Dean of The W.A. Franke College of Business - Northern Arizona University (Flagstaff, AZ)
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Northern Arizona University seeks a Dean of The W.A. Franke College of Business
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Location: Flagstaff, Arizona
The Position:
Northern Arizona University (NAU) seeks a purpose-driven and strategic leader as its next Dean of The W.A. Franke College of Business (FCB). The Dean is the chief academic and administrative officer of the College and reports to the Executive Vice President & Provost. The Dean will develop productive working relationships with institutional administration, faculty, students, industry, and community partners, building a strong sense of community within and beyond the College and advancing the common vision and high aspirations for FCB.
Key priorities for the Dean include promoting exceptional outcomes for the College’s students; broadening educational access and promoting excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service; recruiting, retaining, and developing talented, mission-driven faculty and staff; cultivating a commitment to excellence; and sustainably managing the College’s resources to deepen its impact on students and the state of Arizona. The incoming Dean will also be a strong partner to University leadership and build relationships across the University, as well as with external partners. In addition, by working closely with the NAU Advancement Foundation, the Dean’s Leadership Council, and College advisory boards, the Dean will serve as a leading advocate and fundraiser for the College, particularly as NAU implements a comprehensive fundraising campaign.
The Dean supervises the College leadership team, which includes an associate dean, academic department chairs, directors, and the dean’s office staff. The College is home to 73 full-time faculty, 18 part-time faculty, 34 full-time staff, and 9 part-time staff.
The main administrative office is housed in The W.A. Franke College of Business building on the Flagstaff Mountain campus. The position will be situated at that location while requiring substantial travel to regional, national, and international locations in association with fundraising, development, and student recruitment. The School of Hotel and Restaurant Management (HRM) is located on the Flagstaff Mountain campus in the Eugene Hughes Building, which houses a state-of-the-art kitchen, beverage lab, and student-run cafe.
To Apply:
Confidential review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; parties who apply by February 20, 2026 will be given first consideration. Upon application, please submit a PDF version of your CV/resume and a cover letter that describes both your motivation for application and how your leadership experience aligns with the qualifications noted in this profile. Refer to our blog on strengthening application materials and letters of interest here.
All applications and nominations will be held in confidence.
To make recommendations or for more information, please contact:
Tammarah Townes
Senior Consultant
Summit Search Solutions, Inc.
Direct: 302-388-9480
ttownes@summitsearchsolutions.com
Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
Northern Arizona University seeks a Dean of The W.A. Franke College of Business
Click here to view position profile: https://summitsearchsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/NAU_Dean_FCB_Profile.pdf
Location: Flagstaff, Arizona
The Position:
Northern Arizona University (NAU) seeks a purpose-driven and strategic leader as its next Dean of The W.A. Franke College of Business (FCB). The Dean is the chief academic and administrative officer of the College and reports to the Executive Vice President & Provost. The Dean will develop productive working relationships with institutional administration, faculty, students, industry, and community partners, building a strong sense of community within and beyond the College and advancing the common vision and high aspirations for FCB.
Key priorities for the Dean include promoting exceptional outcomes for the College’s students; broadening educational access and promoting excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service; recruiting, retaining, and developing talented, mission-driven faculty and staff; cultivating a commitment to excellence; and sustainably managing the College’s resources to deepen its impact on students and the state of Arizona. The incoming Dean will also be a strong partner to University leadership and build relationships across the University, as well as with external partners. In addition, by working closely with the NAU Advancement Foundation, the Dean’s Leadership Council, and College advisory boards, the Dean will serve as a leading advocate and fundraiser for the College, particularly as NAU implements a comprehensive fundraising campaign.
The Dean supervises the College leadership team, which includes an associate dean, academic department chairs, directors, and the dean’s office staff. The College is home to 73 full-time faculty, 18 part-time faculty, 34 full-time staff, and 9 part-time staff.
The main administrative office is housed in The W.A. Franke College of Business building on the Flagstaff Mountain campus. The position will be situated at that location while requiring substantial travel to regional, national, and international locations in association with fundraising, development, and student recruitment. The School of Hotel and Restaurant Management (HRM) is located on the Flagstaff Mountain campus in the Eugene Hughes Building, which houses a state-of-the-art kitchen, beverage lab, and student-run cafe.
To Apply:
Confidential review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; parties who apply by February 20, 2026 will be given first consideration. Upon application, please submit a PDF version of your CV/resume and a cover letter that describes both your motivation for application and how your leadership experience aligns with the qualifications noted in this profile. Refer to our blog on strengthening application materials and letters of interest here.
All applications and nominations will be held in confidence.
To make recommendations or for more information, please contact:
Tammarah Townes
Senior Consultant
Summit Search Solutions, Inc.
Direct: 302-388-9480
ttownes@summitsearchsolutions.com
Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
Institution: Northern Arizona University
This is a full time position
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