Blog Posts

As I begin my third year leading AGB, I want to recognize that board professionals—designated as the primary individuals who staff governing boards—are vital assets to strategic board leadership.

June 30, 2021 - Transition and succession planning should be part of the ongoing work of the president and board.

June 29, 2021 - As observers of investment committee behavior for more than 20 years, we have been surprised at how few committees take the time for self-reflection, especially after periods of extreme stress. Strategic Investment Group’s blog post, Time to Re-Assess, provides a …

June 17, 2021 - As special purpose acquisition corporations (SPACs) continue to enter the mainstream investment market, we may see their role change and potentially increase among institutional investors. Historically, SPACs were often neglected due to an overwhelming amount of negative feelings towards these …

June 16, 2021 - Public universities have been dealing with decreasing funding for many years.  In fact, today’s state and local funding is still below the level before the 2008 recession. 

June 10, 2021 - In Colorado, public colleges and university trustees and regents have come together to form the Colorado Trustee Network (CTN).

June 10, 2021 - Trustees can foster a customer-centric approach to strategic planning that puts student needs at the center of strategy and helps to ensure the long-term success and sustainability of the institutions they serve.

June 08, 2021 - AI enhancements can provide timely and targeted solicitation experiences that lead to higher rates of engagement and giving. Learn the who, what and why for annual giving AI.

In reviewing the past year, I encourage you to consider not only your institution’s opportunities and challenges, but also the performance of your board.

June 03, 2021 - Most boards understand the crucial role that private capital plays in an institution’s investment portfolio.