William R. Mott

Independent & Faith-Based School Leadership Consultant

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School Board Retreats & Workshops

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School Leadership Expertise

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Meet Bill Mott

Over the course of his thirty-year career, Dr. Mott has had the privilege of working with many independent and faith-based schools. While the focus of his consulting centers on working closely with heads of school and the board of trustees, he has also assisted schools with fundraising, strategic planning, and leadership searches. His knowledge, wisdom, expertise, and experience places him among the most sought-after consultants in the country.

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"Bill did an outstanding job leading our board in a governance workshop...His knowledge of how boards should function for success is invaluable."

Debbie Russell, Former Head of School, Nansemond-Suffolk Academy

"Bill recognizes that board actions today set the path and the tone for the school's future. His experience in working with boards is extensive; and his advice is practical, clear, and very wise. "

R. Kirk Walker, Jr., Ph.D., President Emeritus of SAIS

"Simply masterful! Working through these together will allow the board to become proactive instead of reactive; ready to overcome difficult challenges and embrace strategic opportunities."

Stephen G. Reel, Ph.D., Managing Member, Senior Consultant, Graybeal & Associates

"Bill Mott is arguably the leading expert in governance in independent education. No relationship in independent schools is more important than that of the Board and head."

F. Stuart Gulley, Ph.D., Principal, Stuart Gulley Consulting, Former President, Woodward Academy

"[Bill] is able to break down the complex nature of Board-Head of School dynamics and provide clarity around what is most important for the healthy functioning of a school. "

David Braemer, Head of School, Kent Denver