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Kevin Harrington co-founded Rize Education in 2019.

Dr. Kathie Fleck is the Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Ivy Tech CC.

Brian Emerson has over 20 years of experience in higher education.

Dr. Kristen Renn is a Professor of Higher, Adult, & Lifelong Education (HALE) and Mildred B. Erickson Distinguished Chair emerita at Michigan State University.

Alixandra Nozzolillo has over twenty years of experience in communications, marketing, and research.

Mark C. Crowley is the author of Lead From The Heart: Transformational Leadership.

Chad Mezera is the Assistant Dean of Online Programs for the College of Creative Arts and Media.

Dr. MJ Knoll-Finn is Senior Vice President for Global Enrollment Management and Student Success.

Kelly brings over 15 years of experience in the higher education industry.

Jennifer Mayo is the Director of Admissions and Records at Wayne Community College.

Burris has a significant background in the South Carolina Technical College System.

John Munsell is an established figure in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry.

Shawn Boom currently serves as the CEO of Labster.

Pasquale is a firm believer in leading by example and cultivating a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Brianna Blackburn is the assistant director of social media strategy at Bowling Green State University.

Erin Ward is a seasoned Client Experience and Marketing Professional.

Chloe Calvert is the Social Media Coordinator at the University of Georgia.

Dan Currell served as Deputy Under Secretary and Senior Advisor in the U.S. Department of Education from 2018 to 2021.

Dr. Jules White is a Senior Advisor to the Chancellor.

Tara is the Executive Director of The Tech Talent Partnership.

Jessica Creech is currently the Web Content Marketing Specialist at Purdue University Northwest.

Dr. Gaëtane Jean-Marie is Dean of the College of Education and Professor of Educational Leadership at Rowan University.

Over the past 13 years, Conrad Davis has served in the industry of human resources.

Heather Daniels is the Executive Director of Admissions at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado.

Nicole Baldassarre is the Strategic Activator at Beyond Academics.

Grant Heston is vice president for Enterprise Marketing and Communications for Virginia Commonwealth University and VCU Health.

Allison’s interest in sales began in her teens while working in retail.

Fatema Dalal is the Director of Admissions for the School of Engineering at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art in New York City.

Melanie creates intuitive and engaging digital experiences for students, faculty, and staff.

Derek Faasse is currently the Director of Undergraduate Admission at Capital University.

Sarah Gilbert is the Founder and CEO of GradLabs.

Lesley Regalado has always been a “connector” and “matchmaker.”

Paul Roetzer is founder and CEO of Marketing AI Institute and SmarterX.

Erin is a principal instructional designer with CareerCatalyst.

Nathan is a co-founder at Prospectus Plus and SMILE.

Grant De Roo is the Founder and Principal of ADV Market Research & Consulting.

Eve Markman is the Assistant Vice President for Brand Management and Operations at the Community College of Philadelphia (CCP).

Tina Miller is the Executive Director of Creative and Communications at Arizona State University’s Enterprise Technology (IT division).

Sara Custer is the Editor-in-Chief of Inside Higher Ed.

Anthony has worked at various agencies over the years focused on growing businesses, building teams, and helping create impactful brand experiences.

Cameron MacNiven is co-founder of Dunroe, a software firm providing social media analytics.

Luis Caloca grew up in the agricultural heart of Treasure Valley, where he worked in the fields before pursuing higher education at Boise State University.

Eloy Ortiz Oakley is an experienced and nationally recognized higher education leader and a champion for equity in higher education.

Gerod Harder is the Associate Director of Social Media at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio.

Jessica Pontarelli is a leader in higher ed communications.

Margaret Hair is the director of marketing and communications at the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare.

Andy Shearouse is the assistant director of Augustana College's entrepreneurial center (better known as EDGE).

Lisa Nguyen is a veteran web marketing professional with a proven track record in online user experience.

Dr. Ariana Balayan is the Director of Enrollment and Marketing for the Tufts University School of Medicine Graduate Programs.

Dr. Amanda Ostreko is the Assistant Vice Provost and Director of Graduate Enrollment Management at the University of Kansas.

Angela Virtu is a Professorial Lecturer in the IT & Analytics department at American University’s Kogod School of Business.

David Marchick serves as Dean of the Kogod School of Business at American University.

Paul LeBlanc, spent two-decades as president of Southern New Hampshire University.

Beth Carron is the Director of Higher Education Services and a partner at iFactory.

Leah Schoolcraft is a results-driven digital strategist with a proven track record in content strategy, website management, and marketing communications.

Shuchita is the communications coordinator for the University of Iowa's Office of Admissions.

A teacher-turned-writer, Julie spent 15 years teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).

Dr. Jennifer Sparrow, Chief Academic Officer at City University of New York School of Professional Studies, holds a BA in communications and an MA in English from Michigan State University.

Cherron Hoppes is a seasoned higher education professional specializing in academic administration.

Dr. Charlie Nelms, a native of the Arkansas Delta, has devoted his life to equalizing opportunities for disenfranchised peoples.

Maya Wesby is the Social Media Manager for the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

Brian began his career as an admission counselor in 2007.

Dr. Mahlberg, with 20+ years in higher education, is a dedicated leader focused on student success.

Nick Ladany, Ph.D., is the President of San Francisco Bay University (SFBU).

Dr. Heather Herrera is a seasoned higher education leader with a strong background in academic affairs.

Melody Ferguson has worked 23 years in Higher Education at 3 very different universities.

Dr. Richard Yao has served as President of California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) since January 2021.

Kim heads institutional marketing at 160over90, helping clients raise awareness and funds for their missions.

Trent Gilbert understands the challenges and pressures modern-day enrollment managers face at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Michael Horn is the co-founder of and a distinguished fellow at the Clayton Christensen Institute for Disruptive Innovation.

Kaylan Gaines is a higher education professional with over a decade of experience.

Kristin Nichols is a higher education marketing professional with a wealth of experience spanning over twenty years.

Dr. Colin Potts joined Missouri Science & Technology University on June 1, 2021.

Ryan Hogan is the Vice President for Enrollment Management, Marketing, and Communication for Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (ABAC).

Dr. Vincent J. Del Casino Jr. is SJSU’s provost and senior vice president for Academic Affairs.

Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson serves as the 31st president of San José State University.

Dr. Meghan Grace is a passionate researcher, consultant, and speaker.

Jessica Frazier is the Assistant Director of Digital Media at the University of Notre Dame Enrollment Division for Strategy and Engagement.

Janet Reeves-Wilson is a professionally trained coach who works with executives, managers, and their direct reports to develop their leadership skills.

Reece is a rising high school junior who has spent this summer visiting many colleges and universities.

Dr. Amanda Smith leads Risepoint’s Academic Services and Product team that enables the delivery of partner universities’ high-quality online degree programs.

Joe Picini has over a decade of experience in higher ed marketing and enrollment strategy.

Phil Hill has been a market analyst and consultant in EdTech for over two decades.

Kate Meyers Emery, Ph.D is the senior digital communications manager at Candid.

Dr. Bil Leipold serves as the Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Services and Experience at Rutgers University-Newark.

Kathy Taylor has had the pleasure of working at Wake Technical Community College for the past 19 years.

Dr. Coreen (Corey) Cockerill was named the 20th President of Wilmington College in March of 2024.

Lucie Lapovsky, principal of Lapovsky Consulting, is an economist who consults, writes and speaks widely on issues related to higher education finance, pricing, strategy, governance, and enrollment management.

Kaitlin Dumont’s expertise lies at the intersection of higher education and workforce learning.

Meaghan Milliorn has worked at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock for 15 years.

Dr. Kimberly Gordon-Achebe is a visionary leader, acclaimed psychiatrist, and passionate advocate for health equity and social justice.

Dr. Alyssa Orlando currently works as the Director of Graduate Admission at Clark University.

W. Kent Barnds, Executive Vice President for Strategy & Innovation at Augustana College.

Katy Oliveira is a creative and strategic senior content marketer with experience producing resonant content experiences in multiple media formats.

Mark Schaefer is a globally-recognized keynote speaker, futurist, business consultant, and author.

Bertita Barrientos, originally from El Salvador, found a career in higher education after moving to Arkansas to attend college in 2013.