ASU+GSV Summit Sessions

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Annie Chechitelli, Chief Product Officer at Turnitin, and Tricia Bertram Gallant, Director of the Academic Integrity Office and Triton Testing Center at UC San Diego. The session was emceed by Kate Sutherland, Managing Director at Tyton Partners.The discussion centered on the critical need for transparency and open dialogue around the integration of generative AI in education. While students often lead in adopting new AI tools, they are rarely involved in shaping the policies that govern their use—creating a disconnect between practice and guidance. The panel explored how educators can better understand when and how students use AI to ensure authentic learning and original thinking. Likewise, it emphasized the importance of equipping students with clear expectations and strategies to use AI responsibly. The session called for collaborative approaches to define rules of engagement that support academic integrity and empower meaningful learning in the AI era.

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Tim Taylor, Senior Product Manager at Google.The session explored the future of higher education, where a data-driven approach to AI could unlock vast possibilities—from personalized learning to streamlined administration. Tim Taylor delved into cutting-edge applications of AI, including large language models and intelligent automation, and showcased practical solutions tailored to the unique needs of higher education institutions.

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Melissa Avilés-Ramos, Chancellor of NYC Public Schools, and Jack Lynch, CEO of HMH.The session addressed the ongoing tension between the benefits and drawbacks of classroom technology. With 72% of U.S. teens reporting they feel happier without their smartphones—despite near-universal usage—educators and parents are grappling with how tech impacts student wellbeing and learning. Speakers discussed policies like school phone bans and examined how technology can be thoughtfully integrated to enhance education without eroding human connection. This honest conversation focused on how to strike the right balance between innovation and meaningful interaction to truly support student success in a digital age.

In this enlightening session, Caleb Hicks, the Founder and CEO of School AI, Kristen DiCerbo, Chief Learning Officer at Khan Academy, and Joleen Liang, CEO of Squirrel AI Learning North America, delve into how AI tutors are reshaping education. They explore the balance between technology and critical thinking, emphasizing the need for innovative strategies that enhance student engagement. The panelists discuss the challenges of fostering analytical skills amidst AI-driven learning and the importance of human oversight in guiding educational experiences.

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Perpetual Baffour, Research Director at The Learning Agency; Pat Yongpradit, Chief Academic Officer at Code.org; Alex Kotran, CEO of The AI Education Project; Amanda Bickerstaff, CEO and Founder of AI for Education; and Amanda Kocon, Chief Strategy Officer at Edmentum.The session focused on bridging the AI literacy gap to ensure all students—regardless of school resources—are equipped to thrive in an AI-driven world. Panelists shared practical strategies for teaching students to critically evaluate information, detect AI-generated manipulation, and develop adaptive, human-centered skills. The conversation emphasized equitable access to AI education and the importance of preparing today’s learners with the competencies they’ll need to navigate and shape the future responsibly.

Katie Kurtz, Global Head of Youth & Learning at YouTube, Brian Johnsrud from Adobe, and Raman Malik of Perplexity dive into the intersection of AI and education. They discuss how platforms like YouTube are revolutionizing learning through active creation and personalized experiences. The rise of AI tools is fostering curiosity and critical thinking among students. They emphasize the shift from traditional education to engaging, immersive learning, exploring how technology breaks down barriers and empowers student creativity in new ways.

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Carlos Moreno, Co-Executive Director at Big Picture Learning, and Michael Iyescas, Sr. Manager of CSR & Global Philanthropy at Fossil Group.The session marked the one-year anniversary of Finding Your Leadership Soul: What Our Students Can Teach Us About Love, Care, and Vulnerability. Carlos Moreno reflected on the book’s impact and the ongoing evolution of leadership in education. Drawing from his upbringing in the Bronx and his work with Big Picture Learning, Moreno shared how the voices of young Black and Latino men have shaped his purpose-driven, equity-centered leadership philosophy. The conversation explored a human-centered leadership framework rooted in love, care, and adaptability—one that meets the demands of today’s fast-moving educational landscape and fosters meaningful transformation through connection and courage.

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Lisa Herring of Ed Farm and The PROPEL Center; Randall L. Woodfin, Mayor of the City of Birmingham, AL; and Waymond Jackson, President of Ed Farm.The session explored how bold public-private partnerships can transform career readiness for K–12 students, HBCUs, and adult learners. Using Birmingham, Alabama as a case study, the speakers addressed the disconnect between traditional education models and the digital workforce. They shared how Ed Farm collaborates with school districts, municipal leaders, and industry partners to bridge that gap—preparing learners across the Southeast and beyond for a tech-driven future. The conversation highlighted Birmingham as a dynamic proving ground for innovative learning models and emphasized how community-led initiatives, digital education, and strategic alliances can drive educational and economic transformation.

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Bobby Isaacson, Head of Enterprise at Section, and Michael Domanic, Head of AI at UserTesting.The session explored how organizations can turn AI into a competitive advantage by transforming their workforce into AI-native teams. Speakers shared real-world insights on overcoming employee anxiety, cultivating daily AI habits, and identifying impactful use cases that drive ROI. Drawing from their experience deploying AI across enterprises, Isaacson and Domanic discussed strategies for easing the transition, strengthening internal AI capabilities, and ensuring that investments in AI yield tangible, business-aligned outcomes.

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Kwame Owusu-Kesse, Chief Executive Officer at Harlem Children's Zone, and Christian Rhodes, Deputy Executive Director at Harlem Children's Zone.The session examined why the K–12 education system, on its own, often falls short in delivering economic mobility—particularly for students from communities affected by poverty. Kwame Owusu-Kesse and Christian Rhodes explored the systemic barriers that limit opportunity and discussed bold innovations like the Harlem Children’s Zone Wealth Builds initiative. They emphasized the need for integrated approaches that go beyond academics to ensure every student graduates not only with a degree, but with a tangible path toward upward social and economic mobility.