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When leadership fits the mission, institutions don’t miss a step.

We’re proud of the partnership with Wartburg Theological Seminary and the impact of placing Kimberly A. Marshall, CFE, as Interim Vice President for Finance, Operations, and Human Resources.

As Wartburg’s President, Rev. Kristin Johnston Largen, Ph.D. shared, they needed a leader with the experience and vision to embrace Wartburg’s mission quickly and move key projects forward collaboratively. The Registry is honored to have helped match the right leadership to the moment, readying the institution for its next phase of strategic work.

For Kimberly, too, it’s been more than a transition, but an opportunity to serve a community that cares deeply for its students, faculty, and staff, all while supporting Wartburg’s next chapter.

Congratulations to both, and the Wartburg community. We can’t wait to see what comes next in Wartburg’s bright future!

Senior Consultant James Martin, PhD, offers a sharp and timely perspective in his latest HigherEdJobs article on how the role of interim leaders in higher education is rapidly evolving.

Dr. Martin makes a compelling point: interim leadership is no longer viewed as a temporary placeholder, but as a strategic partnership that helps institutions maintain momentum, navigate complexity, and move important work forward during times of transition.

He highlights how today’s interim leaders often:
• Provide stability and continuity at pivotal moments.
• Offer experienced, outside perspective that can accelerate progress.
• Support strategic initiatives while permanent searches are underway.

It’s a perspective we see play out every day across campuses nationwide. Interim leadership, when thoughtfully deployed, can be a powerful asset for institutions managing change while keeping their mission at the forefront.

Read James’ full article here: https://www.higheredjobs.com/Articles/articleDisplay.cfm?ID=4541