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This episode explores how institutions are balancing innovation, governance, trust, privacy, and digital literacy while preparing learners for an AI-enabled future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode explores how effective technology leadership often grows from unexpected experiences rather than planned career paths. Through stories of growth, change, and self-discovery, the conversation highlights the importance of curiosity, relationships, and people-centered leadership in helping young leaders navigate complexity and create meaningful impact. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This conversation examines how higher education leadership is adapting to artificial intelligence, emphasizing the need to balance risk and experimentation while preparing institutions and students for rapid technological change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When is it time to change careers—and when should you stay? This episode explores how to recognize key signals, balance personal priorities, and navigate what comes next with purpose and impact. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New ADA Title II accessibility rules are pushing colleges and universities to rethink access, vendor accountability, and campus culture. This conversation offers practical guidance for reducing compliance risk while creating usable, welcoming systems for all stakeholders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Higher education leadership development is about intentionally cultivating people, not simply filling vacancies. By investing in mentorship, trust-building, and reflective engagement with younger generations, institutions can build the capacity needed to thrive over time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How should CIOs prepare their institutions and future leaders for rapid technological, cultural, and organizational change? This episode explores succession planning, leadership development, and evolving campus systems that are reshaping how higher education IT organizations build continuity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Higher education faces a workforce crisis driven by converging forces: retirements, role changes driven by artificial intelligence, and shifting employee expectations. This discussion brings together insights from workforce data and executive search experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Jack and Cynthia welcome campus technology leaders from Canada. They discuss how Canadian institutions are navigating challenges around aligning data, AI, and cybersecurity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Smaller institutions are finding creative, values-driven ways to explore artificial intelligence tools. This conversation unpacks how grassroots experimentation can guide responsible innovation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Higher education has deeply ingrained structures that make institutional change difficult. But student success demands a shift in strategic approach. In this conversation, we discuss the historical roots of faculty governance and the need for a reoriented, modernized student-centered model. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Higher education leadership can gain valuable insights from outside the academy. This conversation explores how experiences in higher education and the private sector shape strategic thinking and offers a healthy perspective on the challenges leaders face. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode explores how higher education technology professionals can craft an authentic presence that aligns with their values, career goals, and expertise. We discuss the relationship between personal brand and reputation, the value of networking, and strategies for increasing visibility. Resources for building your own personal brand: From Basic to Brand: How to Build and Use a Purposeful LinkedIn Profile (EDUCAUSE)Creating a Purpose-Driven Personal Brand (Berkeley Executive Education Programs)Start with Storytelling: A Masterclass (EDUCAUSE)How To Build a Personal Brand: 10 Tips (Northeastern University Graduate Programs)How to Build Your Personal Brand at Work (Harvard Business Review)Creating a Purpose-Driven Personal Brand (Berkeley Executive Education Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode explores the Next Leaders Fellowship and its role in creating community and fostering leadership development for higher education technology professionals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss improving collaboration between higher education and corporate partners by addressing issues like unsolicited vendor emails, streamlining procurement processes, and fostering trust through strategic engagement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.