Brian Nairn
About Brian Nairn
Brian Nairn is a Board Member and Partner at Education Growth Partners with over 20 years of experience in the education and information services sectors. He previously served as CEO of Elsevier Health Sciences, where he significantly increased revenue and executed multiple growth transactions.
Work at TIGER 21
Brian Nairn has served as a Board Member at TIGER 21 since 2019. TIGER 21 is a peer-to-peer learning network for high-net-worth investors. Nairn's role involves contributing to the strategic direction of the organization and leveraging his extensive experience in the education and information services sectors. His involvement reflects a commitment to enhancing the value provided to members through shared knowledge and expertise.
Experience at Elsevier
Brian Nairn held the position of CEO for Health Sciences at Elsevier from 2001 to 2008. During his tenure, he successfully grew the division's revenue from $650 million to $1.6 billion over seven years. Nairn initiated and executed nine growth-oriented transactions that resulted in double-digit revenue and EBITDA growth post-acquisition. His leadership significantly impacted the company's market position in health sciences.
Education and Expertise
Brian Nairn's educational background includes studies at St. Andrews University in the UK, Pennsylvania State University, and the University of Iowa. He possesses over 20 years of experience in managing major companies within the education and information services industries. His expertise includes managing technological change in content businesses and driving the development of small growth companies.
Board Memberships and Governance
Nairn serves on the Boards of the Human Capital Institute (HCI) and the American Chemical Society. He is also a member of the Governing Board of Publishing for the American Chemical Society. His roles in these organizations involve governance and strategic oversight, contributing to the advancement of their missions and objectives.
Leadership at Human Capital Institute
Brian Nairn served as Chairman of the Human Capital Institute from 2017 to 2022. In this role, he provided leadership and strategic direction for the organization, which focuses on advancing the practice of human capital management. His tenure contributed to the organization's growth and influence in the field.