“Dr. Carter is as inspiring as he is knowledgeable. His expertise, steeped in years of service at the highest levels of the academy, accorded him the perspective and the breadth of knowledge that very few possess. His uncanny ability to understand people, and his unparalleled knowledge of academic leadership, make Dr. Carter an Executive Coach of the highest caliber, someone who can help you reach your full leadership potential and take your career to the next level.”

—Dr. Tatiana Mann
Project Manager
Breaking the M.O.L.D.
Leadership Development Initiative

“Dr. Carter is a preeminent leader's coach. Not only is he readily armed with proven research models & strategies, he is particularly caring and thorough while ushering clients to their higher leadership self. I have engaged him as an advisor, as a coach and as a thought partner throughout my career and I have never been disappointed - even when tough decisions had to be made. I am grateful for his leadership expertise and the many ways it has enhanced my journey.”

—Dr. Zenobia Edwards
Executive Director
Old North State Medical Society

“Dr. Carter is a great presenter….he is clear, well informed and uses appropriate examples to explain the topic at hand….In one-on-one situations he has the knowledge, and skills in leadership development to collaborate with individuals, helping them clarify what they want to achieve, and guides them to get the desired goal. I have found Dr. Carter to be a creative, conscientious, and courageous leader….he analyses a situation, prepares a plan of action to help individuals discover the best leadership skills needed for the situation.”

—Valeriana Moeller, PhD
Former President of Columbus State Community College
Consultant, Leadership in Higher Education

“Dr. Carter has been an incredible coach, mentor, advisor, and champion for me. I have benefitted from his wisdom in countless ways. He advised me on how to present myself, my career journey and experiences in a compelling way that highlighted my professional accomplishments, skills, and abilities. I will be forever grateful for his support and advice.”

— Rosalyn Hobson Hargraves
Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering

“Dr. Carter has been a valuable asset to the Bennett College Board of Trustees as an excellent consultant who seeks qualified leaders that can address the critical needs of the College. He assisted in the recruitment/referral of Bennett's current President and has consulted with Board of Trustees to become a "consequential board", one that sets policies for the current and future success of the institution.”

—Dr. Gladys Ashe Robinson
North Carolina State Senator
Chair of Bennett College Board

“Ron Carter consistently brings sage, indispensable, and actionable advice to career conversations and conundrums. For me, he has served as “coach,” asking probing questions to uncover answers within me; as “mentor,” when I needed a skillful ear, honest feedback, and a connection to helpful networks; and as “advisor,” serving as the incomparable expert with deep knowledge of the business of higher education, the competencies of C-suite leadership, and the intricacies of human innovation.”

—Charisse Carney-Nunes, JD/MPA
Deputy Division Director, Division of Graduate Education
National Science Foundation

“Dr. Ron Carter is a gifted mentor and an academic leader whose knowledge and experience in American Higher Education qualifies him to lead and to speak on all related issues, from executive recruitment and strategic planning to financing capital projects, advancement, and crisis management. Dr. Carter is honest, direct, and strives to bring out the best in his mentees on all aspects of communication and self-presentation. At the same time, he is an exceptionally clear thinker with an unparalleled ability to see to the heart of an issue, set priorities, and navigate a path forward.”

— Dr. Joseph Romero, Ph.D.
Classics Professor & Chair of Classics, Philosophy & Religion at University of Mary Washington