College presidential transitions are inevitable. A successful transition, as measured by: (1) an effective and orderly transfer of executive authority and influence between the outgoing and incoming chief executives, along with; (2) the continued advancement of the college, can never be guaranteed. Conceiving, developing, and managing a deliberate and detailed strategy for changing presidents--which necessarily and concurrently encourages engagement and collaboration between the board and senior leadership team--in most instances can mitigate disruptions and pave the way for the new chief executive to become quickly acclimated and informed relative to his or her new role and responsibilities, the college's existing culture and challenges, and the direction it should be heading. As such, the absence of comprehensive succession and transition planning is problematic and puts the institution's immediate future and health at avoidable risks, particularly when unforeseen events or emergencies arise in which leadership continuity is disrupted. Essentially, "effective" and "impactful" leadership transitions are considerably more involved and intricate than merely swapping or replacing one executive with another. This monograph provides insights and recommendations for boards to consider as they plan for the many tasks associated with their responsibilities and the intertwined tasks associated with effective presidential changeover. In addition, it clarifies the roles and tasks of the board in overseeing and implementing an orderly, effective, and transformational presidential change.