Michel Frendian, a senior consultant with Spelman Johnson, leads searches across various institutional types and administrative functions, demonstrating particular expertise in enrollment management, independent school leadership, student affairs, marketing and communications, and graduate student services. In his role, he is driven by a profound appreciation for relationships and an unwavering commitment to equity. Michel is deeply motivated to provide excellent service and communication to all those he works with, with a focused dedication for fostering inclusivity and fairness. His strength lies in his creative and meticulous approach to crafting searches. He takes great care in building deep and diverse candidate pools, meticulously identifying and recruiting the best-in-class leaders who can add substantial value to client organizations. Michel’s work is distinguished by his unwavering commitment to integrity, thoughtful counsel, and attentiveness throughout the entire search process. He prioritizes transparency and trust, ensuring that both clients and candidates receive the highest level of support and guidance. Michel began his thirty year career in education as a preschool teacher. Prior to joining Spelman Johnson, served as the dean of enrollment management at Erikson Institute, the vice president for enrollment management and student affairs at San Francisco Art Institute, and the director of international affairs at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Respect, honesty, and trust underpin Michel’s approach to every aspect of his work, ensuring that he conducts searches with the utmost integrity and authenticity.