Lipscomb University announces its first Chief Innovation Officer
Todd McCullough will lead the LUInnovate initiative.
Lipscomb University has announced the launch of LUInnovate, the university’s new Office of Innovation, dedicated to advancing Lipscomb’s mission through high-quality programming, strategic partnerships, and innovative learning models. Leading this new initiative is Todd McCullough, who has been appointed the university’s first Chief Innovation Officer.
McCullough, a seasoned executive with over three decades of experience advising Fortune 500 companies, global consulting firms, and higher education institutions, will spearhead LUInnovate’s efforts to expand Lipscomb’s reach and impact. His expertise in business strategy, innovation, and organizational transformation has helped shape the growth of companies such as The Coca-Cola Company, Ford Motor Company, Target, and Anthem. McCullough has also taught innovation and strategic growth at Vanderbilt University’s Owen Graduate School of Management and the Institute of Design at the Illinois Institute of Technology.
“LUInnovate represents another exciting step forward for Lipscomb University as we continue to cultivate a culture of creativity, entrepreneurship, and forward-thinking education,” said Lipscomb President Candice McQueen. “With Todd McCullough’s leadership and our talented Lipscomb team, we are poised to continue to build innovative, high-quality programs that broaden access to education and drive meaningful impact.”
As Chief Innovation Officer, McCullough will lead LUInnovate in developing innovative education models, identifying strategic business development opportunities, and fostering collaboration across Lipscomb’s academic departments and external partners. His role aligns with a key goal of Lipscomb’s Impact 360 Strategic Plan, which focuses on fostering an entrepreneurial spirit while advancing the university’s distinctive mission.
This work is being funded by significant investments in the Lipscomb Innovation Fund, which was initially started by a gift from Sue Nokes, a member of Lipscomb’s Board of Trustees, and has continued to grow due to the generosity of additional donors.
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