Biltmore Estate, Asheville, North Carolina

Agentic Campus: Executive Forum Series

Asheville, North Carolina

Leading AI Across Campus

October 21-23, 2026
Claim Your Spot

Space is limited and expected to fill quickly.

Lead What's Next

Join a small group of higher ed leaders at the Biltmore Estate for candid conversations about leading AI across your institution. You'll leave with clear priorities and peers who are facing the same decisions.

What You'll Take Back to Campus

Practical strategies, peer connections, and a plan you can act on.

Lead AI Transformation From the Top

Hear how a president builds a culture ready for change and keeps student success at the center of every AI decision.

Build a Leadership Mindset for AI

Learn the habits that move an institution beyond using AI to operating differently because of it.

Assess Your AI and Data Readiness

Find out if your data and infrastructure can support responsible AI at scale.

Turn Experimentation Into Enterprise Impact

Learn how to spot promising faculty-led AI work and scale what succeeds across campus.

Connect With Leaders Facing the Same Decisions

Trade ideas with presidents, CIOs, CTOs, and other executives working through the same questions.

Leave With Clear Priorities

Cut through competing demands and decide where your time and budget will matter most.

October 21-23, 2026 · The Inn on Biltmore Estate

The Experience Ahead

Three days of candid conversation, practical sessions, and time on the estate.

Biltmore Estate framed by autumn trees
Day 1
Wed., Oct. 21

Arrive

Check in after 4:00 PM ET, then join fellow attendees for dinner at 6:30 PM.

Day 2
Thu., Oct. 22

Lead Forward

Start with breakfast at 8:00 AM, then spend the day in sessions and exploring the estate before dinner together.

Day 3
Fri., Oct. 23

Take Action

After breakfast, Anna Dearmon Kornick leads a workshop on setting priorities and turning goals into a plan. Checkout is at noon.

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Meet The Speakers

Presidents, strategists, and practitioners on leading AI in higher ed.
Mallory Willsea headshot

Mallory Willsea

Higher Ed Strategist, Enrollify

Mindset Ready: Leading in the Age of AI

Will Patch headshot

Will Patch

CEO and Chief Clarifier, Clarity EM

Is Your Data Ready for AI?

Heidi McNeilly, MSW, LCSW headshot

Heidi McNeilly, MSW, LCSW

Clinical Assistant Professor, UNC Adams School of Dentistry

Scaling Faculty-Led AI Innovation

Dr. Janet Spriggs headshot

Dr. Janet Spriggs

President, Forsyth Tech Community College

Leading What's Next: A President's Perspective

Anna Dearmon Kornick headshot

Anna Dearmon Kornick

Time Management Coach and Podcast Host

Priorities Rock: How to Decide What Matters Most

Location & Accommodations

Claim Your Spot

Element451 covers your stay at The Inn on Biltmore Estate in Asheville, N.C., along with meals and estate experiences.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I join the Forum?
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Complete the registration form to request a place. Space is limited, so submitting doesn't guarantee attendance. Our team will follow up to confirm.
Is this experience right for me?
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The Forum is built for presidents, vice presidents, CIOs, CTOs, and other senior leaders responsible for strategy, technology, student success, or workforce development.
What will Element451 cover?
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Element451 covers your stay at The Inn on Biltmore Estate, transportation, meals, programming, and scheduled Biltmore experiences. We'll share details once you're confirmed.
Where will we be staying?
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You'll stay at The Inn on Biltmore Estate in Asheville, N.C.
How should I plan my travel?
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Arrive after 4:00 PM ET on Wednesday, Oct. 21, for dinner at 6:30 PM. The Forum wraps at noon on Friday, Oct. 23. We'll send transportation details once you're confirmed.
May I bring a guest?
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Programming, meals, and transportation are reserved for confirmed attendees. Guests may join you in Asheville at their own expense but can't take part in Forum activities unless approved in advance.
What Biltmore experiences are planned?
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Expect dedicated time to explore the estate, group dinners, and time to connect with other attendees. Confirmed attendees will get full details.
What will I gain from the programming?
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You'll get candid conversations, practical sessions, and an interactive workshop covering AI leadership, data readiness, scaling innovation, student success, and setting priorities.
Is any advance preparation required?
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No preparation is required. Just come ready to share your perspective.
What should I wear?
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Business casual is recommended. Bring comfortable shoes and layers for exploring the estate.
Need help getting institutional approval?
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We can provide a justification letter, agenda, or expense documentation to support your approval process.
Have another question?
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Email marketing@element451.com with any questions about registration, travel, or accessibility.

Don't Watch What's Next From the Sidelines

Head back to campus with clear priorities, a plan you can act on, and peers you can call when the next big question lands. Element451 covers your stay, meals, and estate experiences. Seats are limited and expected to fill quickly.

Claim Your Spot

Request Your Place

Space is limited, so submitting doesn't guarantee attendance. Our team will follow up to confirm.