Rick Hardy

Rick Hardy is an experienced higher education marketing and enrollment professional with extensive leadership roles spanning over four decades. Currently serving as the Assistant Vice President of Enrollment Marketing at Loyola University Chicago since March 2022, Rick previously held the position of Associate Vice President for Enrollment, Marketing and Communications at Concordia University Irvine, where significant marketing initiatives were implemented, including a $500K+ brand advertising campaign. Prior experience includes a successful tenure as Vice President for Enrollment Management and University Advancement at Vanguard University, achieving notable enrollment increases and managing comprehensive marketing strategies. Rick is also recognized for creating and directing various marketing and media projects, holding degrees in Religion and Communication from Vanguard University and Regent University, respectively.