Martin Gavin
Team Lead,
Carahsoft Technology Corp.
Advancing Institutional Resilience and Innovation in Higher Education
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | 3:30PM–4:15PM MT
Session Type:
Breakout Session
Delivery Format:
Industry Insights Session
Higher education institutions are navigating a period of significant change driven by enrollment pressures, budget constraints, workforce shortages, cybersecurity risks, evolving student expectations, and the rapid advancement of AI. These challenges also create opportunities to modernize operations, strengthen institutional resilience, and improve outcomes through strategic technology investments and innovative partnerships. Join Carahsoft Education Sales Manager Martin Gavin for a discussion with higher education leaders and industry experts about how colleges and universities are addressing today's most pressing priorities. Panelists will share real-world strategies for building more agile, efficient, and future-ready institutions. Key discussion areas include Institutional Strategy & Transformation; Workforce & Operational Capacity; Data Governance, Security & Readiness; Financial Sustainability & Infrastructure Modernization; and AI & Future Readiness. Attendees will leave with actionable insights into aligning institutional goals with scalable, technology-enabled solutions that drive efficiency, innovation, and long-term success.
