Steven Solnick
Philadelphia, PA, July 30, 2024 – Diversified Search Group, ranked among the top 10 firms in Forbes’ list of America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms, proudly announces the appointment of Steven Solnick as Managing Director in the Education Practice. With over three decades of distinguished experience spanning higher education, independent schools, and philanthropy, Steven brings a wealth of strategic leadership and board governance expertise to the firm.
In his role, Steven will leverage his extensive background in strategic planning, academic administration, fundraising, enrollment strategy, and crisis management to enhance executive search solutions and client relationships across the firm’s global portfolio.
“We are thrilled to welcome Steven to our team and look forward to the profound impact he will have on our clients given his extensive leadership experience in education,” said Aileen K. Alexander, CEO at Diversified Search Group. “His commitment to excellence and proven track record in fostering impactful partnerships will undoubtedly drive our continued success in connecting exceptional leaders with transformative organizations worldwide.”
Steven joins Storbeck Search | Diversified Search Group following a distinguished career. Most recently, he served as Head of School at The Calhoun School in Manhattan, where he led the institution through significant milestones including pandemic response, diversity initiatives, and strategic partnerships. Prior to his tenure at Calhoun, Steven was President of Warren Wilson College, known for its innovative curriculum integrating work and community engagement.
“We are delighted to have Steven join our team,” said Susan VanGilder, Global Managing Partner and Practice Leader, Education Practice. “His experience as a head of school, college president, board member and foundation executive will significantly strengthen our depth and breadth of capabilities in serving our clients.”
Steven held key roles at the Ford Foundation overseeing extensive grant-making initiatives across human rights, education, and public health internationally.
He holds a Ph.D. in political science from Harvard University, a B.A. in Politics and Economics from Oxford University, and an S.B. in Physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He has also served on numerous boards including the American Embassy School in New Delhi and Barnard College in New York.
“Over the last decade, the environment for schools and colleges has grown increasingly challenging and complex,” said Steven Solnick. “I am excited to draw on my varied experiences in the education and philanthropy sectors to help organizations find exceptional leaders that can advance their missions. I am thrilled to be joining the amazing team of professionals at Storbeck Search I Diversified Search Group.”
