Greenwood Asher & Associates

Firm Overview

Greenwood Asher & Associates® is a premier executive search and leadership consulting firm dedicated exclusively to education. Founded in 2004 by former university presidents, GA&A brings authentic practitioner insight to every engagement across the education continuum.

We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. The executive search landscape has evolved, and so have we. Our approach is strategic, agile, and highly customized—designed around your institutional context, governance structure, and leadership imperatives. Whether you need a comprehensive presidential search, stakeholder alignment consulting, targeted recruitment, interim leadership, or executive coaching, we build packages that match your needs and timeline.

We excel at the complex searches others find challenging: inaugural positions where there’s no playbook, highly specialized roles requiring rare expertise, and cross-sector recruitments that demand understanding of both academic and industry contexts. Our team of full-time search professionals—many former academic leaders themselves—has earned us a 95% repeat client rate and recognition among the nation’s top search firms.

In 2020, GA&A joined Kelly Services, Inc., expanding our capabilities to offer flexible, end-to-end leadership solutions. Together, we provide institutions with the agility to navigate leadership transitions with confidence and continuity.

Average Time to Completion on Assignment

The time taken to complete a search is a collaborative decision we make with our clients. However, typically, searches are completed in 3-5 months.

Recently Completed Assignments

News Briefings

Greenwood Asher & Associates Assists Murray State with Provost Search

Following a national search, Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Paul Twigg as provost and vice president for academic affairs at Murray State. “I am excited to welcome Dr. Twigg to Murray State University as our next provost and vice president for academic affairs,” said Murray State...

Greenwood Asher & Associates Leading Provost Search for the University of Cincinnati

Executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates was recently retained by the University of Cincinnati (UC) to lead in its search for executive vice president for academic affairs and provost. Andriel Dees and Julie Schrodt are leading the assignment for the search firm. This is a remarkable opportunity to help shape the next phase of UC’s strategic direction...

Greenwood Asher & Associates Assists West Virginia University with Provost Search

Following a national search, Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Beverly Wendland as provost and vice president for academic affairs for West Virginia University (WVU). Julie Holley and Julie Schrodt led the assignment for the search firm. “Beverly is a nationally recognized cell biologist who has served as a faculty member,...

Greenwood Asher & Associates Retained by Murray State for Provost Search

Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates has been selected by Murray State University to lead in its search for a vice president of academic affairs and provost. Jeremy Duff and Lois Stetson are leading the assignment. The provost will play a pivotal role in advancing academic excellence, expanding opportunity, and ensuring that Murray State continues to...

Greenwood Asher & Associates Assists Hampshire College Recruit 9th President

Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates has placed Jennifer Chrisler as the 9th president of Hampshire College. The search was led by Jim Johnsen and Lauren McCaghren. “Jennifer Chrisler's exemplary leadership has already proven essential for the college, with a combination of vision and resilience that makes her a perfect fit for us as an...

Greenwood Asher & Associates Seeking Provost for West Virginia University

Miramar Beach, FL-based executive recruitment firm Greenwood Asher & Associates is currently conducting a search for a new provost and vice president for academic affairs for West Virginia University (WVU). Julie Holley and Julie Schrodt are leading the assignment for the search firm. Under the leadership of its new president Michael Benson, the university seeks an inspirational academic...