and inclusion in the executive search process.

Congratulations to our recent placements!

**Brian Samble**
Dean of Students
Lafayette College

**Wanda Heading-Grant**
Vice Provost for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer
Carnegie Mellon University

**Sarah Cunningham**
Vice President for Student Development
Saint Louis University

**Damon Wade**
Vice President for Enrollment Management
New College of Florida

**Alaine Allen**
Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, College of Engineering
Carnegie Mellon University

**Corey King**
Vice Chancellor for University Inclusivity and Student Affairs
University of Wisconsin – Green Bay

**Nahomi Carlisle**
Chief Equity and Compliance Officer
Bunker Hill Community College

**Nitra Avery**
Foundation Executive Director
California State University, Dominguez Hills

**Jasmine Yang**
Director of Institutional Research and Assessment
Hamilton College

**Brandon Frye**
Vice President for Student Affairs
Stephen F. Austin State University

**Joel Berrien**
Senior Director for Diversity and Inclusion
Buena Vista University

**Keiselim Alfredo**
Director, Department of Safety and Security
Dartmouth College

**Toyia Younger**
Senior Vice President for Student Affairs
Iowa State University

**Aarika Camp**
Vice President and Dean of Students
Goucher College

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