CEO Only - Think Tanks

In 2025, AACC will be offering two CEO-only Think Tank opportunities. This CEO-only Think Tank will bring together leading community college presidents/chancellors to explore data-driven breakthroughs, redesign pathways, and develop innovative strategies for student success and outcomes. The solutions crafted here will be captured in a national Think Tank Brief, charting a bold, transformative path for community colleges to lead with data and AI innovation.
 

April 14, 2025

9:00 – 11:00 AM

Data-Driven Breakthroughs: Reimagining Pathways to Community College Success
Sponsored by:  ZogoTech

Community colleges are at a crucial juncture where leveraging data is essential for student success amidst increasingly complex needs and a rapidly evolving workforce. This CEO-only Think Tank will convene prominent community college leaders to explore data-driven innovations, redesign educational pathways, and create strategies for improved student outcomes. In an AI-driven environment, participants will collaborate to integrate new tools and learning models, address equity gaps, and align programs with workforce demands. Their solutions will be documented in a national Think Tank Brief, outlining a transformative approach for community colleges to harness data and AI for education leadership.

1:00 – 3:00 PM

Redesigning Partnerships to Build Workforce Pipelines for the Future
Sponsored by: ellucian

Community colleges are vital in addressing workforce shortages and preparing students for emerging industries. Still, traditional partnership models are inadequate due to rapid technological advancements and shifting economic demands. This think tank will focus on creating innovative and inclusive partnerships encompassing public-private collaborations and various educational institutions, including K-12 systems, four-year universities, and industry stakeholders. CEOs will work on developing new partnership models to enhance workforce alignment, deepen employer engagement, and create flexible pathways that equip students for the digital economy. The solutions generated will be compiled in a national Think Tank Brief, outlining transformative partnership strategies for community colleges to lead the workforce of the future.