You’ve mastered the travel season and the interview—now what? If you see admissions as your long-term career, it’s time to prepare for the leap into leadership. In this session, a first-year Director and an experienced enrollment leader (Assistant Head of School) pull back the curtain on the first year of directorship. We’ll discuss the surprises, the challenges, and the wins that define the role. You will walk away with a structured roadmap for management and execution, plus a collection of "from-the-trenches" tips to help you thrive in a new leadership position.