In this episode, Jeff Dillon is joined by Nick Burrell, VP of Strategic Partnerships at ZogoTech, a company specializing in data analytics solutions designed to empower higher education.

With a wealth of expertise in educational technology and artificial intelligence, Nick shares his insights on the evolving role of AI in education, particularly in content management and student engagement. He discusses his journey from working in college financial aid offices to his current role at ZogoTech, and how his experience has shaped his understanding of the challenges and opportunities in education.

Nick dives into how AI is transforming student engagement and institutional growth, and explains how content quality directly impacts the effectiveness of AI tools. He also reflects on the importance of digital governance, the need for accurate and reliable content management, and the role of AI in providing personalized responses to students.

He also shares his thoughts on the future of AI in education, including the need for institutions to be "AI-ready" and the importance of strategic planning and policy development in preparing for an AI-driven future. Whether you're an educator, administrator, or edtech professional, Nick's insights on the intersection of AI and education are sure to inform and inspire.

• AI is transforming student engagement and institutional growth.
• Content quality directly impacts the effectiveness of AI tools.
• Institutions must prioritize accurate and reliable content management.
• Digital governance is essential for effective content oversight.
• AI tools should be integrated with existing systems for personalized responses.
• A thorough website audit is crucial for maintaining content accuracy.
• Collaboration with subject matter experts can enhance content management.
• AI adoption requires a foundational understanding of institutional needs.
• The website should be treated as a dynamic knowledge base.
• Preparing for AI involves strategic planning and policy development.