The Enrollment Management Association's Heads Podcast

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Heads of school are busy - that's why we've created this short form podcast featuring the most important and interesting content just for heads of independent schools!

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  1. EPISODE 2

    Building Community and Sustainability in Independent Schools [S2:E2]

    Join Heads of School Anne-Marie Kee (Lakefield College School, ON), Suzanne Walker Buck (Western Reserve Academy, OH), and Fran Ryan (Broadwater Academy, VA) in a compelling conversation with Heather Hoerle, a visionary leader in independent school education. Over her 13 years with the Enrollment Management Association (EMA), Heather has transformed the organization's infrastructure, assessments, and services, fostering a modern approach to enrollment and engagement. Prior to EMA, Heather brought her expertise to the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS), where she spent 23 years in influential roles. Tune in as Heather delves into topics like financial sustainability, the impact of storytelling, the role of community in school leadership, and her current reading list.

    34 min

  2. EPISODE 3

    Leading Through Change: Insights on School Leadership, Community, and Purpose [S2:E3]

    In this episode, Anne-Marie Kee (Lakefield College School, ON), Suzanne Walker Buck (Western Reserve Academy, OH), and Fran Ryan (Broadwater Academy, VA) interview Bud Patel, former Head of School at Brentwood College School (BC), as he reflects on his 12-year tenure and approach to leadership. Bud shares his guiding "Brentwood Eight" principles, emphasizing stability, resilience, and humility in leading a school community. He discusses navigating COVID-19 challenges, fostering a strong team, and planning his "pretirement." This insightful conversation offers practical advice for aspiring school leaders and emphasizes the value of dedication and balance in educational leadership.

    44 min

  3. EPISODE 4

    Live at AC24: Reflections on Leadership Development [S2.E4]

    Join Heads of School Anne-Marie Kee (Lakefield College School, ON), Suzanne Walker Buck (Western Reserve Academy, OH), and Fran Ryan (Broadwater Academy, VA) for a live podcast recording with special ​guest, Tom Olverson. In ten years as a consultant​ for RG 175, Tom has completed 31 searches and mentored over 15 heads of school. He is the author of Leading Through Strategy, a book that applies the principles of business strategy to independent schools to help them thrive. Before joining RG 175 Tom served as head of school for 27 years at two different schools. Join this lively and fun discussion as Tom reflects on his career and shares his wisdom about leadership development.

    48 min

  4. EPISODE 5

    Coaching, Culture, and Leadership: A Conversation with Geno Auriemma [S2.E5]

    In this episode, we sit down with legendary University of Connecticut (UConn) Women's Basketball Head Coach Geno Auriemma to explore the parallels between leadership in athletics and education. He shares insights on building a lasting culture and navigating the evolving landscape of student retention. We also discuss the challenges of leadership and what school leaders can learn from coaching at the highest level. Auriemma's wisdom offers invaluable lessons on longevity, growth, and success.

    48 min
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