Governing with Purpose Session 4: Supporting Presidential Leadership in Times of Headwinds

Higher education leaders are navigating political, financial, cultural, and global headwinds that demand stronger governance and deeper leadership support. These headwinds are why developing and supporting higher education leaders is a top strategic issue for boards. This webinar on demand provides a practical framework for boards to align with presidents, strengthen leadership capacity, and navigate external pressures to advance resilient, mission-centered leadership.

Learning Objectives

1. A clearer understanding of why developing and supporting higher education leaders is a strategic governance priority amid political, financial, cultural, and global pressures.
2. A practical framework for strengthening board–president alignment, clarifying roles, and building shared responsibility for resilient, mission-centered leadership.
3. Actionable governance practices for supporting presidential leadership, strengthening leadership capacity across the institution, and navigating external pressures while advancing long-term institutional vitality.