Marc A. Nivet, Ed.D., M.B.A., has served as the Executive Vice President for Institutional Advancement at UT Southwestern Medical Center since September 2016. A nationally renowned thought leader and highly regarded change agent, Dr. Nivet leads an extensive team which works to elevate awareness, improve engagement, and build relationships to advance the academic medical center’s mission. He is currently a full professor at UT Southwestern Medical School in the Department of Family and Community Medicine.

Dr. Nivet has spent over 25 years in academic medicine, developing creative program initiatives and innovative approaches in support of research, medical education, and patient care. Prior to his role at UT Southwestern, Dr. Nivet was Chief Diversity Officer for the Association of American Medical Colleges, consulting with medical schools and teaching hospitals on community engagement, diversity, and health equity. He also served as the COO and Treasurer for the Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation, which aligns workforce training with the dynamic needs of patients.

Dr. Nivet earned his Doctorate in Higher Education Management from the University of Pennsylvania and his Master of Business Administration degree with a focus on health care management from George Washington University’s School of Business. His research, teaching, and professional focus are informed by a personal commitment to improving health and eradicating health disparities in underserved communities.

He currently serves academic medicine on a variety of national boards and commissions and as a volunteer leader in local civil and business organizations.