The most pressing public policy issues facing college and university boards of trustees and foundation boards in 2023 and 2024, in the estimation of the Association of Governing Boards and a higher education advisory panel, are the following: affordability and value; accountability and regulation; judicial rulings; political intrusion; federal and state funding; and college athletics.
If you’ve watched the HBO series Succession or the film Conclave, you know that leadership transitions can be fraught with drama…
February 25, 2025 – Watch this Webinar On Demand, which explores succession planning from the foundation perspective, including developing a “ready now and ready next” foundation CEO plan, preparing for presidential transitions, and board leadership succession planning
November 11, 2024 – Watch this Webinar On Demand for an engaging webinar tailored specifically for higher education foundation leaders, focusing on the vital role of succession planning in ensuring continuity and growth.
August 21, 2024 – Watch this Webinar On Demand with AGB Search to develop strategies for preparing for presidential transitions.

The October 2023 meeting of the AGB Council of Board Professionals engaged in a robust and insightful discussion on the topic of “Sustainable Presidential Leadership and Board Leadership Continuity.”


