JOHNNIE L. Early, II, PhD.
Consultant
Areas of Expertise: Higher Education Leadership, Budget Management and Increases, Professional Development Programs, Alumni and External Advisory Board Engagement, Philanthropic Fundraising and Success, Accreditation and Regulatory Compliance, Residency Program Expansion, Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives, Dual Degree Program Development, National Rankings Improvement, Recruitment and Retention Strategies, Grant Writing and Research Funding, Academic Program Development and Implementation
Dr. Johnnie L. Early is a distinguished leader in higher education, holding degrees from Fort Valley State University, Mercer University, and a PhD in pharmacology and toxicology from Purdue. With over 36 years of experience, Dr. Early has served as Dean at Florida A&M University (FAMU) College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Institute of Public Health (1987, 2018-present), Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC, 1993), and the University of Toledo (2000-2018). Under his leadership, institutions have seen significant budget increases, professional development programs, enriched alumni engagement, and notable improvements in national rankings. Dr. Early's accomplishments include expanding residency programs, fostering human diversity, securing substantial philanthropic support, and achieving exceptional licensure passage rates. His pioneering initiatives, such as the establishment of the Sigma Phi Sigma honor society and dual degree programs, have left a lasting impact on the academic community. Recognized for his commitment to education and diversity, Dr. Early has received numerous prestigious awards and accolades throughout his career.