What is Leading Forward?

Leading Forward is a three-part virtual event series crafted specifically for owners, campus directors, and senior staff of regulated career colleges. Each immersive 4-5 hour event offers practical, actionable strategies to strengthen institutional performance across critical areas such as admissions, financial aid, and student experience.

Guided by seasoned experts with deep, real-world insight, the series addresses the unique challenges of career education, equipping leaders with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to drive meaningful change on campus and beyond.

Leading Forward is a three-part virtual leadership series crafted specifically for owners, campus directors, and senior staff of regulated career colleges. Each immersive 4-5 hour session offers practical, actionable strategies to strengthen institutional performance across critical areas such as admissions, financial aid, and student experience.

Guided by seasoned experts with deep, real-world insight, the series addresses the unique challenges of career education, equipping leaders with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to drive meaningful change on campus and beyond.

Upcoming Leading Forward Events

Join us on December 11, 2025, for the next Leading Forward event with inspiring sessions on building a dynamic student experience.

Featuring Sessions on

  • Creating and Maintaining a Student-Centric Culture
  • Supporting Students in Mental Health & Wellness
  • Guiding Students through Financial Aid Complexity

Join us on January 22, 2026, for a half-day event focused on elevating your admissions team.

Featuring Sessions on

  • Building a Smarter Recruitment Engine
  • Selecting & Supporting your Admissions Team
  • Driving Effective Performance and Coaching