2025 Spring Higher Education Academic Congress

Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines, CA
March 30th
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2025

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About The Program

The Spring Higher Ed Academic Congress will focus on 35 c-level executives on the academic side of higher education (Provosts, VP of Academic Affairs, CAO’s). These leaders are mainly focused on the conduct of admissions, financial aid for students, and the quality and practices associated with undergraduate, graduate, and professional study at the college/university. Conference sessions will address how academic leaders can improve their institution’s finances, academic programs, support services, and organizational design to drive innovation and help students from all backgrounds succeed.

Topics Of Discussion

Building inclusive learning environments is essential for fostering a sense of belonging and ensuring that all students have equitable access to educational opportunities.

Developing leadership skills in academic staff is vital for fostering a positive learning environment, encouraging innovation, and driving institutional success.

Utilizing AI for personalized learning experiences allows educators to tailor educational content and support to meet individual student needs, preferences, and learning paces. By analyzing data on student performance and engagement, AI can recommend customized resources, adaptive assessments, and targeted interventions, fostering a more effective and engaging learning environment.

Navigating change management in higher education institutions involves effectively guiding stakeholders through transitions by fostering a culture of collaboration, communication, and adaptability. Successful change management strategies focus on engaging faculty, staff, and students in the process, addressing concerns, and leveraging feedback to ensure the successful implementation of new initiatives and policies.

Curriculum design for lifelong learning emphasizes the creation of flexible, accessible, and relevant educational pathways that empower learners to continuously acquire new skills and knowledge throughout their lives.

Guiding higher education institutions in fostering professional development while preventing burnout.

Leveraging data analytics for enrollment management enables higher education institutions to make informed decisions by analyzing patterns and trends in student demographics, preferences, and behaviors. This strategic use of data helps optimize recruitment efforts, improve retention rates, and enhance the overall student experience, ultimately driving institutional growth and success.

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Value of time OOO

86.66% of delegates said this is the best event they’ve attended all year

Past Keynote Speakers

A dynamic roster of keynote speakers drives innovation at our congress events. Discover thought leaders and game-changers whose invaluable insights foster growth and excellence in each of our delegates.

Dr. Cameron McCoy
Provost and Chief Academic Officer,
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology

Past Speakers

Charles Butcher
Chief Educational Technology Officer,
University of Lynchburg
Marcella David
Senior Vice President and Provost,
Columbia College-Chicago, IL
Dr. Jacquelyn Elliott
President,
Central Arizona College, AZ
Dr. Jose Fierro
President/Superintendent,
Cerritos College, CA
Dr. Xuanning Fu
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs,
California State University-Fresno, CA
Ryan Gray
Director of Technology Engagement and Strategy,
Yavapai College
Dr. Robert Pimentel
President,
Fresno City College, CA
Darcy Van Patten
Chief Technology Officer,
University of Arizona

The Schedule

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Event Registration

12:20 pm - 1:20 pm

Opening Keynote

1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Strategy Session/Business Meeting

3:35 pm - 3:15 pm

Afternoon Refreshments and networking

3:15 pm - 5:45 pm

Strategy Session/Business Meeting/Round tables Discussions/Workshops

5:45 pm - 6:45 pm

Free time

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Welcome drinks and Dinner

7:00 am - 8:00 am

Networking Breakfast

8:00 am - 9:00 am

Morning Keynote/Panel Session

9:00 am - 10:30 am

Strategy Session/Business Meeting

10:30 am - 11:00 am

Morning Refreshments and networking

11:00 am - 11:45 am

Strategy Session/Business Meeting

11:45 am - 12:30 pm

Workshop/Roundtable disccussions

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Networking Luncheon

1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Roundtables/Business meetings/Workshops

3:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Afternoon refreshements and netwotking

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Strategy Session/Business Meeting

5:00 pm - 5:45 pm

Closing Day keynote

5:45 pm - 6:45 pm

Free time

6:45 pm - 8:30 pm

Networking Drinks and Dinner

8:00 am - 8:15 am

Morning Refreshments and networking

8:20 am - 9:05 am

Workshop/Roundtable disccussions

9:10 am - 9:55 am

Brunch

10:05 am - 11:05 am

Strategy Session/Business Meeting

11:15 am - 12:00 pm

Closing Keynote

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Our Commitments to You

Maximized Networking Opportunities

Cultivate meaningful relationships with peers and thought leaders via networking opportunities and functions, strategically designed and planned by our team ahead of the event.

A personal, customized itinerary

Participants customize their schedule by selecting from various sessions, tracks and private meetings that align specifically with their business needs and goals.

Exclusive qualified attendance

In order to facilitate the most optimal networking and meeting opportunities, participation is invitation only and strictly limited to Senior Level Administrators & Executives.

return on time and objective

Your time and the objectives you have set are our top priority. We strive to facilitate the right meetings and introductions to ensure your time with us is being justified with real value.

Delegate Testimonials

Eric Klein
Assistant Provost, Doctoral Research, American College of Education (CA)

The RTM 2024 Spring Higher Education CIO and Academics Congress was the best and most engaging event that I have attended in recent years. RTM has greatly impacted my career and growth, and I would highly recommend this event to any academic or technology leader in higher education.

Vincent Del Casino
Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, San José State University (CA)

I enjoyed the meeting and engaging with forward-thinking CIOs, CAOs, and Ed Tech firms. I had a lot of really interesting conversations and appreciated the ability to have one-on-one time as well as group discussions.

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