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Podcast: How to Lead a Small but Mighty Team

By Association Adviser staff • August 6, 2024

Christina Lewellen, MBA, CAE, Executive Director of the Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools

In the latest episode of the Association Adviser podcast, host Christine Shaw, CEO and President of Naylor Association Solutions talks with Christina Lewellen, MBA, CAE, Executive Director of the Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools (ATLIS). Christina shares her journey from journalism student to association leader and delves into the fast-growing world of ATLIS, especially post-COVID.

Christina shares her unique leadership style and workplace culture at ATLIS. She highlights innovative practices such as a four-day workweek, which boosts productivity and employee satisfaction, zero internal emails to enhance communication and collaboration, and unlimited PTO, improving team morale and performance.

Christina discusses ATLIS’s role in integrating advanced tools and practices in education. She explains how embracing AI can enhance efficiency, the challenges and successes of launching a new credentialing program, the strategic use of print marketing, and maximizing the role of vendor partnerships.

Listen now to hear how valuing your team and members equally can lead to inspiring results. Christina Lewellen’s story and ATLIS’s initiatives offer practical insights for any organization. Stay connected with our podcast series for more inspiring conversations with association leaders.