Case Western Reserve University CBO Brian Burnett on leading as an educator first, building trust through financial transparency, and why patience beats snap decisions under pressure.
Vermont State Colleges CBO Sharron Scott on steering a public higher ed system from insolvency to stability—and why stripping jargon and building trust are a CBO’s most powerful tools.
New England College of Optometry CBO Rich Kelley on transparent accountability, mission-driven leadership, and why knowing your pace is the key to a lasting career in higher ed finance.
Vassar College CBO Bryan Swarthout on why blocking strategic time, leading through influence over authority, and building relationships early are the keys to a lasting career in higher ed finance.
Oregon State University CBO Carla Hoʻā shares how to transform transactional leadership into strategic impact through trust-building and relationships.
Wofford College CBO Chris Gardner on building partnerships beyond the balance sheet, turning “no” into “let’s figure it out,” and leading with authenticity in finance.
Lafayette College CBO Audra Kahr discusses her evolution from private sector accounting to higher education leadership, sharing candid insights on building exceptional teams and more.
Brooklyn College CBO Alan Gilbert shares how authentic leadership and student-centered focus drive success, while offering insights on managing institutional change and building trust-based teams.
Forsyth Technical Community College CBO Kizzy Lea discusses building strong teams, leading through crisis, and evolving beyond finance into strategic operations.
Xavier University CBO Kevan Buck shares how data mastery and relationship-building skills help drive student success in today’s evolving higher ed landscape.