Rethinking How Athletic Directors are Studied, Prepared, and Hired

Travis Smith Rethinks How Athletic Directors are Studied, Prepared, and Hired.

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I study athletic directors. HEA Insiders benefit from what I’ve learned and studied from 50+ hours of interviewing D1 athletic directors. Want to know what presidents are looking for in upcoming AD searches, or why they hired someone? Get my insights and resources by subscribing as an HEA Insider.

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AD Decisions

Built for Presidents and Chancellors, Athletic Directors, and Search Firms

Travis Smith uses his own research and candidate intake form to find talent and create short lists for current and future openings:

  • AD Succession Planning
  • Search Firm Assist or Second Opinions
  • Athletic Director Evaluations
  • Deputy AD Level Hires
Scheduling a Meeting

Talent Mapping

Travis Smith is an executive recruiter for athletic director and deputy athletic director jobs. Filling out this form will help HEA match individuals with opportunities. Please note HEA works with both institutional clients and other search firms.

Fill out the candidate intake form