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The college presidency isn’t what it used to be. Presidents are under increasingly intense scrutiny for things they do and say nearly every day, and yet there are and will continue to be many great leaders who aspire to the role. Being a college president is still special, and impactful. More than ever, it is critical for each higher education institution to identify the right president for its needs, and to support this individual in the transition into their new role to increase the likelihood of immediate and long-term success. That’s what this resource from WittKieffer is for: https://lnkd.in/er37_QDi In the articles, we explore some of the most challenging and compelling topics related to the presidential search and transition, and provide clear-headed, actionable advice for search committees and boards of trustees to follow. The presidency isn’t what it used to be, to be sure. But never has “getting it right” been more essential. Access the PDF version: https://lnkd.in/e8FSbvdE #collegepresidents #higheredleadership

The CDMO landscape in the life sciences has shifted dramatically in just the past few years, with the competencies required to lead these organizations evolving to align with changing strategic priorities. In this conversation with World Pharma Today, Morten Nielsen and Mindy Steiger share insights on the strategic agenda of CDMOs, the competencies required for successful CDMO leadership, and talent-related advice for CDMO boards, CEOs, and executive leadership teams. See, also, their recent report on the shifting CDMO leadership landscape: https://lnkd.in/eeM8nrt3 #CDMO #lifesciences #impactfulleadership

We're proud to be a sponsor of CHIME and to have Hillary Ross, Nicholas Giannas, and Zachary Durst attend its annual Fall CIO Forum once again. The Fall Forum is a great opportunity to reconnect with leading healthcare CIOs and keep tabs on their latest challenges and ideas. Zach led an engaging focus group dedicated to exploring the relationship between CIOs and CISOs. Learn more about the event: https://lnkd.in/gt7dC6qd #healthIT #CHIME24 #impactfulleadership

We're pleased to welcome Charlotte Harris as a Senior Associate in our Healthcare Practice. Charlotte brings a wealth of experience in executive recruiting across healthcare, academic medicine, higher education, and the nonprofit sector. She combines a commitment to excellence in all she does with a passion for identifying exceptional leaders for organizations transforming society and enhancing the quality of life. Welcome to WittKieffer, Charlotte! https://lnkd.in/eQdV9t-F #executivesearch #impactfulleadership

Leadership in academic medicine today requires deepening one's skill set, write Valerie Weber MD, MS, FACP and Christy Pearson, Ph.D. "What are often called 'soft skills' (e.g., the ability to connect, resonate, and communicate with a wide array of colleagues, navigate conflict, or effectively manage one’s own emotions in a highly stressful role) are more critical at the top levels of leadership than ever before." Referencing the work of leadership expert Sylvia Ann Hewlett, they maintain that today's leaders are expected to display inclusiveness, respect, and authenticity, and to "listen more than they speak." Read their article here: https://lnkd.in/ecSYdxbm #academicmedicine #leadership

We're pleased to have Vineeth (Vinny) Gossain and Kerry Quealy present at the annual symposium of the Michigan Women's Surgical Collaborative. They'll share insights with attendees on how women surgeons can advance into leadership roles of increasing responsibility and impact. Learn more about this great organization! https://lnkd.in/ewR3brJ5 #womenleaders #surgeons #impactfulleadership

Chief Information Officers (CIOs) are pivotal to an organization’s future. They are tasked with championing innovative technologies, enabling change, protecting critical data, and minimizing organizational risk. To explore the role, scope, and compensation of these technology and digital leaders, WittKieffer conducted a comprehensive survey of industry Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and other IT leaders.    Our findings highlight the importance of succession planning, talent development, and the need for more flexibility and agility when accessing technology leadership talent. Read the report: https://lnkd.in/eqFYTpjN   Among the key takeaways:      Strategic elevation: 8 in 10 CIOs now serve on their organization’s executive leadership team. Increasing competition for experienced CIOs: Over 50% of current CIOs assumed their roles in the past three years, and nearly half appointed in this time period earn more than $500,000. Work location flexibility: Nearly half (44%) of CIOs only go onsite a few days each week. Investment in internal IT workforce: More than two-thirds of CIOs plan to either expand or maintain their current staff levels. AI imperative: 1 in 3 (29%) CIOs said that AI adoption is a top priority for their IT organization this year.     #healthcareCIO #CIOs #healthIT 

We are thrilled to welcome Fayth Hoecker as a new member of our Academic Medicine and Healthcare practices. Fayth’s experience includes tenure as a recruiter with two leading academic medical centers, with particular expertise in physician and physician leader recruitment. She is based in Ohio. Welcome to a great team, Fayth! #impactfulleadership #executivesearch

Being a college president is still special, and impactful. More than ever, it is critical for each higher education institution to identify the right president for its needs, and to support this individual in the transition into their new role to increase the likelihood of immediate and long-term success. That’s what this resource, our Guide to Higher Education Presidential Transition, is for: https://lnkd.in/er37_QDi Our top consultants explore some of the most challenging and compelling topics related to the presidential search and transition, and provide clear-headed, actionable advice for search committees and boards of trustees to follow. There are many ways to find the “right” leader for a given time at a given institution. The following offerings provide essential context for institutions as they move forward in selecting and supporting their next campus leaders. Talent Insights: The Path to the College Presidency What Do You Really Need in Your Next President? 7 (More) Qualities to Look for in a College President The Board’s Role in a Presidential Search Open, Closed, or Hybrid? Thinking Through Confidentiality in Presidential Searches The Best Search Committees How Search Committees Can Benefit from Intellectual Humility How to Manage the First-Round Executive Interview Negotiating the President’s Contract Orchestrating a Successful Presidential Transition #collegepresidents #executivesearch #highered

We're pleased to welcome Jazmine Morales as a Talent Delivery Associate in our Interim Leadership Solution, focused on Life Sciences and Investor-Backed Healthcare. Jazmine brings strong delivery and operations experience in on-demand solutions, primarily within the biotech and life sciences fields. Welcome, Jazmine! Read more on our Interim Leadership capabilities: https://lnkd.in/eheWnmYF #interimleaders