The work of presidents in higher education has become more complex and demanding, and governing boards are being asked to work with presidents to make both the president and the institution more productive, effective, and accountable. Is the future of your institution at the center of your presidential assessment process? Join presenter Larry Braskamp as he shares his cooperative approach to assessment and outlines nine critical activities to include in the presidential development process. A copy of Sitting Beside: Developmental Assessment of Presidents of Academic Institutions, a Guide is available at http://www.sitbeside.org.