Dean, Allen W. & Carol M. Schmidthorst College of Business

The Company is seeking a Dean for its College of Business, a role that demands a dynamic, strategic, and externally engaged senior academic leader. The successful candidate will be responsible for advancing a shared vision of excellence, access, innovation, and impact, and will work in partnership with a diverse range of stakeholders to ensure the college's continued success and relevance. The Dean will be expected to guide the college in areas such as business analytics, data science, artificial intelligence, information systems, economics, insurance and risk management, organization development, quality systems, supply chain management, and entrepreneurship. The role is pivotal in maintaining the college's strong momentum in enrollment, academic programming, and student success, and in upholding its reputation as one of the best business schools in the country. Applicants for the Dean position at the company's College of Business should be prepared to lead a college with a rich history in business education and a strong current presence in the academic and professional communities. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in academic leadership, a deep understanding of the business education landscape, and a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment. A Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant field is required, along with a distinguished record of scholarship, teaching, and service. The Dean will be instrumental in shaping the future of the college, and as such, a visionary approach to business education and a passion for student and faculty success are essential.