Kim Bobby, Ed.D.

Kim Bobby, Ed.D. is a Principal at AGB Search, LLC, a national leader in higher education executive search.2 She has had a distinguished career in the field of higher education and brings extensive expertise to her role.1

Professional Background

Dr. Bobby joined AGB Search in 2017 and has since conducted various executive searches at the President, Provost, Chief Diversity Officers/DEI, and Vice President level.1 Her expertise lies in identifying and placing diverse talent in higher education institutions, and she also serves as the senior advisor for Justice, Equity, and Inclusion for AGB.1

Prior to joining AGB Search, Dr. Bobby held several significant positions:

1. Director of the Inclusive Excellence Group (IEG) at the American Council on Education (ACE)1
2. Chief diversity officer and associate professor in the School of Education at the University of Puget Sound1
3. Chief of staff for Prince George's Community College1

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Bobby's career has focused on:

• Inclusive leadership: Promoting diversity and inclusion in higher education3
• Access and equity: Working in both higher education and K-12 leadership roles to promote educational access and equity3
• Organizational transformation: Serving as a consultant to organizations like the College Board, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and the College Success Foundation1

Notable Achievements

• Provided leadership for the ACE Women's Network, a consortium of 57 higher education institutions across the United States devoted to advancing women leaders1
• Led the Moving the Needle: Advancing Women Leaders initiative, aimed at increasing the number of women in senior leadership positions in higher education1
• Appointed by the chancellor of the New York City public school system to a senior-level cabinet post focused on systemic educational reform1

Dr. Kim Bobby's extensive experience and dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education make her a valuable asset in her role as Principal at AGB Search, LLC.