College.town today announced the launch of Pinnacle Collegiate, a premier executive coaching service meticulously designed for college athletic administrators aspiring to become Athletic Directors and for assistant coaches on the path to Head Coach positions.
Pinnacle Collegiate aims to bridge the gap between ambition and achievement in the highly competitive landscape of collegiate athletics. The service will offer a comprehensive coaching program focused on individualized career strategy, leadership competency development, intensive interview preparation, search process navigation, media training, and strategic network advocacy, with curriculum uniquely designed to match each client’s specific timeline – whether that’s a short-term sprint to prepare for the current hiring cycle or a long-term developmental program to progressively build skills for future opportunities. Recognizing the unique demands of these top-tier roles, Pinnacle Collegiate will equip clients with tangible advantages tailored to their specific needs and career goals.
Pinnacle Collegiate’s curriculum is designed and led by distinguished longtime AD Bill McGillis plus a growing roster of professionals, drawing on decades of leadership experience and firsthand experience in the chair to provide personalized mentorship and strategic guidance. Honored as 2023 NACDA AD of the Year, McGillis served as Director of Athletics at multiple institutions, including the University of San Diego, University of Southern Mississippi, and University of Evansville in addition to significant leadership roles at South Florida, New Mexico and Houston.
“We consistently see talented administrators and coaches who have the potential for top leadership roles but need a strategic partner to help bridge that final gap,” said College.town Founder & CEO Matt Roberts. “That’s precisely why we at College.town are so excited to launch Pinnacle Collegiate, pairing our extensive network with the real-world experience of a veteran leader like Bill McGillis. This program is designed to be that dedicated partner, offering the invaluable guidance needed to not only secure these coveted positions but to thrive in them from day one.”
The inaugural Pinnacle Collegiate cohort will be highly selective, limited to no more than 15 individuals in the first year to ensure dedicated, in-depth engagement. The program will feature benefits such as dedicated 1-on-1 sessions with McGillis, mock interviews, development of holistic leadership knowledge, access to an executive presentation toolkit, strategic introductions through McGillis’s extensive national network, plus an annual subscription to D1.dossiers included for each client.
Key Offerings of Pinnacle Collegiate will include:
- 24/7 Concierge Support
- Mastering Media & Public Communications
- Holistic Leadership Knowledge Enhancement
- Strategic Networking & Team Building
- Personalized Advocacy & Strategic Introductions
- Executive Presentation Toolkit
- Targeted Monthly Programming & Group Collaboration
- Annual D1.dossiers Subscription Included
Interested athletic administrators and coaches are encouraged to visit wearecollegetown.com/pinnacle to learn more and to submit a form to express interest in the inaugural cohort. Early submissions will ensure individuals are among the first to be notified when client selection begins.
About College.town
College.town is the premier hub for leaders and professionals in college athletics, unifying a comprehensive portfolio of trusted brands, including D1.ticker, CollegeSports.jobs, AthleticDirectorU, D1.dossiers, and PinnacleCollegiate. Formerly Drive & Company, College.town is dedicated to powering the people who power college athletics by providing essential news, career opportunities, professional development, strategic insights, and a connected community. Our purpose is to identify solutions that create and bring value to dealmakers, policymakers and C-suite administrators across higher education.
About Bill McGillis:
The 2023 NACDA AD of the Year, Bill McGillis is a highly respected leader with decades of executive experience in collegiate athletics. He has served with distinction as Director of Athletics at multiple institutions, including the University of San Diego, University of Southern Mississippi, and University of Evansville, following significant leadership roles at the University of South Florida, the University of New Mexico, and the University of Houston. His career includes driving program turnarounds, achieving notable competitive and academic success, spearheading major fundraising and facility development projects, and hiring successful coaches and administrators. a comprehensive portfolio of trusted brands, including D1.ticker, CollegeSports.jobs, AthleticDirectorU, D1.dossiers, and PinnacleCollegiate. Formerly Drive & Company, College.town is dedicated to powering the people who power college athletics by providing essential news, career opportunities, professional development, strategic insights, and a connected community. Our purpose is to identify solutions that create and bring value to dealmakers, policymakers and C-suite administrators across higher education.
