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Video Series for Building Institutional Capacity The Rev. David Rowe, Ph.D., Project Director for the Governance Initiative and…
Explore key topics, resources, and tools that equip boards to address the most pressing issues in governance, leadership, and mission stewardship for theological schools.
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The Guardian
Small can be large
It may seem counterintuitive, but boards can do small things to revitalize and change the culture…
On My Mind
Awash in data
There’s no shortage of information at our fingertips. Interpretation and discernment must be brought to bear.
Soundings
‘Do’s’ for trustees
Veteran nonprofit board member Frank P. Wendt offers four pointed comments and suggestions for building better…
The Star
Present Moment | Preparing for greatness
Relationships are key to stewardship. They also making coming into the room more fun.
The Sign
A prayer for a bountiful harvest
Rod Wilson offers a prayer for fundraisers and the work they do to provide a future…
The Guardian
PowerPoints
How can an executive leader and the chair of a board form a solid relationship?
The Guardian
The shifting sands of regulation
With the federal government issuing new orders, two experts help schools plan a response for their…
The Star
Future Promise
Boards of theological education institutions need to lean into strategy and visioning to navigate an uncertain…
On My Mind
On My Mind
The mobile provides a good analogy for the work of governance and is worth a look…
Feature Articles
What’s the future? And is it all artificial?
Artificial intelligence is found throughout society and now, thanks to things like ChatGPT and Gemini, it’s…
The Guardian
Institutional Mergers
Use this thought and question to help spur a discussion about your board.
The Guardian
Remark(able) | For Board Reflections
The Rev. Tay Moss considers the role of artificial intelligence. What do you think?
Document
Core Essential 4-Balanced Budgets Fundraising Goals
Budget building is a challenging process, especially when finances are tight, and board members should balance…
Annual Report
Top 10 Questions When Merging
Consider these top 10 questions that trustees, presidents, and CFOs should ask each other and themselves…
Other
The Basics of Change Management
Transformation becomes essential when the current vision and operations can no longer sustain an organization’s health.
Guide
4 Steps to Smooth Functioning Shared Governance
Shared governance has long been a part of theological education in North America but is often…
Guide
Storytelling
While financial control often seems like the key to influence, it’s storytelling that holds power. Boards…
Annual Report
Core Essential 6: A short apologetic for Board Self-assessment
Board self-assessment often reveals mixed reactions, with some members valuing its insights whole others dismiss it…
Annual Report
Core Essential 4: The Board’s Role in Fundraising
There are two key components to a board's role in fundraising: Collective governance and individual involvement.
Annual Report
Core Essential 2: Our Board at its best
The leadership of theological schools views their boards as trustworthy, honest, and embodying numerous other positive…
News & Insights
In Trust Monthly Newsletter: August 2025
Deferred maintenance, CBTE's potential, role of boards, and much more.
News & Insights
Board Chair Newsletter: July 2025
Grants to help your advisory or governance board
News & Insights
Strategic Shorts: Large-scale Collaboration and Change of Control
This video explores the formal process of transferring control between institutional boards.
News & Insights
In Trust Monthly Newsletter: June 2025
Collaborations, Shared Services, Shifting Regulatory Environment, and much more.
News & Insights
Board Chair Newsletter: May 2025
In Trust Center President Amy Kardash discusses "What the papal election taught me about governance."
News & Insights
Partnerships that Improve Institutional Sustainability and Quality
Webinar explores considerations for institutions pursuing strategic partnerships.
News & Insights
In Trust Monthly Newsletter: April 2025
The impact if AI on theological education, grant opportunities, rethinking ministry formation, and much more.
News & Insights
Board Chair Newsletter: April 2025
In Trust Center President Amy Kardash discusses "Getting prepared for a leadership transition"
Videos & Webinars
Strategic Shorts: Large-scale Collaboration and the Role of Boards
Focus on the critical role boards play in large-scale collaborations
Videos & Webinars
Large-scale Collaboration and Organizational Readiness
Assessing organizational readiness for change and preparing multiple institutions for intensive cooperation.
Videos & Webinars
Partnerships that improve institutional sustainability and quality
Webinar explores considerations for institutions pursuing strategic partnerships.
Videos & Webinars
Redeeming Conflict One Tough Conversation at a Time
Conflict can either divide or strengthen institutions, offering a framework and practical strategies for constructive dialogue.
Videos & Webinars
Executive Leadership Webinar
ATS research into executive leadership at theological schools is the focus of a free, hour-long webinar,…
Videos & Webinars
I See That Hand
Board members are typically recruited for their leadership, business acumen, and networks. Dr. Rebekah Basinger, project…
Videos & Webinars
Who’s Next? Succession Planning for Boards
Planning for board officers vacancies should start well in advance with an intentional, smooth, and carefully…
Videos & Webinars
Conflict + Crisis: Navigating the Shoals Part 2
Presenter Donna Alexander, President & CEO of Advoxum Global Strategies, offers best practices for navigating conflict…
Podcast
Ep. 89 – Rooted and Ready: Strengthening Theological Schools Amid Regulatory Upheaval
In a time of political shifts and regulatory uncertainty, the Good Governance podcast dives into how…
Podcast
Ep. 79: How leadership can change
A congregational leader and strategist, the Rev. Tod Bolsinger, Ph.D., discusses the need for adaptive leadership…
Podcast
Ep. 75: Future-proofing theological schools?
Rick Staisloff, a consultant with a long history in higher education, explores how theological institutions can…
Podcast
Ep. 71: Governance and the practice of holiness
Can the work of governance – even board meetings – be holy? Award-winning writer and author…
Podcast
Ep. 64 – Why speciality accreditation matters
Dr. Philip Dearborn, president of the Association for Biblical Higher Education in the United States and…
Podcast
Ep. 60 – Longevity, hope, and the future of theological education
The Rev. Dr. David McAllister-Wilson, president of Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, D.C., has been at…
Podcast
Ep. 59: The Leadership Crisis in Theological Education
Dr. David Gyertson has seen a variety of leadership transitions both in his own career and…
Podcast
Ep. 58 Leadership, innovation, and what’s ahead in theological education
In Trust Center President Amy Kardash and the Rev. Dr. Frank Yamada, executive director of the…
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Videos & Webinars
Strategic Shorts: Large-scale Collaboration and the Role of Boards
Focus on the critical role boards play in large-scale collaborations
Videos & Webinars
Strategic Shorts: Large-scale Collaboration and Difficult Personnel Decisions
How theological schools can navigate complex personnel decisions during large-scale collaborations.
Videos & Webinars
Large-scale Collaboration and Change of Control
The formal process of transferring control between institutional boards
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