NAIS — National Association of Independent Schools
Leading Assistant Institute
This comprehensive institute empowers you to enhance your professional capabilities while building lasting connections with peers who understand the unique challenges and opportunities of supporting leadership in independent school environments.
Details
Dates
Date TBD
Location
Washington, DC
Cost
$950
Subjects
Topics
Program Overview
This comprehensive institute empowers you to enhance your professional capabilities while building lasting connections with peers who understand the unique challenges and opportunities of supporting leadership in independent school environments.
Topics Covered
- Governance and Board Relations Master the intricacies of board support, meeting coordination, and confidential communications that drive institutional effectiveness.
- Independent School Landscape Keep current with emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of independent education.
- AI Integration for Administrative Excellence Discover how artificial intelligence (AI) can streamline your workflow, enhance productivity, and create new possibilities for strategic support.
- Strategic Communication Develop advanced skills in professional correspondence, stakeholder engagement, and diplomatic communication across all organizational levels.
- High-Level Strategic Support Learn to anticipate needs, manage complex projects, and provide executive-level assistance that advances institutional goals.
- Goal Setting and Professional Growth Create an actionable plan for career advancement that aligns personal development with organizational objectives.
2026 Faculty
- Debra P. Wilson President NAIS
- Erica Zematis Special Assistant to the President’s Office NAIS
- Evan Harris President Pathos Consulting Group
- Brenna Foley Research Analyst NAIS
- Shannon Spaeder Senior Communications Strategist NAIS
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