54 min
Vision, Resilience, and Faith-Driven Decision-Making: Dr. Amy Bragg Carey's Turn-Around Leadership at Friends University IngenioUs
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In this episode, we delve into the journey of an exceptional higher education leader: Dr. Amy Bragg Carey, President of Kansas-based Friends University, whose leadership is characterized by vision, resilience, and faith-driven decision-making. Dr. Carey has navigated Friends University through a transformative journey, guiding it from a turnaround situation to a thriving institution. Her empowering leadership style, rooted in her deep faith and commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive environment, has made a significant impact on the university's growth and success.
Dr. Carey shares insights into her leadership philosophy, the influence of her early mentors, and the innovative strategies she has employed to drive enrollment and build a strong community. We'll explore how her background in advancement and marketing, combined with her dedication to the university's Quaker heritage, has shaped her approach to leading with clarity and purpose.
Join us as we uncover the story of Dr. Amy Bragg Carey’s empowering leadership at Friends University, and gain valuable lessons on resilience, vision casting, and creating a culture of innovation in higher education.
Keywords: leadership journey, empowerment, vision, faith, Friends University, enrollment management,
fundraising, Quaker institution, international students, facilities, endowment, character development
Key Takeaways
· Empowering and equipping team members is crucial for effective leadership.
· Clarity in vision and goals is essential for guiding the institution.
· Faith influences decision-making and interactions with others.
· Friends University focuses on respect, inclusion, service, and excellence.
· Strategies to increase enrollment include adding market-demand programs and improving retention rates.
· Building relationships and fundraising are important for the institution's success.
· The vision for Friends University is to be the preferred Christian university in the region.
· Recruiting international students and expanding programs are exciting opportunities.
· Improving facilities, building the endowment, and focusing on character development are part of President Carey's legacy goals.
Sound Bites
· "Empowering people is important to me"
· "I see myself as a cheerleader"
· "We've faced challenges before and we can do it again"
Chapters
00:00 Influential Individuals and the Leadership Journey
05:41 Empowerment, Vision Casting, and Clarity in Leadership
09:10 The Role of Faith in Decision-Making and University Culture
10:45 Unique Culture and Governance of Friends University
13:51 Strategies for Managing Enrollment and Adding New Programs
24:25 Clarifying the Institution's Identity
27:30 Opportunities for the Future: Preferred Christian University and International Students
28:42 Expanding International Student Population
31:44 Applying Research on Turnaround Schools
41:34 Building Relationships and Fundraising
46:51 Strengthening Physical Infrastructure and Endowment
49:50 Fostering Resilience in Students
51:31 The Value of Longevity in the Presidency
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In this episode, we delve into the journey of an exceptional higher education leader: Dr. Amy Bragg Carey, President of Kansas-based Friends University, whose leadership is characterized by vision, resilience, and faith-driven decision-making. Dr. Carey has navigated Friends University through a transformative journey, guiding it from a turnaround situation to a thriving institution. Her empowering leadership style, rooted in her deep faith and commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive environment, has made a significant impact on the university's growth and success.
Dr. Carey shares insights into her leadership philosophy, the influence of her early mentors, and the innovative strategies she has employed to drive enrollment and build a strong community. We'll explore how her background in advancement and marketing, combined with her dedication to the university's Quaker heritage, has shaped her approach to leading with clarity and purpose.
Join us as we uncover the story of Dr. Amy Bragg Carey’s empowering leadership at Friends University, and gain valuable lessons on resilience, vision casting, and creating a culture of innovation in higher education.
Keywords: leadership journey, empowerment, vision, faith, Friends University, enrollment management,
fundraising, Quaker institution, international students, facilities, endowment, character development
Key Takeaways
· Empowering and equipping team members is crucial for effective leadership.
· Clarity in vision and goals is essential for guiding the institution.
· Faith influences decision-making and interactions with others.
· Friends University focuses on respect, inclusion, service, and excellence.
· Strategies to increase enrollment include adding market-demand programs and improving retention rates.
· Building relationships and fundraising are important for the institution's success.
· The vision for Friends University is to be the preferred Christian university in the region.
· Recruiting international students and expanding programs are exciting opportunities.
· Improving facilities, building the endowment, and focusing on character development are part of President Carey's legacy goals.
Sound Bites
· "Empowering people is important to me"
· "I see myself as a cheerleader"
· "We've faced challenges before and we can do it again"
Chapters
00:00 Influential Individuals and the Leadership Journey
05:41 Empowerment, Vision Casting, and Clarity in Leadership
09:10 The Role of Faith in Decision-Making and University Culture
10:45 Unique Culture and Governance of Friends University
13:51 Strategies for Managing Enrollment and Adding New Programs
24:25 Clarifying the Institution's Identity
27:30 Opportunities for the Future: Preferred Christian University and International Students
28:42 Expanding International Student Population
31:44 Applying Research on Turnaround Schools
41:34 Building Relationships and Fundraising
46:51 Strengthening Physical Infrastructure and Endowment
49:50 Fostering Resilience in Students
51:31 The Value of Longevity in the Presidency
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chelip/message
54 min