Bob Fryling

Bob Fryling is the former publisher of InterVarsity Press (IVP) who served in that role for 19 years before retiring in June 2016.1 He is also a Vice President of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, based in Madison, Wisconsin.47

Professional Background:

• Publisher of InterVarsity Press for nearly two decades
• Began his career as an InterVarsity campus staff member 47 years ago2
• Holds a master's degree from Wheaton Graduate School in Intercultural Studies5

Notable Achievements: During his tenure at IVP, Fryling oversaw significant publishing milestones, including:

• Publication of the 29-volume Ancient Christian Commentaries on Scripture
• Helping IVP become consistently recognized as a "Best Christian Workplace"
• Expanding IVP's academic publishing, with academic books growing from 20% to 50% of their catalog3

Leadership Philosophy: Fryling is known for his commitment to Christian unity, kingdom intentionality, and a deep love for Scripture. He emphasized following Jesus's teachings and maintaining a focus on spiritual growth and mission.2

After retirement, he is listed as a retired publisher with experience in publishing, organizational leadership, spiritual formation, and leadership development.6