Adam R. Cebulski, Ed.D. Email & Phone Number

Regular project topics include: strategic planning for institutions and departments, leadership and organizational change, engagement initiatives for stakeholders, diversity and social justice education, leadership development, assessment, technology acquisitions or integrations, and executive coaching and succession planning. Sample projects have included:o Redesigned a large, public institution’s student engagement assessment metrics to include participation numbers, active and passive involvement, and technology resources such as online communities, virtual offices, and websites.o Led a higher education professional association in the re-evaluation of services to members leading to increasing membership engagement by 300% over the course of one year. o Executive coaching for senior leaders at the Assistant Vice President/Vice Chancellor and Dean levels and above. Inclusive of succession planning and onboarding/out boarding of senior executiveso Implemented retention-based initiatives and strategies for over half of the institutions with the top retention rates as identified by US News and World Reports. o Developed a new organizational chart and responsibilities for a student affairs division within a large, public institution due to funding cuts and new divisional strategic objectives.o Analyzed espoused student values to develop fraternity and sorority organization mission and vision statements and programs for governing councils including the development of accountability statements. o Assessed the impact of an institution’s first year experiential education program for graduate students and redesigned the curriculum for the entire two-semester program.o Led a public campus in a space utilization assessment to provide recommendations for a redesign of their student center. o Completed needs analysis and provided recommendations for increasing participation of graduate and professional students in an elite university’s common reading program.

Dallas, Tx, Us

Working on strategic projects to help facilitate the transition of leadership within the division.

Dallas, Tx, Us

Serve as the Chief of Staff for the Vice President for Student Affairs by ensuring priorities are executed strategically, addressing HR/personnel issues, serve in interim roles during vacancies of senior leadership in the division, and represent the Office of the VPSA on various university committees and events. Analyze policy, provide guidance and advisement to Vice President, and represent them and the division for special projects within the division and the university. The COS role also leads the Student Affairs Administration area of centralized services for the division (assessment and strategic initiatives, marketing and communication strategy, technology, and staff development). This area identifies the strategic priorities for the division, develops assessment plans and builds capacity within the division, and developed and maintains the student affairs brand for all communications. In a dual role, also serve as the AVP leading the Student Engagement and Success Unit of Student Affairs including: Office of Social Change and Intercultural Engagement (Multicultural Programs, Community Engagement, and Social Justice Initiatives), the Office of the Student Experience (Transition and Orientation Programs, Parent and Family Programs, Leadership Programs, and student programs - veterans, graduate students, international students, and transfer), Women and LGBT Center, Student Involvement (Student Senate, Involvement and Activities Programs, Hughes-Trigg Student Center, and Fraternity and Sorority Life). Staff oversight has ranged from 20-50 full-time professionals and 150 para-professionals and student employees

Dallas, Tx, Us

Developed curriculum and taught graduate course "Strategic Planning and Assessment in Higher Education"

Dallas, Tx, Us

o Communicate on behalf of the senior leader and the institution for a variety of policy, programming, and special programs. This includes primary relationship with Board of Trustees committees, external donors and stakeholders, and key partners. o Developed the divisional strategic plan, Cultivating Courageous Change. I also serve as the primary owner and executer of the plan including identify and prioritize strategic initiatives for the division including appointing relevant personnel to strategic objectives. Led the division in developing the strategic plan with input from over 1,800 stakeholders including students, alumni, employers, community, partners, and faculty. Developed implementation strategies and metrics measuring success of implementation.o Identify areas of improvement for the division and develop strategies for organizational change – including policy analysis, program evaluation, project management.o Established strategic partnerships with stakeholders across campus and externally with a focus on academic partnerships including the Office of the Provost, Central University Libraries, Development and External Affairs, and administrative units to create a more cohesive and consistent student experience. Includes programmatic, policy, and financial partnerships.o Design the annual reporting process for the division in collaboration with the President and Provost’s office. Launched the publication of Impact, an editorial version of an annual report highlighting the impact of the division’s work on the student experience. The 64-page publication is magazine-style with first-person narratives from students, faculty, and staff and enhances traditional annual reporting to focus on storytelling.

Boca Raton, Florida, Us

In this role, I served on the senior leadership team for the company (a high-growth startup) throughout multiple mergers and acquisitions. I was responsible for leadership of a functional office overseeing strategic priorities, integrated marketing and communications (including product marketing), thought leadership, brand development, professional consulting services, and sales enablement. This role included staff hiring and supervision, final oversight over the company’s professional consulting services, educational resource offerings, assessment initiatives, marketing strategies, and publications growing staff by 400%.o Responsible for developing growth strategies and change management processes for company including business process improvement, strategic initiatives, and implementation strategies for corporate objectives. o Developed strategies to engage and participated in leadership discussions with potential investors as well as investment portfolio companies through multiple acquisitions and mergers. o Served as a subject matter expert on university structures and organization, assessment, strategic planning, student development theory, and legal issues in higher education.o Established and managed the company’s RFP content development and submission process achieving a 97% win rate - up from the company’s historical 42% win rate.

Boca Raton, Florida, Us

o Conduct original research to author whitepapers and e-books on topics within higher education.o Created key strategic partnerships with NASPA SLPKC, JASPA, and ACPA (notable higher ed professional associations). o Conducted regular evaluation of marketing materials including web, print, and email communications.o Designed and delivered educational webinars including industry-recognized certification programs o Engage universities and non-profits in consultative professional services to help staff design or meet strategic goals.o Exceeded 2014 goals: 200% of renewals and 400% of upsells – last sales year at $1M. Consulted with business development team on deals totaling over $2M. 100% individual client retention rate with average of 69% contract growth.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Evanston, Il, Us

Evanston, Il, Us

The Freshmen Emerging Leaders Program (FELP) offers students an introduction to fundamental leadership concepts and an insight into applying those throughout their time at Northwestern. The mission of FELP is to further the development of first-year students’ demonstrated leadership abilities, while networking with other emerging leaders from across campus. FELP sessions are instructed by one upperclassmen FELP Alumni and one Northwestern staff member.

Evanston, Il, Us

Introduction to Research Methods and Statistics Lab Instructor

Authored, proposed, and expanded conference bid submitted to conference committee. Executive in charge of all conference proceedings including staffing, reservations, catering, lodging, etc. Created, monitored and negotiated budgets and financial expenditures, including budget analysis and financial reports(14 month national appointment)

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Doctor Of Education (Ed.D.), Policy And Leadership

Ms.Ed., Education And Social Policy

B.S., Psychology