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Overview

This one-day event is designed to convene leaders and innovators from across the state to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities in higher education information technology. As institutions continue to navigate the complexities of digital transformation, cybersecurity, online learning, and data management, this summit offers a place for collaboration, learning, and strategic planning.

The Higher Education IT Leadership Summit is more than just an event; it's a strategic gathering of minds dedicated to shaping the future of technology in academia. The summit looks to help support change, inspire innovation, and equip participants with the knowledge and connections needed to lead their institutions through the IT challenges and opportunities currently in front of them and ahead of them.

Objectives:

  • Foster Collaboration: Create a forum for IT leaders to meet in-person locally and share insights, strategies, and best practices for overcoming common challenges and leveraging opportunities within the higher education sector.
  • Highlight Innovation: Showcase best practices and experiences in using technology to address new approaches to teaching, learning, and administrative operations.
  • Enhance Leadership Skills: Learn from colleagues and peers on how to develop leadership capabilities to advance careers and effectively guide IT departments and institutions.
  • Address Key Challenges: Address topics such as AI, system modernizations, cybersecurity threats, privacy regulations, cloud and infrastructure scalability, and the integration of new technologies, budget challenges, and more.
  • Explore Future Trends and Opportunities: Examine the future landscape of higher education technology, including the challenges ahead, what needs focus and attention, and the potential impact on the IT’s mission and workforce.

Who Should Attend:

  • CIOs, IT directors, technology and system managers, and other IT leaders in higher education. Also, those who are spearheading digital transformation initiatives, managing IT infrastructure, or developing innovative learning technologies. Titles include CIOs and CTOs, Deputy CIO and CTOs, CISOs and deputy CISOs, IT directors, and managers, Future IT leaders, Functional IT leaders and managers.

Why Attend:

  • Local and Sized Right: Free to attend if you work in higher education. The Summit is designed to be small and more collaborative with up to 50 invited attendees. The local venue eliminates long and costly travel outside the state.
  • Expert Panels: Engage with thought leaders and experts in discussions on the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in higher education IT.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers from various institutions and industry, share experiences, and build partnerships that extend beyond the summit.

A message from our Keynote Speaker

Wednesday, November 13

8:00 am Pacific

Registration and Light Breakfast

9:00 am Pacific

Welcome and Introductions

9:05 am Pacific

Keynote

An insightful presentation on trends, challenges, and opportunities in using technology within higher education.

10:00 am Pacific

Break

10:20 am Pacific

Higher Education Session Panel #1

11:10 am Pacific

Higher Education Session Panel #2

12:00 pm Pacific

Morning Wrap-up

12:05 pm Pacific

Lunch

1:00 pm Pacific

Higher Education Session Panel #3

1:50 pm Pacific

Industry Tech Talk

An in-depth conversation with technology industry leaders on technology roadmaps, opportunities, national trends that will impact/influence higher education.

2:45 pm Pacific

Break

3:00 pm Pacific

Around the Room Conversation: What else needs to be on the IT Priority List?

In this transformative and fast-paced era of higher education technology, the IT priority list is continually evolving. From cybersecurity to infrastructure upgrades, institutions are juggling a myriad of critical projects. But what else deserves a spot on this ever-growing list? In this rapid-fire group conversation, we will identify what requires more time, conversation, focus, and leadership within IT organizations, as well as the critical roles that are essential for the success of these important initiatives.

3:30 pm Pacific

Closing Thoughts and Wrap Up

Conference times, agenda, and speakers are subject to change.

Greater Tacoma Convention Center

1500 Commerce Street
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 830-6601

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Made Possible by Our Corporate Sponsors

Registration Information / Contact Us

Event Date: November 13, 2024

Open to Public Sector only.

Registration - Free

If you represent a Private Sector organization and are interested in Sponsorship Opportunities, please contact Heather Earney.

Contact Information

For registration and general assistance contact:

Sherri Tidwell
Center for Digital Education
Phone: (916) 932-1382
E-mail: stidwell@erepublic.com

Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, contact:

Heather Earney
Center for Digital Education
Phone: (916) 932-1339
E-mail: heather.earney@erepublic.com

Venue

Greater Tacoma Convention Center

1500 Commerce Street
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 830-6601