Johnson City, TN – Blue Rock Human Capital is pleased to have partnered with Warren Wilson College to place W. Eric Sykes as the institution’s new Vice President for Enrollment Management.
Warren Wilson College is one of ten federally-recognized Work Colleges designated for its community service, hands-on experiential learning, and commitment to a sustainable future. Located on nearly 1000 acres and based in Swannanoa, NC, Warren Wilson is a national leader for pairing classroom learning across 35+ majors with purpose-driven, community-rooted action.
Sykes brings over 25 years of experience in higher education, including 15 years in the enrollment space, where he has leveraged data-driven insights and strategic campaigns to drive recruitment and retention successes. He has served as Vice President for Enrollment Management at Quinnipiac University and at Elmira College, along with other key leadership roles. Sykes joins the Warren Wilson team following a stint as Senior Vice President – Enrollment Management & Marketing at Utica University.
Jacquelyn D. Elliot, Ed.D., President & COO of Blue Rock Human Capital, said, “Blue Rock Human Capital was pleased to work with Warren Wilson College to identify their Vice President for Enrollment Management. In today’s higher education landscape, institutions need forward-thinking, data-savvy enrollment leaders who can connect with stakeholders and achieve enrollment goals. As an experienced executive and strategic leader, W. Eric Sykes consistently delivers effective analysis, team leadership, and enrollment strategies that align with institutional goals. We look forward to seeing him drive continued growth for Warren Wilson.”
About Blue Rock Human Capital
Blue Rock Human Capital (BRHC) is a minority-owned firm delivering full-spectrum human capital solutions to help organizations thrive through growth and change. Ranked among Hunt Scanlon’s Top 10 global recruiters and ranked #20 on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms, BRHC combines national reach with deep industry expertise across Human Resources, Private Equity, and Higher Education.
In addition to executive and confidential search, we offer interim placements, executive coaching, talent assessment, succession planning, organizational consulting, and newly placed leader alignment—services designed to unlock potential across the employee lifecycle. Founded by Ruben Moreno, a recognized leader in culture-aligned executive placements, BRHC is your trusted partner in building a people-centered, high-performing future.