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Asking if You Need an Interim President? You Might be Asking the Wrong Question.
As colleges and universities navigate leadership transitions, the conversation around interim leadership is becoming more urgent and more nuanced. In this timely article, Sr. Consultants and Members Jim Martin and Bob Smith explore why the institutions making the strongest leadership decisions start with mandate, not just role.Expanding Leadership Through Associate Member Placements
Senior Consultant Rebecca Eckstein shares an update on the continued growth of our Associate Member program. As institutions seek experienced leaders for director-level and senior administrative needs, the program is expanding new pathways for seasoned professionals to provide immediate support, guidance, and specialized expertise across higher education.Stewarding Higher Education’s Future: Strategic Alignment in the Era of College Closures
In this article, Dr. Alicia B. Harvey-Smith, a Member of ZRG The Registry, examines the growing challenge of college closures and the leadership choices that can help institutions build resilience. She outlines practical strategies for sustainability, emphasizing foresight, stewardship, and strategic alignment as higher education navigates increasing financial, demographic, and operational pressures.Welcoming Jeanine Went, PhD, as Vice President of Membership and Programs
ZRG The Registry is pleased to welcome Dr. Jeanine B. Went as Vice President of Membership and Programs. In this role, Jeanine will focus on strengthening member engagement, expanding programming, and supporting the connections between experienced higher education leaders and the institutions they serve. Insight from Senior Consultant, Dr. Jim Martin
Many members of the Registry community will bring their own perspectives on the role of the interim leader, often grounded in first-hand experience serving campuses during moments of transition. In this piece, Dr. Jim Martin extends that conversation to a wider audience and reinforces the value experienced interim leaders bring to institutions when continuity, judgment, and steady leadership matter most. Meet Our Colleagues: ZRG Aspen Leadership Group
What happens when two trusted leaders in talent join forces under a global platform? The result is something greater than the sum of its parts: an expanded partnership that delivers deeper expertise and broader support for the members, institutions, and communities we serve. We’re pleased to spotlight our partners at ZRG Aspen Leadership Group, whose impact you may already know, particularly for their long-standing leadership in placing chief development and advancement officers within world-class higher education institutions. Registry News & Updates
LGBTQ Leaders In Higher Ed Conference
For the first time, The Registry had the honor of attending the LGBTQ Leaders in Higher Education Conference: The Leadership Institute 2025, hosted at both the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD) and the Hyatt Regency Milwaukee. This landmark event brought together visionary educators, administrators, and advocates committed to advancing equity and inclusion across higher education.Request Your 2026 Registry Calendar
We know how much our Members love The Registry calendars, and we are happy to announce that our 2026 calendars have just arrived! Order now.Our Team to Your Table: Mikaela Daigle’s Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies
As the holiday season settles in with its cozy traditions and sweet aromas, we’re excited to bring a little festive cheer to this edition of Our Team to Your Table. This month, Membership Operations Manager Mikaela Daigle is sharing one of her favorite seasonal treats: Peppermint Chocolate Chip Cookies. Bursting with cool peppermint and melty chocolate, her recipe is the perfect way to add a joyful, homemade touch to your celebrations.In Memoriam
Honoring the Legacy of Timothy Ray Boosinger, a Valued Member of The Registry.HIRE AN INTERIM
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