Our Team

Academic Assembly’s team of educational leaders, division officers, academic entrepreneurs and international business experts provide institutions with affordable and effective products and services to catalyze their global strategies. Our approach is comprehensive, our team is experienced and versatile, and our products are world class.

Gretchen Dobson

Gretchen Dobson, Ed.D.

Director & President, Global Alumni Relations
Robert Fried

Robert Fried

Director
Brian Whalen

Brian Whalen, Ph.D.

Director & Advisory Partner
Lydia Lazar

Lydia Lazar

Advisory Partner