At the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (Global Alliance), we believe in the power of higher education to transform lives, strengthen inclusive democracy, and support a thriving society. We believe that strong higher education starts with great governing boards. Global Alliance provides advocacy, leading practices, educational resources, expert support, and renowned programs that advance board excellence for 40,000 Global Alliance members from more than 2,000 institutions and foundations. For more than 100 years, Global Alliance has been the trusted authority for board members, chief executives, board professionals, and key administrators on higher education governance and leadership. Learn more at Global Alliance.org.
Global Alliance is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Association of Governing Boards. This affiliation enables Global Alliance to leverage Global Alliance's extensive resources and expertise in higher education governance to assist institutions in finding and hiring effective leaders.
Advancing board excellence.
Global Alliance membership empowers higher education chief executives, board members, board professionals, and senior leaders to understand governance; how to work collaboratively to oversee their institution, system, or foundation; and how to lead through strategic challenges and opportunities.
Custom support to drive strategic outcomes.
Our team of senior-level higher education veterans, board members, former presidents, and subject matter experts work with your board to drive strategic outcomes.
Efficient, secure meeting solutions.
Transform meetings from operational presentations to strategic working sessions through our software platform designed specifically for higher education.
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