SPARC National Conference 2024

The great Warren Buffett once said, "It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you'll do things differently." Safety incidents, scandals, and negative publicity undermine the mission and value-driven work that builds an institution's reputation and prestige. Risk management and compliance might not be glamorous terms, but they are critical to brand and reputation protection. Prevention is the goal, but when problems arise, managing the situation effectively is crucial to protecting the school's brand and maintaining trust with parents, students, and the community. We will provide unique insight and experience with risk management, the importance of compliance, and how to communicate when things go wrong.