As co-founder of EQU Advisors, Robert Luke draws upon 20 years of higher education consulting and administrative experience supporting universities, colleges, and nonprofit institutions through complex leadership transitions.

Based in Providence, Rhode Island, Robert has a strong record placing vice presidents for academic affairs, finance and development as well as deans of architecture, science and engineering, social work and social policy. Additionally, he has completed several chief executive officer searches for leading scientific centers, institutes and laboratories, and nonprofit organizations. Robert strives to engage leaders who are interested in mitigating and solving today’s most significant challenges.

In addition to consulting, Robert is known for his administrative and operational leadership, which he developed across a variety of sectors. He came to higher education consulting in 2013 from George Washington University, where he managed special projects and initiatives on behalf of the president, provost and board of trustees. Robert also previously served as the deputy campaign manager on a successful U.S. Senate campaign and as a staff member in the U.S. Senate.

As an active alumnus of the University of Central Florida, he has previously served on the UCF Alumni Board of Directors.

Education

M.A., Philosophy and Social Policy, George Washington University

M.P.S., Political Management, George Washington University

B.A., Political Science, University of Central Florida