Influencer Editorial Team
When education meets vision and service meets scholarship, the result is a leader who not only transforms institutions but also empowers the world. Dr. Santarvis Brown embodies that rare blend, an educator, strategist, and civic voice whose influence transcends borders. His nomination for the International Recognition Award at the Influencer Magazine Awards 2025 reflects a lifetime of leadership that is global in reach, yet deeply human in its impact.
With over two decades in education, Dr. Brown’s career began in 2003 as a middle school teacher. Since then, he has risen through the ranks to hold executive academic roles including Chief Academic Officer, Associate Provost, and Graduate Business Chair at Excelsior University. He’s brought his expertise to Cornell University, the University of Virginia, Florida International University, and serves as a Visiting Scholar at the Rutgers Proctor Institute for Leadership and Equity. His academic influence now extends into Europe as a Distinguished Scholar-Practitioner at the European Institute of Higher Education.
At the heart of his work is a mission-driven philosophy: that leadership must be rooted in equity, that learning should be transformative, and that education is not just a system—it’s a calling. This belief led to the creation of Edu-Techure LLC and The Leadership Doctor®, global platforms where Dr. Brown delivers consultancy services in leadership development, organizational culture, and educational reform. His voice resonates on international stages. Whether in Brainz Magazine, Lead Magazine, Passion Vista, or The Leaders Globe, Dr. Brown’s thought leadership offers a roadmap for change. It’s no surprise he’s been honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award from President Joseph Biden, the Passion Vista Global Game Changer Award, and recognitions from Bestow Edutrex International and the International Association of Top Professionals.
But Dr. Brown’s story is more than titles and accolades, it’s deeply personal. As a pastor at Greater Mt. Pleasant AME Church in Florida, he weaves spiritual grounding into his leadership, showing that purpose-driven change begins within. His books Leading While Limping, Oh the Leading You Will Do, and Brothers Minutes reflect this commitment to authenticity and resilience in leadership. He also serves on the boards of civic and nonprofit organizations like the Miami-Dade Community Action Agency, the Centre for Child and Family Enrichment, and the Minority Freedom Community Fund, proving his belief that education and community must go hand in hand.
From being featured on the Nasdaq screen in Times Square to being named one of the Top 100 Global Leaders in Education, Dr. Brown’s footprint is unmistakably global. Whether advising governments on curriculum innovation, mentoring future PhDs, or speaking at international forums, his goal remains unwavering: to build equitable, sustainable systems where every learner can thrive.
Dr. Santarvis Brown is not just a recipient of international recognition, he is a source of it. His journey reminds us that leadership is not defined by where you start, but by how many lives you uplift along the way. Congratulations, Dr. Brown. You’re not just shaping education, you’re shaping the future.
