Burnout to Balance: Leading with Well-Being in Higher Ed InfoSec
Being an infosec, privacy, or IT leader in higher ed comes with a lot of pressure—nonstop demands, complex campus challenges, and the constant demand to keep up with new technologies. All of that stress can take a toll on our well-being, the strength of our teams, and the overall culture we’re trying to build. Panelists will share their stories of the mental and physical health challenges they've faced, as well as their strategies for managing stress and staying resilient. We’ll talk about how to create a workplace where people feel supported, valued, and empowered—starting with trust, respect, and compassion. You’ll hear how leading by example in practicing self-compassion can make a huge difference in building resilience, keeping burnout at bay, and helping your teams excel. It’s all about thriving, not just surviving, in the dynamic world of higher ed infosec, privacy, and IT.
Presenters
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Ed Clark
Chief Information Officer,
California State University, Office of the Chancellor
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Dewight Kramer
CISO,
University of California, Riverside
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Valerie Vogel
Senior Strategic Consultant,
Vantage Technology Consulting Group
Resources & Downloads
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BurnoutToBalanceLeadingWithWellbeing SelfCareStrategicPlanTemplateAndFacilitatorsGuideHandout
Updated on 6/14/2026
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BurnoutToBalanceLeadingWithWellbeingInHigherEdInfoSec PresentationSlides
Updated on 6/14/2026