As the Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, Scarlett Howery leads DeVry’s partnership strategy by identifying, developing, and managing impactful external relationships with aligned organizations. Howery leads initiatives that expand access to education, such as dual enrollment, workforce learning pathways, and co-curricular support programs.
With an MBA from DeVry University’s Keller Graduate School of Management, she leverages her expertise in building and maintaining relationships with employers, government agencies, and community organizations, strengthening career outcomes and driving diversified revenue growth.
Howery has been a part of DeVry and Keller for more than 20 years, starting from admissions and progressing to campus operations, university partnerships, and workforce solutions. Throughout her career, her focus has been on providing exceptional student care and support, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence, and driving operational excellence and efficiency.
As a first-generation college graduate, Howery is a passionate advocate for students who face unique challenges and barriers in pursuing higher education. Her participation in organizations that include the National Black MBA Association as a mentor and Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority, Inc., where she serves as Vice President of the Greer, South Carolina Chapter, demonstrates her commitment to her community and future leaders.
