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Independent School Moonshot Podcast

Peter Baron
Independent Schools
Strategic Planning
Board Governance
Education
Artificial Intelligence
Enrollment Management
Fundraising
AI In Education
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Leadership Development
Educational Leadership
Innovation
Leadership
Enrollment Strategies
Community Engagement
Education Sector
Philanthropy
Enrollment
Professional Development
Change Management

Curious about the latest trends and breakthroughs in independent schools reimagining the business model? The Independent School Moonshot Podcast, packed with real-world examples, is just what you need!

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A quick note before you press play. I first shared this conversation back in February. Generational questions come up in so many of my conversations with school leaders that it felt like the right one to bring back. If you missed it the first time, t... more

Professional learning and instructional design drive institutional value, family retention, and long-term sustainability in independent schools.

In this conversation, Dr. Darcie TeVault, founder of Cove and Bead Education and director of professiona... more

Two years after publishing Leading Through Strategy, Tom Olverson of RG175 has spent time thinking through a chapter that isn't in the book, so he's started writing it. He calls it the strategic mindset, and he argues it’s a critical skill for indepe... more

Capital project planning in independent schools often begins with architectural drawings rather than capital structure analytics.

In this conversation, Robert Ryan, Director at First Tryon Advisors, discusses how school leadership teams and boards c... more

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Director, First Tryon Advisors
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Rich Boerner
Founder of TruFit Talent
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Josh Clark
Director of Enrollment Management at TASIS England
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Autumn Graves
Head of School, St. Anne's Belfield
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David Lee
Head of Daycroft School
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Jonathan Strecker
Head of School, Valley School of Ligonier; author of Emergence
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Staci Williams Seeley
Principal at DRG Talent, board governance expert
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Derek Porter
Assistant Head of Middle School at Green Hill School
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Peter Barron
Host of Independent School Moonshot Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Tactical advice for school leaders

    Each of these episodes has helped me think about my work with independent schools, and Peter uses his deep relationships to bring the best out of his guests and challenge our thinking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mattingly Messina
    United States2 years ago
  • Must Listen for Independent Schools

    If you work at an independent school you really need to listen to this podcast. The interviews are a great mix of strategic thinking coupled with practical tactics to help schools think and rethink their business model.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SchneiderB
    United States2 years ago
  • A great show from a highly credible thought leader

    This is a great podcast from one of the most thoughtful and innovative voices in our space. Strongly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hmundahl
    United States2 years ago

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Must Listen for Independent Schools: A mix of strategic thinking and practical tactics for school business models.
A great show from a highly credible thought leader: Thoughtful, innovative, with strong guest lineups.
Tactical advice for school leaders: Each episode helps think through independent school challenges with strong guest perspectives.

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The School Financing Playbook For Heads and Boards
Q: Level set for listeners: what's the difference between going with a private lender versus tapping the capital markets, and when does it make sense to choose one over the other?
Borrowers typically fall along a spectrum where private lenders are more common for mid-sized, less complex deals, while public offerings and ratings come into play for larger or more complex needs; the choice depends on credit quality, project size, and timing considerations.
The School Financing Playbook For Heads and Boards
Q: What gaps are you trying to fill, and who is your primary reader for the report?
We observed a lack of publicly available information to help school leaders, CFOs, and board members understand and compare financing options, so the report aims to fill that gap with clear takeaways and questions to ask partners.
The Future of Independent School Marketing
Q: What marketing levers should heads of school invest in going forward?
Prioritize self-captured video content (with minimal agency involvement for editing), maintain a bank of hero photos, and encourage a school-wide marketing mindset rather than siloed departments.
The Future of Independent School Marketing
Q: How should schools think about authenticity and the tone of their marketing?
Avoid strapping content to look like marketing; instead show genuine experiences, including staff enthusiasm and real classroom moments, so families feel connected and trust the narrative.
The Future of Independent School Marketing
Q: Over that time frame, what's fundamentally changed in terms of how families discover and evaluate schools?
Families now do extensive online research before contact, relying more on social proof and AI-assisted search, which elevates the importance of authentic, visible experiences over traditional brochures.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Independent School Moonshot Podcast

What is Independent School Moonshot Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series centers on independent schools rethinking their business models and governance through practical, real-world examples. Episodes routinely explore topics like anti-fragility and optionality in school design, enrollment marketing, governance best practices, staff wellbeing, and innovative operating models such as fractional services and experience-driven programs. A standout pattern is translating theory into actionable steps—from fragility audits and 30-day action plans to enrollment-first mindsets and portfolio-style finances—aimed at heads of school, boards, and senior administrators. The mix of governance, strategy, and mission-aligned innovation makes it a valuable resource for leaders seeking tangible ways to strengthen scho... more

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2. Rich Boerner
3. Simon Jones
4. Josh Clark
5. Autumn Graves
6. David Lee
7. Jonathan Strecker
8. Staci Williams Seeley

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