Community Connections: Facilitated Conversations for Young Professionals and Senior Leaders

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 | 2:15PM–3:00PM CT | EDUCAUSE Commons, EDUCAUSE Central Theater
Session Type: Breakout Session
Delivery Format: Presentation/Panel Session
Join us for an opportunity to participate in meaningful dialogue between young professionals and senior leaders on how to advance higher education technology, our teams, and our organizations. You’ll have the chance to connect with other members of the community in structured conversations to build relationships and learn together. Bring your ideas and be ready for a fun and informative dialogue across our community. Learning outcomes: Build human connections across all levels of the organization and gain new perspectives from people in different roles in higher education technology. Sponsored by Ellucian, 2025 EDUCAUSE Mission Partner, and Vantage Technology Consulting Group, 2025 EDUCAUSE Strategic Partner    
    

Presenters

  • Chris Bradney

    Director, Strategic Technology Initiatives, California State University, San Bernardino

  • Shannon Dunn

    Vice President, Vantage Technology Consulting Group

  • Liv Gjestvang

    Vice President & CIO, Denison University

  • Carrie Rachal

    Solutions Specialist, Ellucian

  • Lori Robbins

    Head of AI Strategy, Denison University