Curious about how universities are navigating the fast-changing landscape of higher education?In this episode of The Strategy Gap, Jonathan Morgan and Joe Krause welcome Shawn Daley, the Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer at George Fox University, for a deep dive into the challenges and innovations shaping the future of academia.Discover how higher ed institutions are borrowing strategies from for-profit sectors to stay competitive, hear firsthand how Shawn is revolutionizing student and parent experiences with ideas borrowed from the hospitality and tech industries, and gain insight into the financial hurdles facing smaller schools. If you're looking to understand the next wave of change in higher education, this episode is a must-listen.Here's what you'll learn in the episode:00:00 - George Fox: Overcoming FAFSA Challenges and Growing3:07 - Challenges of University Governance in a Changing Market7:46 - Exploring the Influence of Hospitality in Real Estate and Urban Planning13:10 - Monthly Staff Meetings and Initiative Reviews 17:04 - Facilitating Faculty Collaboration Through Market Research Team Involvement20:00 - The Chaotic Life of an Administrator23:55 - The Future of Technical and Leadership Training26:06 - Challenges of Higher Education Partnerships29:40 - Enhancing Academic Career Success through Broader Sector Understanding