Katie Vivalo Rouse

Katie Vivalo Rouse is a Managing Director in the Education Practice at Diversified Search Group (DSG), one of the nation's top ten executive search firms.1 She joined the company in December 2023, bringing extensive experience in education leadership and strategic advising.13

Professional Background

Prior to joining DSG, Vivalo Rouse held several notable positions:

1. Partner in the Strategic Advising Practice at Bellwether, a national nonprofit focused on transforming education.23
2. Chief Operating Officer and Chief Growth Officer at DC Prep.1
3. Completed The Broad Residency at Chicago Public Schools.1
4. Consultant and case team leader at Bain & Company.1

Her career began in nonprofit capacity building in Washington, D.C., and New York.1

Expertise and Focus

Vivalo Rouse's areas of expertise include:

• Growth and expansion planning
• Human capital strategies
• Operational effectiveness
• Advising boards and senior leaders in the education sector1

She has comprehensive experience across public education, nonprofit organizations, Fortune 500 companies, and post-secondary institutions.1

Education

• MBA from Harvard Business School
• BA in Education & Sociology/Anthropology from Swarthmore College
• Executive Certificate in nonprofit management from Georgetown University
• Alumna of The Broad Residency1

Professional Philosophy

Vivalo Rouse is driven by the belief in education's transformative power to open doors and create possibilities for young people. She aims to support leaders who can transform educational systems and make a lasting impact.1