Executive Summit
Building a Resilient, Data‑Driven, Student‑Centered Institution
Wednesday, May 27 | 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
At this year’s Jenzabar Executive Summit, leaders will explore how to build a resilient, data‑driven, student‑centered institution equipped for the rapidly evolving demands of higher education. Through analyst insights, strategic technology discussions, and candid executive dialogue, the program is designed to help leaders future‑proof their campuses, strengthen cross‑functional decision‑making, and prepare for the next generation of student expectations and institutional challenges.
Topics include:
- Welcome & Opening Remarks, led by Sam Burgio, COO and President, Jenzabar
- Future‑Proofing the Institution, led by Matt Winn, Principal Analyst, Tambellini Group
- Technology Strategies Shaping Institutional Planning, led by Crista Copp, Vice President of Research, EDUCAUSE
- Engaging Breakouts, covering institutional pressures like AI readiness and adoption
Speaker: Matt Winn
Principal Analyst, Tambellini Group
As a principal analyst, Dr. Matt Winn leads research and advisory efforts with a primary focus on student systems, supporting institutions in optimizing the full student lifecycle and improving academic operations. His work also includes CRM systems, learning management systems (LMS), academic operations platforms, and other teaching and learning technologies. Matt specializes in translating complex technology landscapes into strategic guidance. He helps higher education clients select systems that enhance efficiency, enable integration, and support automation. His broad experience allows him to improve processes across campus and empower institutions to better serve their students.
Speaker: Crista Copp
Vice President of Research, EDUCAUSE
Crista Copp leads research and data initiatives at EDUCAUSE that empower higher education leaders to make informed decisions about technology, strategy, and the student experience. Her work connects data with purpose—translating complex trends into actionable insights that support innovation, equity, and institutional resilience. Together with a talented team, Crista is shaping a research agenda that is not only informative, but transformative. During the JAM Exec Summit, she will present "Technology Strategies Shaping Institutional Planning", a segment focused on the 2026 technology landscape and how institutions are integrating technology strategy into their broader planning efforts.
Add the Executive Summit to Your Registration
The Executive Summit is an additional fee to your JAM conference pass. Breakfast and lunch are provided.