"Dean, Shidler College of Business"

Dean
University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, Shidler College of Business

Honolulu, HI

The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa invites nominations and applications for the next Dean of the Shidler College of Business.

As the flagship campus of the University of Hawai'i system, UH Mānoa is a globally recognized center of academic excellence, cultural stewardship, and environmental insight that is guided by its identity as a Native Hawaiian Place of Learning. The Shidler College of Business reflects this mission through a globally engaged, locally rooted approach to business education and leadership.

The Shidler College of Business is Hawai'i's premier institution for business education, a strategic hub for the Asia Pacific region, and a vital contributor to the global conversation on commerce, sustainability, and innovation. The next Dean will be called to steward these relationships and responsibilities with care as a grounded, community-centered leader attuned to the region's needs and possibilities.

This is a moment of momentum and promise, and Shidler enjoys a formidable foundation that is built on academic excellence, deep community trust, and a legacy of philanthropic vision. Its programs and partnerships reflect the richness of Hawai'i itself – a place where centuries of cultural wisdom meet the urgency of modern challenges, and where business education is not just about markets, but about mission and resilience. The next Dean will join a university that is a living microcosm of the world, where the effects of climate change, resource scarcity, and social transformation are felt first, and where responses are shaped by prudence, ingenuity, and aloha. In Hawai'i, leadership is not performative but accountable, relational, and rooted in place. The Shidler community seeks a Dean who will listen deeply, act with integrity, and lead with clarity and care.

The work ahead for the next Dean reflects a shared commitment to equity, innovation, long-term sustainability, and a belief that business education rooted in place and purpose can add to the construction of a more resilient and just future for all. This is more than a leadership role – it is a chance to shape the future of business education in a region that is defining the future of our planet. To be successful in these endeavors, the Dean will address the following set of key opportunities and challenges:

• Leading with humility and sense of place, articulate and execute on a bold, strategic vision
• Foster faculty and staff excellence
• Advance program innovation and market responsiveness
• Champion student success and expand access
• Deepen and expand industry engagement and community impact
• Grow and steward resources and strengthen operational capacity
• Amplify Shidler's global brand and Asia-Pacific leadership

The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa seeks a visionary, collaborative, and culturally attuned leader to serve as the next Dean of the Shidler College of Business. Candidates must hold a PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Business Administration or a closely related field and possess a record commensurate with appointment as a full professor at the University.

The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications. The minimum salary is $345,696. The Dean of the Shidler College of Business is a senior leadership role within Hawai‘i's flagship public research university and includes a comprehensive benefits package through the State of Hawai‘i.

The position is based in Honolulu, the capital city of Hawai‘i, located on the island of O‘ahu. Honolulu is a vibrant, multicultural urban center known for its tropical climate, lush landscapes, and strong sense of community. It is consistently ranked among the safest and most livable cities in the United States and offers a unique blend of cosmopolitan energy and island lifestyle.

Living and working in Hawai‘i offers newcomers the opportunity to engage deeply with a diverse population and a rich cultural heritage. The state's two official languages — Hawaiian and English — reflect its commitment to honoring Indigenous traditions while welcoming global perspectives. Honolulu is home to America's only royal palace, more than 130 beaches, and a thriving arts, culinary, and innovation scene. The city's location in the heart of the Pacific positions it as a strategic hub between Asia and North America, with direct access to international markets and thought leadership across the region.

Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and applications, which consist of a cover letter and CV and/or resume, should be sent via the Isaacson, Miller website. A detailed position prospectus can also be downloaded from this website for more information. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process.

Courtney Wilk-Mandel, Evan Layne, Cara Meyers, and David Bellshaw
Isaacson, Miller