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Stronger Together:
The Power of Collaborative Standardization
October 16-17, 2024
Venue
Hyatt Regency Orange County
11999 Harbor Blvd
Garden Grove, CA 92840 USA
USD $199/night ++
Discounted rate ends Sept. 24, 2024
Contact Information
Jennifer V. Kim
Director of Membership Services
Email: Jennifer.Kim@PESC.org
Phone: +1 (202) 261-6516
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Join us at the PESC October 2024 Data Summit, where education, data, and innovation converge! This in-person Summit gathers leaders, educators, and innovators to explore the latest trends, technologies, and standards shaping the future of educational data.
Featured Speakers
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Head of Systems Administrations Service,
University of Malaga
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Associate Vice Chancellor & Registrar, University of Purdue Fort Wayne
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Vice President of Information Technology,
University of Phoenix
Why Attend?
Develop Data-Driven Strategies
Stay ahead of the curve with keynote presentations and panel discussions from industry pioneers. Discover emerging technologies, and innovative practices that are transforming education.
Connect with Industry Leaders
Share ideas, build partnerships, and expand your professional network by connecting with a diverse community of higher ed technology and data specialists.
Further Your Professional Development
Hear from thought leaders who are driving change in the education sector. Gain valuable perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing educational data today and tomorrow.
Experience a Culture of Collaboration
Participate in interactive conversations designed to provide practical skills and knowledge. Learn from experts in data interoperability, transcripts, microcredentials, and more.
Register Today
Be at the forefront of educational data innovation and register now. Early bird discounts are available until September 6, 2024.
Navigate the evolving landscape of student data exchange. The PESC October Data Summit offers 2 days packed with interactive General Sessions. Topics include transcripts, AI, data standards, EQ, digital and micro-credentials, partner updates, community sessions, best practices, and more!
Program details are updated regularly.
Data Summit Program
(Subject to Change)
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2024
7:30am-9:00 am – Continental Breakfast & Registration
8:30am-9:00am – Welcome and Opening Remarks
Speakers:
- Alex Jackl, PESC Board Member / CEO & Founder, Bardic Systems
- David K. Moldoff, PESC Board Chair / Founder & CEO, AcademyOne, Inc
9:00am-10:00am – TechEQ: Mastering Results, Relationships and Respect in the Digital Age
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- Shannon T. Wilson, Vice President – IT, University of Phoenix
Unlock the power of emotional intelligence with this transformative presentation centered around three core pillars: Results, Relationships, and Respect. Dive deep into actionable tactics technologist can use that will elevate your performance and collaboration, drive impactful outcomes, and foster a culture of mutual respect.
Learning Outcomes:
1) Understand the importance of emotional intelligence in the technology sector and its impact on personal and team success.
2) Learn practical tactics for enhancing performance, collaboration, and communication within technology teams through emotional intelligence principles.
3) Explore strategies for fostering a culture of mutual respect and inclusivity in technology environments, leading to improved productivity and employee satisfaction.
10:00am-10:30am – Refreshment Break
10:30am-12:00pm – Data Standards United (DSU)
Speakers:
- Jim Goodell, Director of Innovation, Quality Information Partners (QIP)
- Jim Ireland, Executive Director, HR Open Standards (invited)
- Alex Jackl, CEO & Founder, Bardic Systems
- Steve Smith, Executive Director, Access 4 Learning (A4L) Community
12:00pm-1:30pm – Luncheon
1:30pm-2:15pm – Acronym Bingo (CEDS, CTDL, VC, JSON-LD): Why You Should Care and What Can You Do About It?
Details Coming Soon…
2:15pm-3:00pm – PESC Updates – CanPESC, GEO Code, and JSON-LD
Speakers:
- Matt Bemis, GEO Code User Group Co-Chair / Associate Registrar, University of Southern CA (USC)
- Doug Holmes, Manager – CanPESC Chair / Manager – eTranscripts, Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC)
- Jim Kelly, Principal, Jim Kelly Technologies (invited)
- Ann Marie Lyseng, GEO Code User Group Co- Chair / Sr. Manager, Alberta Council on Admissions and Transfer (ACAT) Secretariat/Learner Pathways (invited)
3:00pm-3:30pm – Snack Break
3:30pm-5:00pm – AI in the Standards Space: No Hallucinations Welcome!
Speakers:
- Marc Booker, Vice Provost Strategy, University of Phoenix (invited)
- Alex Jackl, CEO & Founder, Bardic Systems
- John Lovell, Technology Director, Access 4 Learning (A4L) Community
- Anne Valentine, President & Founder, DegreeData
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already playing a transformative role in the world of standards, helping to automate and streamline processes behind the scenes. This session provides a broad look at four major aspects of how AI, data usage, and Standards intersect:
1. How AI technologies are influencing the work of standards bodies and improving efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration. We’ll explore real-world examples from A4L and CEDS , including:
a. A4L Unity Data Generator: A tool leveraging AI to automate data generation for testing and compliance.
b. CEDS Copilot: How AI assists in aligning educational standards, offering intelligent guidance and support.
c. ChatGPT Chatbots: A look at how AI-driven chatbots are enhancing communication and support in the standards space.
2. How can standards be applied to the dynamic, self-generative world of AI?
3. How do we ensure privacy and security for learners as they move through the lifecycle of the learner?
4. How do we ensure privacy and security for learners as they move through the lifecycle of the learner?
Attendees will walk away with a clearer understanding of the AI tools currently shaping the future of standards, how standards might shape the future of AI, and how these innovations can be applied to their own work in a way that is safe and secure for the learner.
6:00pm-7:00pm – Reception
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2024
7:30am-9:00 am – Continental Breakfast & Registration
8:30am-9:15am – Getting Ready for the Present: Project CAD for
Interoperable Academic Credentials
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- Victoriano Giralt, Head of Systems Administration Service, University of Malaga
Higher education is facing a new reality: In our increasingly digital world, student identities need secure and reliable management. This session explores the challenges of traditional paper and digital documentation, particularly for students participating in cross-border study programs.
Launched in 2021, the Digital Academic Credentials (CAD) Project utilizes blockchain technology to provide students with a “sovereign digital identity” (SSI). This empowers students with control over their data and facilitates secure issuance of verifiable credentials like diplomas and student ID cards.
The CAD system offers colleges and universities a complete solution, managing both credential issuance and verification. It also integrates with European and Spanish identity models, ensuring flexibility and compliance with regulations.
The project has been a joint effort between 11 Spanish universities with support of EU funds distributed by the Spanish government, and has been developed by Inetum, a Spanish multinational company with strong ties to the educational sector.
This session goes beyond the CAD Project, exploring the future of digital credentials in higher education. We’ll discuss:
- The benefits of blockchain for secure and verifiable credentials
- Compatibility with European frameworks like EuroPass and ELM
- Next steps for portability and broader applications
Join us and discover how digital credentials are shaping a more secure and efficient future for universities and students alike.
9:15am-10:00am – AACRAO Technology Initiatives & Updates
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- Christopher Huang, Board Vice President for IT, The American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO) / Associate Vice Chancellor and Registrar, Purdue University Fort Wayne
This session will offer a comprehensive overview of AACRAO’s ongoing technology initiatives focused on learning mobility and digital credentials. Attendees will also have the chance to engage in discussions on collaborating with standards bodies and SIS vendors to enhance student success.
10:00am-10:30am – Refreshment Break
10:30am-12:00pm – Digital & Micro-Credentials
Speakers:
- Marc Booker, Vice Provost of Strategy, University of Phoenix
- Mark Cohen, Product Manager – Infrastructure & Data Services, CA Community Colleges Technology Center
- Alex Jackl, CEO & Founder, Bardic Systems
- Anthony Uljanec, Sr. Director of Technology, Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE)
Session details coming soon…
12:00pm-1:30pm – Lunch On Your Own
1:30pm-3:00pm – Transcripts – The Past, Present, and Future
Speakers:
- Erin Carter, Technology Implementation Specialist, WestEd / California Cradle-to-Career Data System (C2C)
- Mike Vogt, Director of Strategic Planning and Operations, California Virtual Campus (CVC)
Session details coming soon…
3:00pm-3:30pm – Snack Break
3:30pm-5:00pm – Closing Session
PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEMBERS
- PROGRAM COMMITEE CHAIR: Hillary Halpern, Sr. Director of Program Deployment, University of Phoenix
- Mark Cohen, Product Manager for Infrastructure & Data Services, California Community Colleges Technology Center
- Bryant Faust, Associate Dean & Registrar, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
- Doug Holmes, Manager – eTranscripts, OUAC
- Alex Jackl, CEO & Founder, Bardic Systems
- Jennifer Kim, Director of Membership Services, PESC
- Monterey Sims, Director of Admissions & Evaluations, University of Phoenix
- Francisco Valines, Director of Financial Aid, Florida International University
25th Annual Best Practices Competition
Open for submissions through close of business on Friday, September 20, 2024.
PESC’S Annual Best Practices Competition recognizes excellence in standards development across education and workforce technology. The competition is open to institutions, associations, organizations, government agencies and departments, districts, consortia, non-profit and commercial service providers and other education stakeholders.
Share Your Expertise – Become a Summit Speaker
PESC is seeking dynamic and informative in-person sessions for the October Data Summit that address a variety of topics related to student data, including:
- Open Standards and Standards Alignment
- Data Analytics and Reporting
- The Future of Work and Education
- The Ethical Use of Student Data
- Innovative Uses of Student Data
- Case Studies and Best Practices
We encourage submissions from:
- Higher education professionals
- Education technology providers
- Data experts and analysts
- Policymakers and researchers
Benefits of presenting at the October Data Summit:
- Share your expertise with an international audience of education leaders.
- Network with colleagues and potential partners in the field.
- Gain recognition as a thought leader in student data exchange.
- Contribute to shaping the future of education.
Submission deadline: Friday, September 6, 2024.
Please email the following to info@PESC.org:
- Speaker Name(s)
- Speaker Title(s)
- Organization(s)
- Session Title
- Session Description
Registration Fees
Early Bird PESC Member Rate: USD $795
USD $950 after September 6, 2024
Early Bird Non-Member Rate: USD $950
USD $1100 after September 6, 2024
All payments for Summit registrations must be received by Friday, September 30, 2024.
This Summit is in-person only. The Conference Package includes:
- Continental Breakfast on 2 Mornings
- Refreshments on 2 Mornings
- Luncheon (on 1st day)
- Refreshments and Snacks on 2 Afternoons
- Evening Reception (on 1st day)
- All General Sessions
- All Concurrent Sessions
CANCELLATION POLICY
All cancellation & refund requests must be submitted to PESC in writing (e.g. email) and will be processed 30 calendar days after the October 2024 Data Summit concludes. Any person who registers and decides not to attend MUST submit a formal cancellation request – otherwise full payment is due. Cancellation and refund requests made by September 6, 2024 may be considered for a refund upon request. Any cancellation and refund request made after September 6, 2024 is not eligible for a refund regardless of the attendance of the registrant. All cancellation and refund requests must be submitted to Jennifer Kim at jennifer.kim@pesc.org.
REGISTRATION POLICY
PESC requires that all speakers, moderators, chairs and attendees of Data Summits register and remit registration fees to attend Data Summits. PESC thanks all speakers, moderators & chairs and is truly grateful for their efforts in volunteering to provide updates and presentations at Data Summits. Only in rare instances, however (that is if a speaker is only attending a Data Summit for a specific session or presentation), can registration fees be considered for waiver and only by the PESC office.
NOTICE OF FILMING AND RECORDING
By participating in this event, you agree that you may be filmed, photographed & recorded, and you grant PESC and our affiliates the right to use, publish, and copyright your picture, likeness and/or name and/or audio recording in videos and/or photos taken during this event for use by PESC and our affiliates throughout the world, in perpetuity, and through media.
Hotel
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Hyatt Regency Orange County
11999 Harbor Blvd
Garden Grove, CA 92840 USA
Check In: 4pm PST
Check Out: 11am PST
USD $199/night ++
AMENITIES
- Fire Pit and Lounge Area
- On-Site Restaurants/Deli: TusCA, OC Brewhouse, Citrus Grove Deli, iSwii, and Starbucks
- In-Room Citrus Grove Deli Delivery between 4pm-10pm, no other room service available
- Recreation Deck with shuffleboard, basketball, pickleball, oversized checkers, pin-pong, and bean bag toss
- Two outdoor pools
- 24 hour Gym
- Daily USD $6 shuttle to and from Disneyland
PESC has arranged a discounted room rate for our attendees, available until September 24, 2024 or until the PESC room block is fully booked. Space is limited, please reserve your room as early as possible to ensure your stay at the conference hotel.
Parking & Transportation
Discounted Self-Parking Rate: USD $15/night
AREA AIRPORTS & SHUTTLE SERVICE
- John Wayne/Orange County Airport (SNA) – 12 miles: Hyatt Regency Orange County has partnered with Karmel Shuttle to offer roundtrip transportation to the airport. Enjoy $20 off your reservation. Learn more
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) – 35 miles: Hyatt Regency Orange County has partnered with Karmel Shuttle to offer roundtrip transportation to the airport. Enjoy $20 off your reservation. Learn more
- Long Beach Airport (LGB) – 17 miles: Hyatt Regency Orange County has partnered with Karmel Shuttle to offer roundtrip transportation to the airport. Enjoy $20 off your reservation. Learn more
Disneyland Shuttle
The hotel’s Disneyland® shuttle (USD $6/person/day, kids 3 & under free) runs every 30 minutes (except 11:45 am – 12:15 pm & 7:45 pm – 8:15 pm PST). Last shuttle departs 1 hour after park closing. Taxi service available. Hours may vary based on Disneyland operation.
Explore Orange County
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Unwind and explore beyond the Summit! Orange County offers something for everyone:
- Theme park magic: Disneyland Resort awaits just minutes away.
- Relaxation by the sea: Hit the beach in Huntington Beach (Surf City USA!).
- Shopping & dining: Explore Downtown Disney or the Outlets at Orange.
- Local eats: Savor the flavors at the Anaheim Packing District.
- Outdoor adventures: Hike Crystal Cove or explore the OC Great Park.
- Cultural gems: Visit the Bowers Museum or Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
Make your PESC October 2024 Data Summit an unforgettable California experience!
Sponsorship Opportunities
PESC Data Summits bring together experts, thought leaders, and enthusiasts to explore the intersection of technology and data in the higher education sector.
Audience
PESC Data Summit participants are often C-Level, VP, and/or Directors with direct responsibility for buying and influencing the purchase of new tech solutions:
- President, CEO, Founder, Executive Director, Principal
- CIO, CTO, COO, CPO
- Vice President, Director
- Project Lead, Manager, Supervisor
- Registrar, Associate Registrar
- Technologist, Analyst, Developer, Architect
Partnering on a PESC Data Summit at the Silver or Gold Level markets your organization to 2,000+ higher ed data and technology specialists. The earlier you become a sponsor, the more exposure your brand will receive through our various social media, email, and in-person events.
Why Sponsorship Matters
- Showcase Expertise: Position your organization as an industry authority in data exchange and interoperability within the education sector.
- Enhance Brand Visibility: Increase your brand’s visibility and recognition among an engaged audience.
- Community Leadership: Share insights, solutions, and best practices with Summit attendees while contributing to improving educational data practices.
- Long-Term Engagement: Connect with decision-makers, influencers, and potential clients in the education technology space. Build lasting relationships and foster strong relationships within the PESC Community.
Please contact Jennifer.Kim@PESC.org with all sponsorship inquiries.
Bronze
$1,000
Org. name and logo on event web page
Organization name and logo promoted on site at the Summit
Recognized at Opening Session
Silver
$2,500
All the benefits of Bronze Sponsorship &
Named as Sponsor (with logo) in October Summit communications and social media posts before and after the event
Introductory remarks at designated group session during the Summit
Gold
$5,000
All the benefits of Silver Sponsorship PLUS,
5-minute Opening session welcome remarks and company information relating to interoperability and/or privacy
Evening ‘networking event’ named sponsor recognition
Company Material Dissemination
One complimentary Summit registration
Annual Sponsors
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Annual Sponsorship Opportunities are also available. Learn more