Bio

A Dedicated, visionary, and results-oriented, Brian Evans is an accomplished Athletic Director with almost two decades of experience in the higher education sector. Throughout his career, Evans has demonstrated a commitment to fostering excellence in student-athletes, building successful athletic programs, and enhancing the overall collegiate experience.

Professional Experience

VP of Athletics, Paul Quinn College (2023-Present). In his role as VP of Athletics at Paul Quinn College, Brian Evans oversees all aspects of the college's athletic department. He provides strategic leadership for a diverse range of sports programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and promoting the overall well-being of student-athletes. Evans' tenure has been marked by significant achievements in a short period of time, including developing a website, and creating a strategic partnership with the PGA.

AS VP of Athletics at Georgetown College (Kentucky) (2005-2023) Prior to assuming the same role at Paul Quinn College. He was responsible for directing all day-to-day operations and managing 24 subordinate supervisors who supervised a total of 50-60 employees in the Athletics Department. The athletic department offers 24 teams, and 21 compete at a varsity level. In this role he was also responsible for serving on the President’s Executive Cabinet and staff support on the Board of Trustees. He was responsible for the overall budget management, strategic direction, and evaluation of this unit; and keeping the president informed to all issues within the department, conference, and national offices.  Responsibilities also include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Some significant accomplishments in this role included department GPA never dropping below 3.1. They produced over 250 Academic All-Conference athletes, over 100 Academic All-Americans, over 50 All-Americans, 3 National Tournament MVPs, and two National Players of the Year Men’s Basketball. Under his leadership they had three inductees into the NAIA HOF. Over this same time the department captured over 20 Conference Championships and three National Championships.

Key Strengths

• Strategic Planning: Evans excels in developing comprehensive strategic plans to guide the long-term growth and success of athletic programs.
• Team Building: With a focus on collaboration and mentorship, he fosters a culture of teamwork and excellence among coaches, staff, and student-athletes.
• Compliance and Governance: Evans maintains a strong understanding of compliance regulations and ensures adherence to ethical standards and best practices.
• Fundraising and Development: He has a proven track record of securing financial support through successful fundraising campaigns, donor cultivation, and alumni relations.
• Community Engagement: Evans actively engages with the local community, forging partnerships and promoting the positive impact of athletics beyond the campus.

Education

Brian Evans holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from The University of Kentucky and a Master’s Degree in The Art Of Teaching from The University of Louisville. He continues to pursue professional development opportunities to stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in collegiate athletics.

Professional Affiliations

• National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA)
• College Athletic Business Management Association (CABMA)
• 100 Black Men Of America
• Certified Diversity Professional (CDP)

Achievements and Recognition

Throughout his career, Brian Evans has been recognized for his contributions to collegiate athletics, including awards for leadership, service, and athletic program excellence. He remains committed to advancing the mission of higher education through athletics and empowering student-athletes to achieve their full potential on and off the field.

As an experienced Athletic Director with a proven track record of success, Brian Evans brings a wealth of knowledge, leadership, and passion to his role. His dedication to academic and athletic excellence has made a lasting impact on the institutions he has served and the student-athletes he has mentored.