Studying the Athletic Director position since 2019

Helping presidents make sound AD decisions

• AD Succession Planning
• Catered AD Shortlist
• Search Firm & Committee Second Opinions
• Evaluative Report for Onboarding New President/Chancellor or AD

Having served as an assistant and project manager to a B1G president and chief of staff, a 10+ year career in athletic administration and completing doctorate coursework in higher education administration (ABD status) gives Travis Smith a lens that many in executive search do not possess. Smith launched HEA to become a trusted resource behind-the-scenes to presidents and chancellors when it comes to athletic director decisions.