Lisa W. Wardell is the President and CEO of Adtalem Global Education Inc. She took on this role in May 2016 after having been with the company since 2008. Her background includes a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the...
Lisa W. Wardell is the President and CEO of Adtalem Global Education Inc. She took on this role in May 2016 after having been with the company since 2008. Her background includes a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Florida and an MBA from the University of Virginia. Under her leadership, Adtalem has made significant changes, including the divestiture of certain educational assets and focusing on enhancing student outcomes. Interestingly, Wardell's salary in 2021 was $1.1 million, with her total compensation reaching over $6.2 million, mostly from stock options and vested stocks. She has been active in shaping strategic goals at Adtalem, such as integrating Walden University into its operations. Additionally, she stepped into the role of Executive Chairman in 2021, continuing to influence the company’s direction while leading strategic reviews for its Financial Services business. On a personal note, she notably transitioned from being the chair of multiple board committees to leading the entire company, reflecting her trust and capability as a leader.