WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Where Higher Ed Meets The Digital Workforce
At Engage Summit , you’re not attending another conference. You’re stepping into the epicenter of a seismic shift in higher education: the rise of the Digital Workforce. This is where transformation happens. Where bold ideas meet real solutions. Where AI stops being hype and starts driving results.
Join the movement of bold thinkers, innovators, and change agents building the next generation of student experiences. This is your chance to step inside the AI-first future, explore what’s possible with AI agents, and leave ready to lead your institution through the most pivotal transformation in decades.
If you’re ready to build the workforce that higher ed needs next, Engage Summit is the place to be.
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AI Revolution: How Gen AI is Reshaping Work, Society, and Higher Ed
AI is no longer just a tool—it’s becoming a teammate. This keynote explores how the rise of intelligent agents is res...
Powering the AI Workforce for Higher Ed: An Unveiling of Bolt Agents Teams
Rise, shine, and bring your best ideas to the table—literally! Join us for Pancakes & Possibilities, a whimsical morn...
Building Your Digital Workforce - A Deep Dive into Bolt Agents
Bolt Agents are autonomous AI assistants that will transform your campus operations. We’ll open the hood on how these...
Smarter, Faster, Calmer: How AI is Changing Crisis Communications
Whether it’s a campus emergency, policy shift, or enrollment challenge, communication under pressure can make or brea...
Presidents' POV: AI-Powered Resilience for Uncertain Times
Higher education is grappling with enrollment shifts, workforce changes, and digital disruption. In this executive-le...
From Silos to Synergy: Creating a CRM-Powered Campus
Most campuses run on disconnected systems, isolated departments, and fragmented data—making it nearly impossible to...
Redefining Digital Engagement in Higher Ed: Meeting Students Where They Are
Today’s students live in an always-on, hyper-personalized digital world—and they expect the same from your institutio...
The Future Is Ours to Shape
Wrap up your Engage 2025 experience with an inspiring and forward-looking Closing Keynote led by Ardis Kadiu, Founder...
Featured Speakers
Dr. Matthew Winn
Senior Analyst, CRM and Student Engagement, Tambellini
Carrie Pitts Densmore
Vice President of Marketing and Enrollment, Johnston Community College
Mallory Willsea
Higher Ed Consultant
Dr. Shelley Greene
Vice President for Enrollment & Advancement, Chowan UniversityDr. Kosmas Karadimitriou
Principal, AI & LLM Technology Leader, PSGDr. Vern Lindquist
President, Johnston Community CollegeDr. Rosemary Thomas
President, Chowan UniversityDr. Marjorie Hass
President, Council for Independent CollegesArdis Kadiu
Founder & CEO, Element451Dr. JC Bonilla
COO and Head of AI, Element451Amanda Gulley
Chief of Product, Arizona State University
Keynotes to inspire, product sessions to showcase what’s possible, industry talks from your peers leading the change, and AI how-to sessions to help you build your digital workforce—now.
Get inspired, get equipped, and get. ahead with AI strategies that elevate engagement, automate the everyday, and build a student experience that’s ready for what’s next.
See how AI-powered digital teammates are driving real results— boosting efficiency, personalizing experiences, and freeing your team to focus on what matters most.
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Meet The Digital Workforce for Higher Ed
RegisterToday’s students expect instant answers, personalized support, and seamless digital experiences. Day 1 is your introduction to the AI-powered teammates that make it all possible. From admissions to advising, discover how the Digital Workforce transforms student engagement—making every interaction smarter, faster, and more impactful.
You’ll see how our Bolt Agents are transforming engagement from reactive to proactive, helping institutions scale meaningful support while freeing teams to focus on what matters most: building relationships, driving strategy, and guiding student success.
View our 2024 video library to get inspired.
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Build a Future-Ready Institution
registerWith your digital teammates in place, Day 2 is about unlocking their full potential across your institution. Discover how Bolt Agents are helping teams collaborate smarter, move faster, and make more informed decisions—turning siloed systems into unified strategies.
From surfacing insights to streamlining workflows, agents work with your team to elevate impact and drive student-centered outcomes. You'll walk away ready to lead an institution that’s more agile, more connected, and fully equipped for the future.
View our 2024 video library to get inspired.
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Hands-On Workshops
Exclusively for Element451 users, Day 3 is all about turning knowledge into action. Dive into hands-on workshops that show you how to get the most out of your digital workforce—optimizing every feature, refining your engagement strategies, and unlocking the full power of your AI agents.
You’ll leave with practical skills, smarter workflows, and an exclusive look at what’s coming next on the platform.
ENGAGE SUMMIT
Who should attend?
If you're ready to transform student engagement and deepen connections across campus, the 2025 Engage Summit is for you. Join a community of forward-thinking leaders dedicated to making outreach more personal, impactful, and AI-powered.
• VPs of Enrollment, Presidents and CIOs
• Directors of Admissions
• Student Success Professionals
• Marketing Directors and Managers
• Content Creators and Strategists
• IT and System Integrations Professionals
The Engage Summit equips you with the tools and insights to drive your career forward.
engage summit
Why Attend
Higher ed is at a turning point—and institutions can’t afford to sit on the sidelines.
Today’s students expect instant, personalized support. But with limited staffing and disconnected systems, meeting those expectations is a growing challenge. That’s where the Digital Workforce comes in.
At Engage Summit, you’ll discover how AI agents are transforming student engagement, amplifying human teams, and creating a more responsive, data-driven institution. From inspiring keynotes to hands-on workshops, this is your chance to reimagine what’s possible—and leave equipped to lead the AI-powered future of higher ed.
Get ready to:
• Learn from bold industry leaders
• Build and scale your digital workforce
• Explore the latest in AI and automation
• Connect with a national network of innovators
Luis Caloca
"What an intellectually stimulating conference! The Element451 team is on the razor’s edge of AI technology and fully experimenting with its application to the field of higher education."
Register for the 2025 Engage Summit
VIP Package: 3000
Includes Summit and Workshop registration, breakfast and lunch, premium hotel accommodations (we'll book for you!), priority access to 1-1 trainings and lab sessions, and extra perks.
All Access Pass: 1100
For Element451 customers only! Three days to immerse yourself with exclusive, hands-on learning. Your ticket includes priority access to lab sessions and 1-1 trainings, conference and Thursday workshop registration, breakfast and lunch, plus full access to hosted evening events.
Summit Registration: 750
Two days to unravel the power of AI! Your ticket includes conference registration, breakfast and lunch, plus full access to hosted evening events.
Bring Your Team: 650
Register two or more team members for the Engage Summit. Priced per individual, this pass includes breakfast and lunch, plus full access to all hosted evening events. (Limit of 10 registrations per institution.)
Thursday Workshop Add On: 350
For Element451 customers only! Add on an exclusive hands-on workshop day.
