Terrill L. Drake, MBA
About Terrill L. Drake, MBA
Terrill L. Drake, MBA, serves as the Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Harvard Business School, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in higher education, having previously worked in various leadership roles at institutions such as Villanova School of Business and the University of Maryland.
Current Role at Harvard Business School
Terrill L. Drake has served as the Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at Harvard Business School since 2021. In this role, he collaborates with the school's leadership on strategic planning and curriculum development aimed at enhancing diversity and inclusion efforts. His responsibilities include overseeing the implementation of inclusive excellence strategies that affect faculty, staff, students, alumni, and other stakeholders.
Previous Experience in Higher Education
Prior to his current position, Terrill L. Drake held various roles at Villanova School of Business and the University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business. He served as Associate Dean of Strategic Initiatives at Villanova from 2018 to 2020 and again from 2020 to 2021, where he also headed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives. At the University of Maryland, he held multiple positions, including Executive Director of Diversity Initiatives and Senior Advisor, from 2013 to 2016.
Educational Background
Terrill L. Drake earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and Management from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. He furthered his education by obtaining an Executive MBA from the University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business. His academic credentials support his expertise in strategic initiatives and diversity efforts within educational institutions.
Contributions to Diversity and Inclusion
In his role at Harvard Business School, Terrill L. Drake has played a significant role in advancing the Harvard Business School Racial Equity Plan. This initiative focuses on promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging across various dimensions, including race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and age. His work aims to create a more inclusive environment within the institution.
Career Progression and Roles
Terrill L. Drake's career spans over two decades in various roles related to events coordination and diversity initiatives. He began his career as an Events Coordinator at Market America from 2001 to 2004. He then transitioned to the University of Maryland Alumni Association as Director of Corporate and Community Events from 2004 to 2007, followed by several positions at the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business, where he contributed to special events and programs.