THE FUTURE OF HIGHER ED STARTS HERE

AI THAT EMPOWERS.
PEOPLE WHO LEAD.

Discover how AI-powered teammates are helping institutions work smarter and connect deeper. You’ll leave ready to lead change — equipped with the insight, network, and confidence to act.

Why Engage Matters

AI in Action
Experience how agentic AI is driving real transformation across higher ed — from smarter recruitment to personalized student support. Every session connects strategy to practice, so you leave ready to lead.
Powered by People
Engage is where technologists, storytellers, and change-makers unite. You’ll learn directly from higher ed peers putting AI to work to strengthen connection, equity, and student success.
Built for What’s Next
Go beyond theory with conversations, workshops, and case studies that prepare your team for higher ed’s next chapter — one where technology amplifies human potential.
Learning doesn’t stop when the day ends. Charlotte sets the stage for connection, collaboration, and a little well-earned fun.

Evening Events

Puttery Charlotte
Monday, June 15 | 7 – 10PM
Swing into the week with drinks, mini golf,
and good company.
NASCAR Hall of Fame
Tuesday, June 16 | 7 – 11PM

Experience speed, stories, and southern hospitality.
Build your edge in THE AI ERA

AI Fluency for Higher Ed Innovators

Master the Tools Shaping the Future
‍AI is transforming how institutions connect, support, and serve — and those who understand it will define what’s next. At Engage 2026, you’ll explore hands-on applications of agentic AI, from prompt design and automation workflows to data ethics and personalization strategies.

Thrive with Confidence in an AI-Driven World
‍Build the communication, problem-solving, and change management skills to collaborate effectively with AI and empower your teams. You’ll gain frameworks for innovation, digital literacy, and ethical decision-making — equipping you to guide transformation with purpose and clarity.

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What You’re Doing x 1000

AI that Amplifies Your Impact
Agentic AI doesn’t take the work out of higher ed — it gives you back the time and clarity to focus on what matters most: people. At Engage 2026, you’ll see how AI can handle the busywork behind recruitment, communication, and support so your team can focus on strategy, relationships, and student success.

More Human. More Connected. More Capable.
When AI agents work alongside your team, they scale empathy and efficiency — automating the repetitive, personalizing every interaction, and extending your reach. The result? A smarter, faster, more human institution where technology works for people, not instead of them.

Featured Speakers

Big Ideas. Bold Voices. Real Impact.
From AI pioneers to higher ed changemakers, our Engage Summit 2025 keynotes bring the vision and strategy to help you lead confidently in the age of AI. Get ready for insights that push boundaries — and power action.

Making the Case for Engage Summit

Budgets are tight. That’s exactly why Engage 2026 is designed to deliver measurable value — for you, your team, and your institution. You’ll gain the insights, skills, and connections to lead higher ed’s AI-powered transformation — whether you’re using Element451 or not.
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Here’s what past attendees say makes it worth it:
  • Record-setting experience: Engage 2025 drew our largest audience ever — in person and online — earning a 4.4/5 satisfaction rating and 90%+ would recommend.
  • Actionable learning: Attendees left with clear AI strategies and real frameworks to apply back on campus.
  • Proven results: From colleges using agentic AI to streamline workflows to institutions improving student success, leaders are seeing what’s possible when people and AI work together.
  • Vibrant community: From standout speakers to hands-on workshops and peer networking, Engage connects you with ideas and people that move higher ed forward.
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"The Engage Summit was invaluable to me — being able to learn about how other schools were currently using Element451 and all the possibilities that Element451 could provide to our current and future students!"
Orna Shearin
Customer Relationship Manager Specialist at Guilford Technical Community College

Register for the 2026 Engage Summit

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Save $200 When You Register by Feb 1

Register early and lock in the lowest price — just $550 through January 31. Rates increase to $750 starting February 1.
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Summit Registration — $750 (Regular Rate)

Your two-day conference pass to Engage 2026. Get full access to all keynote and breakout sessions, breakfast and lunch each day, and evening networking events. Open to all higher ed professionals ready to explore how AI is shaping the future of student engagement and success.

Bring Your Team — $650 per person

Save when you register two or more colleagues from your institution. Includes everything in the standard Summit Registration — all sessions, breakfast and lunch, plus hosted evening events. (Limit 10 registrations per institution.)

All-Access Pass — $1,100 (Element451 Clients)

The full-experience ticket. Immerse yourself in three days of exclusive, hands-on learning designed for current Element451 clients. Includes priority access to workshops and lab sessions, 1-on-1 training, all conference programming, breakfast and lunch, and evening events.

Monday Workshop Add-On — $350 per person (Element451 Clients)

Extend your experience with an extra day of hands-on workshops focused on advancing your AI strategies inside the Element451 platform. Available exclusively for current clients attending Engage.