Michael Talt will be exhibiting at the NYSAIS Business Affairs Conference on Thursday, May 7th at the Mohonk Mountain House in New Paltz, New York. Stop by our exhibit booth to learn more about our professional services with the Education and Not-for-Profit Sector.
Additionally, Robert Cordero, Christina Gray and Michael Trapp will present “Understanding Risk in Independent Schools: What Every Business Officer Needs to Know” during session 4A from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. This session will focus on the critical role tuition revenue plays in the financial health of independent schools.
Rob, Christina and Mike will cover:
- Building a practical understanding of risk and its direct implications for a school’s financial health, operational stability, governance responsibilities and mission alignment.
- Identifying common risk categories facing independent schools, with emphasis on how day-to-day business office decisions can introduce unintended exposure.
- Evaluating the downstream impact of operational and financial decisions through a risk management lens to strengthen institutional resilience.
- Applying structured approaches and tools to identify, assess and prioritize risks across the organization.
- Enhancing communication of risk insights to key stakeholders, including leadership and governance bodies, to support informed decision-making.
Attendees will leave with a practical framework for identifying, prioritizing, and communicating risk to support stronger decision-making and long-term institutional stability.