Webinar
Governing for the long haul: A toolkit for institutional sustainability
On-demand webinar presented for CACUBO
Jun 09, 2025 · Authored by Rebekah Martin, Daniel Greenstein, John Runte
In this on-demand webinar, Baker Tilly’s higher education leaders share effective governance strategies to ensure the sustainability of your institution. We explore trends in today’s higher education environment to offer actionable insights into the current state of U.S. institutions. Within the framework of the Path to Sustainability toolkit, we review institutional health indicators and the levers available to impact an institution’s trajectory. Integrating sustainability practices and key measures into the core of your operations is crucial for embracing diverse perspectives and fostering informed decision-making. We discuss identifying essential metrics for board members and management to measure and track progress towards organizational goals.
Key takeaways
After watching this webinar, you will be able to:
- Discuss key trends in higher education and the current state of U.S. institutions
- Review the framework within the Path to Sustainability toolkit
- Identify key metrics to measure and track organizational goals
- Share critical questions for those charged with governance
Presenters and higher education specialists
- Rebekah Martin, CPA, Principal
- Dan Greenstein, Ph.D. Managing Director
- John Runte, Principal, Strategy and Transformation
Baker Tilly can help
Looking to strengthen your institution’s sustainability strategy? Baker Tilly can help you assess institutional health, align governance and implement actionable solutions. Reach out to learn more about how we can support your institution's long-term success.

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