The Art and Science of Strategic Leadership
Strategic leadership is both an art and a science. It requires vision-setting, data-informed strategy, and a deep understanding of people. The most effective leaders blend critical thinking with empathy—using data to guide decisions while inspiring and empowering their teams.
In his 20 years as a university department chair, dean, chancellor, and president, Kevin has drawn on his background as a researcher—including work on concussion protocols for the NCAA and NFL—to approach leadership like a scientist: ask the right questions, form hypotheses, test solutions, and measure impact.
Every leadership challenge is an opportunity to apply this mindset—gather the right team, test the best ideas, and communicate outcomes clearly. That’s where science meets the art of leadership.
