Christine J. Pendleton

Christine J. Pendleton is a Principal at WittKieffer, a premier executive search and leadership advisory firm.1 Based in the firm's Oak Brook, Illinois office, she specializes in identifying top leadership talent for colleges, universities, and non-profit organizations.12

Professional Experience

Christine has been with WittKieffer for over a decade, having joined the firm in May 2014.4 In her role, she focuses on recruiting:

• Presidents
• Chancellors
• Provosts
• Vice Presidents
• Deans
• Chief Diversity Officers

She has completed over 100 search engagements, demonstrating her expertise in executive recruitment, particularly in academic and non-profit sectors.3

Responsibilities and Achievements

At WittKieffer, Christine has taken on several important roles:

• Co-chair of the firm's Diversity Council
• Director of the Community Fund
• Member of the AESC Diversity Leadership Council

Her contributions have been recognized within the company:

• Recipient of WittKieffer's Quality Award twice
• Received the Team Award in 2015
• Awarded the Values Award in January 2020
• Received the Mission Award in March 20161

Education and Professional Development

Christine holds:

• MA in Writing with a concentration in Professional and Technical Writing from DePaul University (2004-2006)
• BA in English Education from Bennett College (2000-2004)

She has also completed the eCornell certificate program in Diversity and Inclusion.2

Community Involvement

Outside of her professional work, Christine is actively involved in community service:

• Volunteer consultant for local and national non-profit organizations
• Former board member of the Junior League of Chicago
• Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.12

Christine's expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion, combined with her extensive experience in executive search, makes her a valuable asset in identifying and placing leaders who can drive positive change in educational and non-profit institutions.