Ricky Mott
Manchester,NH
Summary
Strategic and inclusive Enrollment Management leader with 26 years of progressive experience in admissions leadership, data-informed decision-making, and cross-campus collaboration. Recognized for galvanizing staff around a shared enrollment vision, leveraging technology and analytics to exceed enrollment goals, and creating diverse and welcoming environments for students and staff. A trusted advisor and collaborative partner to senior leadership, with deep knowledge of recruitment strategy, financial aid leveraging, and regulatory compliance in higher education.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Undergraduate Admission
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
01.2015 - Current
- Drove a 41% deposit increase for Fall 2025 through data-informed recruitment strategy.
- Mentor and coach staff members through weekly enrollment goal meetings
- Make data driven decisions through Salesforce reporting
- Collaborate with campus community for a shared responsibility for enrollment management
- Serve as advisor to Chief Enrollment Officer on student aid optimization
- Oversee marketing communications; approve recruitment messaging channels
- Lead faculty calling campaigns.
- Design and execute all campus events.
- Coordinate annual departmental updates for admission counselors
Associate Director of Admission
Loyola University Chicago
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Managed freshman communication plan via Slate CRM.
- Oversaw campus event planning and $600K events budget.
- Supervised 18 staff and managed greater Chicago territory.
- Worked with Enrollment Marketing to align brand with goals.
- Collaborated with campus community for a shared goal of enrollment management
- Provided support and feedback to Vice-President of Enrollment, Director of Admission, and Consultant for student aid optimization
- Participated in annual focus group to provide ongoing training for admission counselors
Associate Director of Admission
University of Colorado Denver
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Coached and mentored admission counselors on recruitment strategies
- Implemented Oracle CRM
- Boosted applicants by 10% and admits by 25%.
- Achieved 47% average freshman diversity rate.
- Collaborated with campus partners for a shared responsibility of enrollment management
- Worked with Associate Vice-Chancellor of Admission on $1.7M budget
- Executed scholarship program for all out of state students
- Responsible for all vendor contracts and partnerships for support in achieving enrollment goals
Assistant Director of Admission
University of Colorado – College of Nursing
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Designed transfer evaluations and orientation programs.
- Delivered targeted outreach to healthcare institutions.
Sales Executive
Naviance
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Provided CRM solutions and training to education institutions.
- Increased client base by 30%.
Assistant Director of Admissions
University of Northern Colorado
01.2000 - 01.2006
- Increased transfer enrollment by 22%.
- Liaised with athletics for NCAA Division I transition.
Admissions Counselor / Assistant Director
Spring Hill College
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Achieved 21% deposit growth and 15% application growth.
- Managed student ambassador and visit programs.
Education
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL01.1999
B.A. - History
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO01.1994
Skills
- Strategic Enrollment Planning
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- CRM Optimization (Slate, Salesforce, Oracle)
- Financial Aid Leveraging (Merit & Need-Based)
- Inclusive Leadership & Community Engagement
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Financial Aid Regulatory Compliance (Federal & State)
- Budget Oversight & Stewardship
- Event Planning and Public Speaking
Affiliations
- Vice-Chair (2025), Chair (2026) – New Hampshire College and University Council (NHCUC)
- Member – New England, Illinois, and National Association for College Admission Counseling (NEACAC, IACAC, NACAC)
- Former President – Colorado Council on High School/College Relations (CCHS/CR)
- College Fairs Chair – Rocky Mountain ACAC
Timeline
Director of Undergraduate Admission
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
01.2015 - Current
Associate Director of Admission
Loyola University Chicago
01.2013 - 01.2015
Associate Director of Admission
University of Colorado Denver
01.2008 - 01.2013
Assistant Director of Admission
University of Colorado – College of Nursing
01.2007 - 01.2008
Sales Executive
Naviance
01.2006 - 01.2007
Assistant Director of Admissions
University of Northern Colorado
01.2000 - 01.2006
Admissions Counselor / Assistant Director
Spring Hill College
01.1998 - 01.2000
B.A. - History
University of Northern Colorado
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
University of South Alabama
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