Venkat Reddy

Dr. Venkat Reddy joined AGB Search in 2024. A certified Executive Coach and a Professor of Finance at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs (UCCS), Dr. Reddy has served in numerous leadership and advisory roles in higher education, including over twelve years as a College of Business Dean and over six years as a University Chancellor. He uses the active inquiry methodology to enhance the leadership skills of seasoned and emerging executives to help them achieve their full potential and become more effective, impactful, and respected leaders.

Experience and Honors

Dr. Reddy most recently served as the Special Advisor to the University of Colorado President. He was appointed Chancellor of the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs (UCCS) in 2017 and led the university until 2023. Prior to the role, he was a finance faculty member and Dean in the UCCS College of Business. Under Dr. Reddy’s leadership, the campus executed strategic initiatives in the areas of health and wellness; cybersecurity; online education; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and public-private partnerships. The university also launched its 2020-2030 Strategic Plan, which charts a path for the next decade at UCCS. He successfully led the campus through COVID by making health and safety a top priority for the campus and community members. Dr. Reddy continues to stay engaged with UCCS alumni, friends of the university, and the Colorado Springs community. 

Dr. Reddy is currently on the board of the Pikes Peak Community Foundation. He has served on the boards of several organizations, including Colorado Springs Police Foundation, Goodwill, Wells Fargo Community Board and National Cyber Security Center Board of Directors. He also served as one of the Honorary Commanders at the United States Air Force Academy in 2021-2022.

Education

  • Master’s degree and Ph.D. from the Pennsylvania State University
  • Executive Coaching training and certification from the Center for Executive Coaching