The Society for Advancement of Management is proud to honor Alan Resnick with the prestigious SAM Advancement of Management Award in Strategic Management. This recognition celebrates Mr. Resnick’s extraordinary contributions to the field of strategic planning and his lasting impact on higher education institutions across the country.
With a career spanning more than 30 years, Alan Resnick has been a national leader in aligning institutional values with mission-driven objectives. As Vice President for Strategic Planning at the New England Institute of Technology, he has been instrumental in advancing the university’s reputation as one of the top-performing technical colleges in the country. His work ensures that students are not only prepared for their careers but also benefit from an institution designed for long-term excellence and sustainability.
Mr. Resnick’s influence stretches far beyond a single institution. Prior to joining New England Tech, he served as Vice President at Brailsford & Dunlavey, leading strategic initiatives for more than 100 colleges and universities. His ability to integrate physical planning with strategic goals has helped reshape campuses and educational outcomes nationwide.
He has also held key roles at distinguished organizations such as Elkus Manfredi Architects, EYP Architecture & Engineering, Gould Evans, and Sasaki Associates. In each role, Mr. Resnick brought a visionary approach to planning that combined architectural insight with strategic foresight, helping institutions translate ideas into transformative action.
A frequent speaker on the national and international stage, Mr. Resnick has shared his expertise at events hosted by the Smithsonian Institution, the American Institute of Architects, and the Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute in Switzerland. His thought leadership continues to shape the future of educational planning and institutional development.
Alan Resnick’s legacy is defined not only by his professional achievements but also by his commitment to student success and inclusive leadership. His work stands as a model of what strategic management can achieve when grounded in purpose, innovation, and service to others.
We congratulate Alan Resnick on this well-deserved recognition and thank him for his continued contributions to the advancement of management and education.