Interview with Margaret Montgomery Richard, Ph.D., Partner at DMM & Associates, LLC

Margaret Montgomery-Richard, Ph.D., a distinguished educator, community leader, and entrepreneur, brings a wealth of experience to her roles. Notably, she served as Chancellor of Louisiana Technical College (LTC), overseeing 40 campuses during the challenging post-Katrina period. Dr. Montgomery-Richard is recognized as a Complete College America Fellow and PEP Coach, exemplifying her commitment to educational excellence and innovation.

As a principal at DMM and Associates, LLC, a woman-owned firm based in Louisiana, Dr. Montgomery-Richard specializes in crafting human capital strategies to cultivate high-performance organizations. Before her chancellorship, she held key leadership positions within the Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS), including Senior Vice President for Academic and Student Services. Her extensive background also includes roles as Provost of Delgado Community College City Park Campus, Dean of Workforce Development and Education, Assistant to college Presidents, and adjunct faculty member.

In the aftermath of Katrina, Dr. Montgomery-Richard's expertise became instrumental in guiding organizations through rebuilding efforts. She adeptly assesses organizational, cultural, management, and leadership challenges, developing strategic solutions to address core business and workforce needs.

Dr. Montgomery-Richard earned her B.A. in Marketing from Southeastern Louisiana University, a Master of Public Administration, and a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of New Orleans. She holds a Management and Leadership in Education certificate from Harvard Graduate School, further enhancing her credentials as a visionary leader in education and business.

 

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