The Education Group Consultant, Andrew Wooden writes about the critical role of board chair succession planning in supporting long-term and successful Heads of School. Drawing on key articles and personal experience, the author argues that a strong, well-matched board chair is essential for a healthy headship and the overall stability of independent schools.

Laura Fuller brings her diverse and broad experience as a classroom teacher, department chair, division administrator, and head of school, in 4 different regions of the country, to her role as consultant for head of school searches and executive coaching.