From Emails to Economic Engines: Brendan Kelly on Reinventing Higher Education Leadership

How do you lead a system with 7 campuses, serve students in urban and rural areas, and align higher ed with workforce needs—all while ensuring faculty and staff are thriving?

In this episode, Brendan Kelly, President of the Arkansas State University System, shares how he’s rethinking leadership in higher ed.

We discuss:

• Why alignment—between industry, state governments, and campuses—is the key to thriving in the 21st century.
• How ASU’s regional campuses are driving talent pipelines in Arkansas.
• Why Brendan is calling for a revolution in faculty roles, upskilling, and institutional communication.

This conversation is a must-listen for higher ed leaders navigating today’s challenges.

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