IndySchool Consultancy Continues National Growth with Two Distinguished Independent School Leaders
IndySchool Consultancy is pleased to announce the addition of Scott Kennedy and Brad Bates as Senior Search Consultants, further strengthening the firm's ability to serve independent schools across the country with exceptional executive search and leadership transition services.
These appointments represent another significant milestone for IndySchool Consultancy as the firm's distinctive leadership search model continues to resonate with boards of trustees and school leaders nationwide. Schools are increasingly seeking a search partner that delivers a highly personalized experience, practitioner-led guidance, and an unwavering commitment to identifying leaders who align with institutional mission, culture, and long-term strategic priorities.
Scott Kennedy joins the firm following a distinguished career in independent school leadership, bringing decades of experience in governance, strategic planning, enrollment management, and institutional advancement. Throughout his career, Scott has developed a reputation for building strong relationships, mentoring educational leaders, and helping schools navigate complex leadership transitions with confidence and clarity.
Brad Bates also brings nearly three decades of independent school leadership experience, including eighteen years as Head of School at Dublin School. During his tenure, Brad led transformational institutional growth, significantly expanded enrollment, strengthened the school's financial position, increased the endowment from $1 million to $24 million, and successfully guided major capital and campus development initiatives. His expertise in strategic leadership, governance, and organizational transformation makes him an invaluable resource for schools seeking exceptional leadership.
"The continued growth of IndySchool Consultancy reflects the confidence that schools are placing in our approach," said Tim Viands, President of IndySchool Consultancy. "Scott and Brad are both highly respected leaders who understand independent schools from the inside. Their experience, wisdom, and commitment to servant leadership align perfectly with our mission of helping schools find leaders who will make a lasting impact."
The additions of Kennedy and Bates further expand IndySchool Consultancy's national network of experienced search consultants, all of whom have served in senior independent school leadership positions themselves. This practitioner-led model provides clients with real-world perspective throughout every phase of the search process while maintaining the firm's reputation for personalized service, responsiveness, and exceptional value.
As demand for executive leadership searches continues to grow, IndySchool Consultancy remains committed to redefining the search experience through its boutique approach, strategic partnership with boards and heads of school, and focus on delivering outstanding leadership outcomes.
These are exciting times for IndySchool Consultancy. As more schools across the country discover a smarter way to conduct leadership searches, the firm continues to invest in outstanding people, innovative search practices, and a client experience that is setting a new standard for executive search in independent education.