NAIS Leading Assistant Institute
April 23-24, 2026; NAIS Headquarters, Washington, DC (registration has now closed) Elevate your administrative expertise at the premier professional development opportunity designed for executive assistants and assistants to heads in independent schools. Join colleagues from across the United States for two days of skill-building, strategic learning, and meaningful networking. Leading for Influence Strengthen your ability to inspire and mobilize stakeholders across your school community. This tr
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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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