Leadership and
Knowledge Experts


Few leaders grasp the shifting intersection of policy, private industry, and higher education as clearly as Dr. Millar. Her work consistently anticipates what’s next, positioning institutions not just to adapt, but to lead in an era of accelerated change.

- Dr. Garret Westlake, Vice Provost of Innovation and Strategic Design
Virginia Commonwealth University

Leadership

Heather E. Millar, Ph.D., MBA, brings a unique blend of academic rigor, strategic insight, and practical experience with over twenty years of experience in higher education leadership and nonprofit management.

With a PhD in Public Policy and Administration and a research portfolio focused on higher education trends, policy and macro-level system analysis, Dr. Millar brings extensive expertise in higher education, workforce development, alternative credentials, and strategic planning. Her experience spans both state and university levels, positioning her as a trusted advisor in navigating the complexities of modern academia, policy, and workforce development.

Dr. Millar teaches at the university level, publishes scholarly research and is frequently invited to share her expertise with industry associations and higher education stakeholders. Her research and insights help inform institutional strategy, policy development and cross-sector collaboration.

For select engagements, we work with specialized experts, such as those featured below:

  • Elsie Harper Anderson, Ph.D.

    Associate Prof. and PhD Director
    Expertise: Economic development, workforce development, entrepreneurship, social and economic equity

  • Carrie Newcomb, EdD

    College President (Interim) and Dean
    Expertise: Senior leadership, admissions, enrollment, student affairs, SIS and CRM implementations

  • Leslie Winston, EdD

    Dean/Senior Leader
    Expertise: Senior leadership, student affairs, student services, holistic student support models, and strategic planning

  • Jeff Kraus

    Enterprise Communications Executive & Cabinet-Level Advisor
    Expertise: Higher education transformation, change management, executive counsel, crisis and reputation strategy, and multi-campus governance

  • Linda Wilkinson

    Nonprofit Executive
    Expertise: Resource development, governance, leading programmatic and systems change

  • Anne Marie Lauranzon

    Marketing and Communications Executive
    Expertise: Higher education, strategic planning, crisis communications, public relations, and branding

  • Lisa O'Mara

    Philanthropic Advisor Executive
    Expertise: Donor relations, investor relations, impact investing, community impact, and grantmaking

  • Megan McMahon, Ph.D.

    Instructional Designer and UX Specialist
    Expertise: Curriculum development, science of learning and memory, assessment, and innovative pedagogy