Leadership

Meet the visionary leaders who guide Ludwitt Academy in our mission to democratize philosophical education and bridge ancient wisdom with modern innovation.

Leadership Excellence

16

Leadership Team

Experienced leaders

200+

Years Combined

Leadership experience

50+

Advanced Degrees

Academic credentials

25+

Industry Awards

Recognition

Our Values

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Wisdom First

We prioritize the cultivation of wisdom and practical philosophy in all our endeavors.

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Innovation

We embrace technological innovation to enhance learning and make education more accessible.

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Integrity

We operate with transparency, honesty, and ethical principles in all our decisions.

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Inclusivity

We welcome diverse perspectives and ensure equitable access to philosophical education.

Excellence

We strive for the highest standards in education, research, and service to our community.

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Impact

We measure success by our positive impact on individuals and society as a whole.

Executive Leadership

Our executive team guides the strategic direction and operational excellence of Ludwitt Academy.

Dr. James Mitchell

Dr. James Mitchell

President & Chief Executive Officer

Office of the President

Dr. Mitchell brings over 20 years of experience in higher education leadership and educational innovation. Previously served as Provost at Stanford University and Dean of Liberal Arts at MIT. PhD in Philosophy from Harvard University.

Expertise:

Educational LeadershipStrategic PlanningAcademic InnovationPhilosophy of Education
Dr. Maria Santos

Dr. Maria Santos

Provost & Chief Academic Officer

Academic Affairs

Dr. Santos oversees all academic programs and faculty development at Ludwitt. Former Vice Provost at UC Berkeley and Professor of Digital Humanities. PhD in Philosophy and Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon.

Expertise:

Academic AdministrationDigital HumanitiesFaculty DevelopmentCurriculum Innovation
David Chen

David Chen

Chief Technology Officer

Technology Services

David leads Ludwitt's technological innovation and infrastructure development. Former CTO at Khan Academy and Senior Engineering Manager at Google. MS in Computer Science from Stanford.

Expertise:

Educational TechnologyAI SystemsPlatform ArchitectureProduct Development
Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

Chief Financial Officer

Finance & Operations

Sarah manages financial strategy and operations for the university. Previously CFO at Coursera and Finance Director at edX. MBA from Wharton, CPA certification.

Expertise:

Financial ManagementStrategic PlanningOperationsEdTech Finance

Leadership Philosophy

Collaborative Leadership

Our leadership model emphasizes collaboration, transparency, and shared decision-making. We believe that the best ideas emerge from diverse perspectives and open dialogue.

  • Inclusive decision-making processes
  • Regular community feedback sessions
  • Cross-functional leadership teams
  • Transparent communication practices

Philosophical Governance

We apply philosophical principles to our governance, emphasizing ethical reasoning, critical thinking, and the pursuit of wisdom in all our institutional decisions.

  • Ethics-based decision frameworks
  • Socratic questioning in meetings
  • Long-term thinking and planning
  • Commitment to continuous learning

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