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Helping Campuses Navigate What Comes Next

What challenges are higher education business officers facing right now—and where are institutions seeking help? NACUBO’s Liz Clark is joined by Ruth Johnston, vice president for consulting, to discuss the growing operational, financial, and strategic pressures campuses are navigating. From budget model changes and procurement reviews to process improvement, athletics, and deferred maintenance, they explore how chief business officers are involved in nearly every aspect of campus operations as institutions grapple with financial pressure, uncertainty, and change. The conversation also highlights how NACUBO Consulting helps campuses strengthen decision-making and turn good ideas into actionable strategies. Tune in for the final episode of the season before NACUBO In Brief returns this September.

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