Essential documents and case studies guiding university presidents and leaders through complex transitions and strategic repositioning.
Explore modern frameworks for high-impact executive decision-making, budget allocation, and implementing distributed leadership models across institutions.
Detailed guides covering the entire presidential lifecycle: from the initial search and four key transition phases to the critical final 'Handoff' and partner integration.
Analysis of successful institutional repositioning (Lake Erie, Antioch) and the pivotal discussion on the strategic integration of AI in higher education.
Inspired by Dr. Lori E. Varlotta’s transformative framework for creating meaningful, enduring impact across higher education and beyond.
A case study showcasing how speed and inclusivity can unite to deliver meaningful, campus-wide transformation.
An innovative, external addition to a university president’s onboarding journey, merging institutional familiarity with peer wisdom.
Establishing priorities and building momentum in the critical early stages of a new presidency.
Sustaining change and ensuring long-term institutional health and strategic alignment.
Best practices for a graceful and effective handover between outgoing and incoming leaders.
A foundational outline for transparent and strategically aligned university financial planning.
Examining the opportunities and challenges of integrating artificial intelligence into academia.
How shared leadership models foster innovation and resilience across departments.
A comprehensive guide for the board and search committee on finding the next university leader.
Detailed analysis of the plan that successfully redefined the college's market position and offerings.
Understanding the national model for mission-centric, experiential learning programs.
A concise list of actions and mindsets required to navigate the current climate of change.
A strategic document on leveraging continuous, integrated consulting support within the leadership team.