Practicing Collaboration: The Importance of Internal Collaboration

July 6, 2026
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Dr. Brent Sleasman, president of Winebrenner Theological Seminary, reflects on leading the institution through a significant structural transition, including shifts in organizational language and reporting structures that ultimately created a foundation for deeper collaboration. The conversation also examines how information-sharing, authority, and organizational culture shape collaborative efforts and influence an institution’s capacity to build effective external partnerships.


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