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Courageous Change: What This Moment Demands of Cultural Institutions and Their Leaders
Children's museums, science centers, and cultural institutions have earned their place among the most trusted spaces in our communities. They are also facing pressures that are testing even the strongest among them: declining attendance, tightening budgets, and audiences with expectations at an all-time high. How do these institutions honor what has made them valuable while adapting to a world that's changing faster than ever?
Shelli Herman
4 days ago


CEO Succession During Turbulent Times, Part 1: Rethinking Readiness
The most successful leadership transitions don’t happen by chance—they are the result of clear planning, strong governance, and alignment around mission and impact. In Part One, we focus on two essential practices for CEO succession: starting early and redefining what it means to be “ready” to lead. These strategies help Boards move with confidence, reduce risk, and ensure long-term organizational stability.
Shelli Herman
Oct 21, 2025


Sustainable Leadership: Balancing Fiscal Responsibility and Environmental Impact
As concerns about climate change and social responsibility grow within a changing regulatory landscape, the role of nongovernmental...
Shelli Herman
Mar 26, 2025


Thoughts from Two CEOs on Building a Culture of Care
While implementing comprehensive wellness programs and fostering a culture of self-care and care for each other are straightforward ways to
Shelli Herman
Feb 12, 2025


A Guide to Strategic and Ethical AI Integration
It is hard to think of any recent technological advancement with more promise to revolutionize work than AI, quickly becoming essential...
Shelli Herman
Jan 22, 2025


How Executives Inspire Purpose Driven Workplace Cultures
I have devoted my career to executive search because I understand that people are an organization’s greatest resource and know the power of
Shelli Herman
Feb 7, 2024


Unpacking 'The Power of Credible Expert Leaders' with Four Accomplished Executives
My early fall reading list included "The Power of Credible Expert Leaders" by Dr. Amanda Goodall, which had been recommended to me by a...
Shelli Herman
Oct 26, 2023


The Impact of AI on Executive Search; Is the Technology a Friend or Foe?
With each passing day, it becomes more apparent that artificial intelligence (AI) has the promise to and in some cases is already...
Shelli Herman
May 8, 2023


Good Riddance to Non-Competes: The FTC Proposes a Ban
Earlier this year, I jumped for joy when I read about the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) proposed rule to ban non-competes. Over the...
Shelli Herman
Mar 21, 2023
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