It's YOUR time to #EdUp

The Business & Industry Perspective Episodes

July 20, 2026

Why the AI Conversation on Campus Is Disconnected from the Real World - with Kiersten Barnet, Executive Director, New York Jobs CEO Council

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Kiersten Barnet, Executive Director, New York Jobs CEO Council
In this episode, sponsored by EdUp Leadership, & the 2026 AcOps Conference July 29-31 by Coursedog


YOUR cohost is Ron Marshall⁠, President, ⁠LIM College
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio

What did 25 of the most powerful CEOs in America agree to do that helped 65,000 low income New Yorkers land jobs paying over $60,000?


Why does the AI conversation in the boardroom sound nothing like the AI conversatio...
Jan. 29, 2026

If Facts Tell & Stories Sell, Why Is Higher Ed Still Using Facts? - with Dr. DeRionne Pollard, President & CEO, American Association of Community Colleges

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Dr. DeRionne Pollard, President & CEO, American Association of Community Colleges
In this episode, sponsored by the ⁠⁠⁠ELIVE 2026 Conference in Denver, Colorado, April 19-22, & the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19,


YOUR host is ⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

How does the leader of the nation's largest higher ed sector serving 1,000 community colleges & 10 million students shift the narrative from facts to stories that sell the val...
Jan. 22, 2026

How to Build the New Academy Through Creativity & Experimentation - with Dr. Joy Connolly, President, American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS)

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Dr. Joy Connolly, President, American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS)
In this episode, sponsored by the ⁠⁠⁠ELIVE 2026 Conference in Denver, Colorado, April 19-22, & the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19,


YOUR cohost is Dr. LaNitra Berger, Associate Professor, History & Art History & Director of the African & African American Studies Program at George Mason University
YOUR host is ⁠Elvin Freytes⁠

How did ACLS place over 40...
Jan. 8, 2026

What Happens When 60 Leaders Discover Traditional Workforce Prep Is Broken? - Kristen Fox, Chief Executive Officer, Business-Higher Education Forum

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Kristen Fox, Chief Executive Officer, Business-Higher Education Forum
In this episode, sponsored by YELO Funding
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio

How does a national nonprofit bridge business & higher education to prepare 2.8 million students for an AI economy changing faster than traditional curriculum cycles?


What happens when skills half life shrinks rapidly & both employers & educators realize the historical workforce preparation approach isn't working in a lab...
Dec. 23, 2025

How To Control Your Institution's Narrative Before It Controls You - with Karla Jo (KJ) Helms, Founder & CEO, JOTO PR Disruptors

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Karla Jo (KJ) Helms, Founder & CEO, JOTO PR Disruptors
In this episode, sponsored by the ⁠⁠⁠ELIVE 2026 Conference in Denver, Colorado, April 19-22, & the 2026 InsightsEDU Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, February 17-19,

YOUR cohost is Dr. David Hatami, Managing Director & Chief Policy Officer, EduPolicy.ai
YOUR host is ⁠Elvin Freytes⁠
How does crisis management & PR help higher education institutions control their narrative in the court of public opinion?

Wh...
April 22, 2025

Why Trade Schools Are More Popular Than the Ivy League - with Brady Colby, Head of Market Research, Validated Insights

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠It's YOUR time to #EdUp


In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon
YOUR guest is Brady Colby, Head of Market Research, Validated Insights
YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

How are trade schools reaching the "hockey stick" growth phase?


Why do trade schools now have higher favorability than Ivy League institutions?


How are revenues growing at 11.1% while enrollment rises 4.9%?


What differentiates public & proprietary trade school performance?


...
Jan. 21, 2025

Why Empty Diploma Folders Changed an Entire University's Approach to Student Success - with Rachel Rosenfeldt⁠, Executive Director & Head of Training Services, ⁠Kotter⁠

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In this episode, brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference& Ellucian LIVE 2025
YOUR guest is ⁠⁠Rachel Rosenfeldt, Executive Director & Head of Training Services, Kotter
YOUR cohost is Roy de Vries⁠, Learning Innovator, ⁠aNewSpring
YOUR host is ⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
How does Kotter approach training in today's volatile environment?


How do they make training stick across different modalities? What is the "change muscle"...
Jan. 14, 2025

What College Presidents Need to Know About AI & Business Model Transformation - with Dr. Jayson Boyers⁠, Executive Vice President, Business Model Transformation, ⁠Core Education⁠

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In this episode, brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference & Ellucian LIVE 2025
YOUR guest is ⁠⁠Dr. Jayson Boyers, Executive Vice President, Business Model Transformation, Core Education
YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio with special co-host Dr. Emily Barnes, AI Strategist



How can institutions leverage AI beyond the classroom?


What is the value lens structure & how does it help institutions focus their resource...
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Dec. 16, 2024

Episode 1,000: Elvin Freytes & Dr. Joe Sallustio

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠It's YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode, #1,000, brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference

YOUR guests are Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠

How did EdUp grow from humble beginnings to 400,000+ organic downloads?

What makes EdUp the most prolific higher ed podcast network?

How has EdUp chronicled transformative moments in higher education?

Why is building community crucial for podcast success?

What's next for The EdUp Experience brand?

How ...
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Nov. 20, 2024

988: Digital Wellness & Student Success - with Arianna Huffington, Founder of The Huffington Post; Founder & CEO of Thrive Global

It's YOUR time to #EdUp!

In this episode, #988,

YOUR guest is ⁠⁠Arianna Huffington, Founder of The Huffington Post; Founder & CEO of Thrive Global
YOUR cohost is ⁠⁠Laura Ipsen⁠⁠, President & CEO, ⁠⁠Ellucian
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio

How can micro-steps improve student wellness & success?

What role does AI play in personalizing mental health support?

Why is digital wellness coaching effective for students?

How can universities integrate wellbeing into education?

What makes humans uniq...
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Oct. 29, 2024

975: Building Workforce Solutions - with Juliet Katherine Stipeche⁠, Director of Human Services & Executive Director Workforce Solutions, Gulf Coast Workforce Board, ⁠Houston-Galveston Area Council⁠

It's YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode, #975, brought to YOU by the ⁠⁠MSCHE 2024⁠⁠ conference, & the ⁠⁠InsightsEDU⁠⁠ 2025 conference

YOUR guest is Juliet Katherine Stipeche⁠, Director of Human Services & Executive Director Workforce Solutions, Gulf Coast Workforce Board, ⁠Houston-Galveston Area Council
YOUR cohost is ⁠Dr. Michelle Cantu-Wilson⁠, Vice President of Education & Workforce, ⁠Outreach Strategists, LLC
YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

How is the Gulf Coast Workforce Board servi...
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Oct. 1, 2024

958: Building Global Innovation Ecosystems - with Viviana Gropengiesser, CEO, Talent Kick

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode, #958, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference

YOUR guest is Viviana Gropengiesser⁠, CEO, ⁠Talent Kick⁠
YOUR cohost is ⁠Rick Dwyer⁠, Fractional Revenue Executive, ⁠Background Performer
YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

How is Talent Kick fostering entrepreneurship among Swiss university students?

What strategies does Talent Kick employ to build strong, diverse startup teams?

How does the program balance technical skills with soft skill...
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Sept. 17, 2024

951: The Future of Work Meets Higher Ed - with Eddie Lin, Co-Founder, NexusEdge Education

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode, #951, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference

YOUR guest is ⁠Eddie Lin⁠, Co-Founder, ⁠NexusEdge Education
YOUR guest cohost is ⁠Dr. Daria J. Willis⁠, President, ⁠Howard Community College
YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

How is NexusEdge bridging the gap between employer needs & higher education curriculum?

What strategies can institutions use to integrate industry-recognized credentials into their programs?

How can community colleges...
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Sept. 9, 2024

946: The Future of Ed Tech - with Jeff Dinski⁠⁠, Chief Strategy & Corporate Development Officer, ⁠⁠Ellucian⁠⁠

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode, #946, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU 2025 conference

YOUR guest is ⁠Jeff Dinski⁠, Chief Strategy & Corporate Development Officer, ⁠Ellucian⁠
YOUR cohost is ⁠⁠⁠⁠Douglas A.J. Carlson⁠⁠⁠⁠, Head of Partnerships - Americas, ⁠⁠⁠⁠LeadSquared
YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio

How is Ellucian helping higher education institutions adapt to changing student needs & expectations?

What strategies is Jeff employing to drive innovation & growth at Ellucian?...
Guest: Jeff Dinski
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July 16, 2024

931: Opportunity Set B - with Jason Feifer, Editor in Chief, Entrepreneur Magazine

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode, #931, brought to YOU by the InsightsEDU⁠ 2025 conference,

YOUR guest is Jason Feifer, Editor in Chief, Entrepreneur Magazine

YOUR cohost is ⁠Jonaed Iqbal⁠, Talent Program Manager, ⁠NoDegree.com⁠
YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights
How can students & educators in higher education identify & leverage "opportunity set B" - the unasked opportunities available to them for growth?

How should higher education institutions te...
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July 2, 2024

925: Innovative Approaches to Financial Challenges- with Dr. Nancy Hubbard, Dean of the College of Business, University of Lynchburg, & Educational Consultant, Higher Ed Heart

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode, #925,

YOUR guest is Dr. Nancy Hubbard, Dean of the College of Business, University of Lynchburg, & Educational Consultant, Higher Ed Heart

YOUR cohost is ⁠⁠⁠Douglas A.J. Carlson⁠⁠⁠, Head of Partnerships - Americas, ⁠⁠⁠LeadSquared
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
How is the University of Lynchburg adapting to challenges facing higher education, including enrollment declines & financial pressures?

What strategies is Dr. Hubbard implementing to create...
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May 8, 2024

882: Lifelong Career Readiness - with Dr. Michelle Cheang, Director, Catalyze Challenge

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode, brought to YOU by Jenzabar's Annual Meeting (⁠JAM 2024⁠),

YOUR guest is ⁠Dr. Michelle Cheang, Director, Catalyze Challenge
YOUR cohost is Dr. Constance St. Germain, President, Capella University
YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Michelle Cantu-Wilson, Owner of Vida Consulting for Higher Education & Trustee at San Jacinto College,

How is Catalyze working to reimagine education & wraparound services for young people to unlock economic opportunity, especially for h...
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Jan. 31, 2024

805: What's Driving the College Value Debate - with Dr. Anthony P. Carnevale, Director & Research Professor, Georgetown University Center on Education & the Workforce

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode,

YOUR guest is Dr. Anthony P. Carnevale, Director & Research Professor, Georgetown University Center on Education & the Workforce
YOUR guest co-host is Dr. Chuck Ambrose⁠, Senior Education Consultant, ⁠Husch Blackwell⁠
YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠
YOUR sponsors are Ellucian Live 2024 & InsightsEDU

What are some political & cultural factors influencing current debates over college's worth?

Why is college transparency, more than ever, key for a...
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Oct. 17, 2023

726: The Excel Center - with Lisa Rusyniak, President & CEO at Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake, Inc.

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode,

YOUR guest is Lisa Rusyniak, President & CEO at Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake, Inc.
YOUR cohost is Dr. Janet Spriggs, President of Forsyth Technical Community College
YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠
YOUR sponsors are The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) & InsightsEDU

What is the Excel Center & how is it helping to provide a second chance for adult learners in Baltimore?

What are some other initiatives that Lisa her team are...
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Sept. 11, 2023

707: A 3 Year Bachelor's Degree - with Dr. Bruce C. Kusch, President of Ensign College

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode,

YOUR guest is Dr. Bruce C. Kusch, President of Ensign College
YOUR host is ⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio
YOUR sponsors are InsightsEDU & Commencement: The Beginning of a New Era In Higher Education!⁠

How was Bruce & his team able to create a 3 Year Bachelor's Degree?

Why should YOU take him up on his offer that can only be heard on #EdUp?

What does Bruce see as the future of Higher Education?

Listen in to #EdUp!

Thank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the...
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Sept. 8, 2023

705: Leading from the Heart - with Juliet Hall, Author of Own Your Opportunities

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode,

YOUR guest is Juliet Hall, Author of Own Your Opportunities
YOUR host is ⁠Dr. Michelle Cantu-Wilson, Owner of Vida Consulting for Higher Education & Trustee at San Jacinto College,

YOUR sponsors are InsightsEDU & Commencement: The Beginning of a New Era In Higher Education!⁠

What does Juliet mean when she talks about the importance of leading from the heart?

Why did Juliet write her book?

What does Juliet see as the future of Leadership?

Listen in ...
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Sept. 6, 2023

703: Create, Ask, & Play - with Larry Kasanoff, CEO of ⁠⁠Threshold Entertainment⁠⁠, Movie Producer, & Author of ⁠⁠A Touch of the Madness⁠⁠

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode,

YOUR guest is Larry Kasanoff, CEO of Threshold Entertainment, Movie Producer of films such as Terminator 2 Judgment Day, Platoon, True Lies, Dirty Dancing, & the Mortal Kombat film series, & Author of A Touch of the Madness: How to Be More Innovative in Work and Life . . . by Being a Little Crazy
YOUR guest cohost is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes
YOUR host is ⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio
YOUR sponsors are InsightsEDU & Commencement: The Beginning of a New Era In Higher...
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Aug. 21, 2023

694: The Human Capital Pipeline - with Dr. Darleen Opfer, Vice President & Director of Education & Labor at RAND

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode,

YOUR guest is Dr. Darleen Opfer, Vice President & Director of Education & Labor at RAND,

YOUR guest cohost is Dr. Joyce Jacobsen, Former President & current professor at Hobart & William Smith Colleges, & professor at Wesleyan University
YOUR host is ⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠
YOUR sponsor is Commencement: The Beginning of a New Era In Higher Education!
How can higher education make a better connection between education & labor?

How does RAND choose whic...
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Aug. 16, 2023

693: Higher Education Trends - with Cole Clark, Managing Director, Higher Education at Deloitte

It’s YOUR time to #EdUp

In this episode,

YOUR guest is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cole Clark, Managing Director, Higher Education at Deloitte⁠,

YOUR guest cohost is Dr. Bruce C. Kusch, President of Ensign College
YOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio
YOUR sponsor is Commencement: The Beginning of a New Era In Higher Education!
What are the trends, challenges, & opportunities shaping higher education?

What's the number one force needed to create instructional change?

What does Cole see as the future of High...