Leadership

CEO Notebook

Boards and Trustees
| Governance

4 Tenets of Agile Governance

An independent school’s board must stay true to the mission above all else, but it must also recognize the realities of the present moment.

5 min read

Leadership
| Membership

Unsung Hero: Nadia Robinson, Mill Springs Academy

Nadia Robinson took on additional administrative duties and ensured smooth operations during a challenging year of staff transitions.

2 min read

Employee Benefits
| Leadership
| Membership

Unsung Hero: Matthew Piechota, Cheshire Academy

Matthew Piechota revamped Cheshire Academy’s business office through new systems and a successful multi-employer plan.

2 min read

CEO Notebook

Culture
| Governance
| Leadership

5 Leadership Rules for Team NBOA

You don’t have to be an Olympian to be inspired by the leader of a gold-medal winning team.

5 min read

Hiring
| Leadership
| Membership

Unsung Hero: Meeta Nosrati, Old Trail School

Meeta Nosrati developed innovative compensation practices that keep Old Trail School competitive in attracting and retaining top talent.

2 min read

Leadership
| Membership

Unsung Hero: Grace Moore, Hammond School

Grace Moore expertly led recovery efforts following a fire at the Hammond School, all while ensuring the school's financial stability.

2 min read

Enrollment
| Leadership
| Membership

Unsung Hero: Christie Holman, The Walker School

Christie Holman has driven The Walker School’s recovery and growth through creative problem-solving and expert budgeting.

2 min read

Facilities
| Leadership
| Membership

Unsung Hero: Nick Hernandez, Marlborough School

Hernandez transformed Marlborough School’s campus and uses financial data to align business goals with the school’s mission.

2 min read

Governance
| Leadership
| Membership

Unsung Hero: Hemant Dutia, The American International School of Muscat

Over his 26-year tenure, Dutia has spearheaded capital development projects and established robust international and local business relationships.

2 min read

Financial Aid
| Leadership

Unsung Hero: April Cerkiewicz, All Saints Episcopal School

Cerkiewicz transformed her school's tuition assistance program, significantly increasing the percentage of families receiving aid.

2 min read

CEO Notebook

Culture
| Leadership
| Professional Development

Workplace Coaching: Go for the Gold

Effective workplace coaching is associated with stronger feelings of accountability among employees – and stronger financial performance.

4 min read

Budget
| Legal
| Membership

Unsung Hero: Iveth Bosmediano, The Sacred Heart School of Montreal

This finance director has excelled in regulatory compliance and advanced her school’s policies and handbooks.

2 min read

Other Duties As Assigned

Change Management
| Diversity and Inclusion
| Leadership

The Cost of Protest

At Dunn School, a proactive approach to discussing events of October 7 and the ensuing war resulted in positive educational outcomes with minimal impact to budget and operations.

5 min read

Voices from the Field

Culture
| Leadership

Family Affairs: Second-Generation Business Officers

Two accounts of being a second-generation business officer.

7 min read

CEO Notebook

Culture
| Leadership

Full Strengths Ahead

Strengths-based team development, as demonstrated by NBOA's recent staff offsite in Nashville, enhances organizational effectiveness and fosters a culture of trust.

4 min read

CEO Notebook

Boards and Trustees
| Diversity and Inclusion
| Leadership

In Their Own Words: Heads and Business Officers Talk Partnership

Role clarity, communication and joint investment in DEI efforts all help bolster the head-business officer partnership.

5 min read

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Culture
| Facilities
| Leadership

A Facility Director’s First 100 Days

Observing campus operations, engaging with staff and collaborating with leadership are crucial steps for new facility directors to develop a successful action plan.

3 min read