Wednesday, March 12, 2025 | 1:00PM–2:00PM ET | Online

EDUCAUSE Transforming Leadership Webinar Series | Navigating Risk, Accessibility, and Strategic Insights: Part 1

A series designed to equip leaders with tools for communicating effectively with boards, enhancing accessibility, leveraging data, and enhancing information technology strategies. The content for this webinar series was developed by Vantage Technology Consulting Group, an EDUCAUSE Strategic Partner.

The EDUCAUSE Transforming Leadership webinar is one of a four-part series.

Note: Each webinar requires individual registration. Don’t miss out—secure your spot for each webinar.

A collaboration between EDUCAUSE and Vantage Technology Consulting Group 2025 EDUCAUSE Strategic Partner.

How to Talk to Your Board of Trustees About Risk and Information Security

So you've been tapped to update your Board of Trustees on how information security risks are being managed as part of your campus’s broader risk strategy. How do you convey critical information that not only keeps your board engaged, but also helps create buy-in from these institutional decision-makers?

In this practical webinar designed by and for higher education IT and security leaders, you’ll gain actionable steps for conducting successful presentations with your board. Whether you’re preparing for your first board presentation or seeking tips for getting better results at your next presentation, this webinar will equip you with skills for better board engagements. Join us and boost your confidence before you stand up and present at the next board meeting.

Learning outcomes:

  • Optimize your preparation for your audience.
  • Frame your presentation in terms that matter to your board.
  • Make an impact with concise storytelling and high-level metrics.
  • Do pre- and post-work to cultivate relationships and build trust.

Additional Resources

How to Talk to Your Board About Information Security and Risk

Presenters

  • Lanita Collette

    Deputy CIO, The University of Arizona

  • Joanna Grama

    Senior Principal, Vantage Technology Consulting Group

  • Kirk Kelly

    Vice President, Vantage Technology Consulting Group

  • Matt Morton

    Assistant Vice President & Chief Information Security Officer, University of Chicago

Resources & Downloads

  • Recording

    Updated on 3/13/2025

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EDUCAUSE Strategic Partners work closely with EDUCAUSE staff and community members on key areas of higher education and technology to help strengthen collaboration and evolve the higher ed technology market. Learn more about Vantage Technology Consulting Group, 2025 EDUCAUSE Strategic Partner, and how they're partnering with EDUCAUSE to support your evolving technology needs.

Accessibility

EDUCAUSE provides real-time AI captioning for all online events, in the main room and also in breakout rooms. To request any additional accommodations and/or services, please send an email to [email protected] or call (303) 449-4430 for assistance.