IIM Event: Solving Any Sector Disruption – The Interim Advantage in HE Transformation

IIM is delighted to host this first in a series of events: bringing together cross-sector interims with end-clients.

UK universities, both public and private, face rapid, turbulent changes driven by financial insecurity, shifting political landscapes, intense competition, and necessary, fast-paced adjustments in teaching methods and technology. The sector needs new thinking, new skills to help it navigate and deliver the changes required to thrive in this new VUCA world.

This unique Chatham House-style in-person event in London is to network, connect and actively discuss the challenges and opportunities. This event is free to IIM Members.

Limited numbers enable deep conversations over a ‘state of the nation’ discussion, followed by a glass and nibbles. Topics:

• Strategic transformation
• Income generation
• Financial optimisation
• M&A and joint-venture partnerships
• People strategy & change management
• Brand positioning
• Student & customer experience

The ‘Round Table’ has 3 executive HE clients who will talk about their challenges and seek active dialogue.

Keith Bartlett MA FIoL FRSA

Keith has over 35 years’ experience in higher education and the creative industries. Previously Deputy Principal and PVC at Norwich University of the Arts, he now provides consultancy in strategy, governance, quality, and organisational change. He is a non-executive director, Chair of Board of MetFilm School and board member for Bellmont College.

Professor Diana Beech

Diana is Director of the Finsbury Institute, the public policy hub at City St George’s, University of London and Assistant VP (Policy & Government Affairs). She has held senior roles in HE and government, as Chief Executive of London Higher, Policy Advisor to 3 Universities and Science Ministers and Director of Policy and Advocacy at the Higher Education Policy Institute.

Professor Leigh Robinson

Leigh is Professor of Sport Management and Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education) at the University of Roehampton. She is responsible for working with colleagues across the University to ensure that the University provides an exceptional and coherent learning experience and environment, which helps students achieve their academic potential and prepares them for graduate life.

The discussions will be moderated by

Charlotte Gorse AIIM, MA (RCA)

Charlotte is a senior interim executive leader with a track record of business transformation, turnaround and market expansion in higher education strategy, international business development, and the luxury industries spanning 25 years. She brings commercial corporate strategy, and creative entrepreneurship to contemporary academic leadership, having undertaken ca. 15 years of  consultancy, board membership, and honorary roles across UK & International HE.

Our thanks to our kind event sponsors, West Dean College & Gisma Business School.

This event is free to IIM Members; non-Members are charged £25+VAT – this will be fully refunded via coupon “disruption” should you proceed and join IIM at https://iim.org.uk/ before June 30th.

Travel Information

Nearby tubes: Goodge Street, Euston Square, Tottenham Court Road, Euston, Kings Cross

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