Designed specifically with State Council leaders in mind, our closing plenary will offer practical insights on how councils can effectively support presidents and campuses through mergers and acquisitions. As these complex transitions continue to reshape higher education, this conversation will focus on strategy and operations as well as the cultural and community dimensions that ultimately determine whether these efforts succeed. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of this complex topic and ways in which State Council leaders can support and guide their members with clarity, care, and intention.