Director of Auxiliary Programs Sidwell Friends School Washington, District of Columbia
Delve into the principles of entrepreneurship and explore how they can be applied within the unique context of operating independent schools to enhance their competitiveness, sustainability and ability to deliver high-quality education that meets the evolving needs of students and the community. Where are there opportunities in the business side of your school for innovation, risk taking, creativity and new business enterprise? Through discussion, case studies, conceptual models, learn actionable steps and practical strategies to understand and cultivate the entrepreneurial edge in your schools.
Learning Objectives:
Participants will learn about a model for understanding what a strategic/entrepreneurial mindset could look like in a school and why it is important in order to remain relevant and sustainable. Additionally, they will learn how to evaluate where there is an existing entrepreneurial mindset in their schools and how to cultivate it.
