Today, we dive deep into the challenges and opportunities facing small colleges with Charles Kim, who’s been at the forefront of strategic financial advising in higher education.

Charles Kim is a retired strategic and financial advisor who, for more than 30 years, advised leading healthcare systems, academic medical centers, and institutions of higher education nationwide throughout his career. Prior to his retirement, he was a Managing Director at Kaufman Hall, where he launched and led the firm’s Higher Education division. Mr. Kim has presented at various higher education conferences and authored over thirty articles on the higher education industry, topics ranging from strategic planning to financial management and partnerships. He continues to be active in the higher education industry, serving on the boards of Augustana College and Westminster College. Mr. Kim has an M.B.A. in Finance and Accounting and a B.A. in Economics, both from the University of Chicago.