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The Gray Accelerator Series: Rev Up Growth and Efficiency
Rev up the full potential of your institution with the Gray Accelerator Series featuring webinars and appearances on the GROW GROW GROW podcast designed exclusively for higher-education leaders. These will feature experts from Ad Astra, Rize, and Evidence in Motion, alongside proven innovators from colleges and universities.
Join us for practical insights and strategies you can implement immediately to accelerate enrollment growth, increase revenue, and improve student outcomes. Hear directly from the leaders who made it happen and the experts who helped!
Who Should Attend?
If youβre responsible for shaping your institutionβs future, this webinar series is for you.
- Provosts
- Presidents
- CFOs
- Deans
- Institutional Researchers
- Marketing Leaders
- Admissions Leaders
- Trustees
Series Schedule
Each event starts at 2 pm Eastern
September 27 and 28: Ad Astra
β¨Accelerate Graduation Rates Through Student-Centered Scheduling
- Community College Focus: September 27
Guests:Β Dr. Susan English, Ad Astra andΒ Dr. Laura Boyer, Northeast Lakeview College - Four-Year Institutions: September 28β¨
Guests: Sarah Collins, Ad Astra and David Short, Lamar University
October 31: Rizeβ¨
Grow Revenue with Market-Responsive Majors
Guest Speakers: Charlie Anastasi, VP of Revenue, Rize
November 16: All-Star Panel
β¨Gray DI, Ad Astra, Rize, and Evidence In Motion join forces for an illuminating panel discussion focusing on accelerating enrollment growth, launching a new program, and student outcomes.
November 30: Evidence in Motion
β¨Get New Programs Through Accreditation
β¨Guests: John Childs, Founder of Evidence In Motion, and Rodney Rogers, President of Bowling Green State University
Why You Canβt Afford to Miss This
- Expert Insights: Gain invaluable perspectives from higher-education thought leaders.
- Actionable Strategies: Learn practical solutions you can implement right away.
- Networking: Connect with other higher-education leaders facing the same challenges.
- Case Studies: Hear success stories from other educational institutions.
How to Register
- Reserve Your Spot: Fill in the registration form to secure your place.
- Tune In: Use the link youβll receive in your confirmation email to attend the live session.
Donβt miss this opportunity to accelerate your institutionβs growth and efficiency. Reserve your spot today.
Watch Our Previous Accelerator Webinar: All-Star Panel
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Accelerating Student Completions
Ad Astra provides institutions with the guidance to creating student-centered schedules to accelerate completions.

Growing Revenue
Rize Education helps colleges grow enrollment and increase revenue by launching in-demand degree programs. Partner colleges are able to offer the majors students, and employers, want in as quickly as one semester for a fraction of the traditional cost through a collaborative course-sharing model.

Accelerate Innovation
Evidence In Motion is a learning solutions company in the graduate health care education space, powering hybrid accelerated and innovative degree programs in partnership with leading universities and colleges across the nation.
Our Thought Leaders Speak: Articles on Growth and Data in Higher Education

Optimizing Faculty Resources: Seven Key Questions for Strategic Growth
Making strategic decisions about faculty hiring can be challenging, but asking the right questions can ease the process and help avoid costly mistakes. Consider key factors like enrollment trends, instructional costs, course overlap, and institutional priorities. By leveraging data on student credit hours, faculty workloads, and departmental costs, institutions can make informed choices that balance academic needs with financial sustainability. A thoughtful, data-informed approach can streamline faculty management and support long-term success.

The Fiscal Fitness Formula for Colleges: Enrollment, Efficiency, and Margin Growth
Fiscal fitness isnβt just about balancing budgetsβitβs about ensuring long-term sustainability and student success. With enrollment growth rebounding and greater opportunities to improve efficiency, institutions have a prime opportunity to strengthen their financial health. Targeted enrollment strategies, smarter resource allocation, and academic efficiencies can drive operating margins without resorting to program cuts. Now is the time to rethink investments in marketing, retention, and faculty workloads to build a stronger, more resilient institution.

Higher Education’s Hottest New Program Announcements: What Trended in 2024
Explore the innovative programs colleges and universities are offering in 2024 to meet shifting student interests and workforce demands. From advancements in healthcare and technology to addressing critical societal needs, institutions are expanding their offerings in areas like Artificial Intelligence, Public Health, and Environmental Science. Discover the most notable new programs that are equipping learners with the skills to thrive in a rapidly changing worldβand see whatβs next on the horizon for higher education.

Gray DI’s Winning Formula: Identifying the Next Big Academic Program Trends
Explore how emerging academic programs are shaping the future of education, as Gray DI reflects on past predictions and their impact. From the transformative rise of Applied AI and the Creator Economy to the evolving fields of Disinformation Intelligence, Space Commercialization, and Cellular Agriculture, this exploration highlights successes, challenges, and unexpected shifts. Gain insights into how institutions can adapt to innovation, embrace new opportunities, and position themselves at the forefront of change in a dynamic educational landscape.

Stop Cutting Programs: A Smarter Approach to Cost Reduction in Higher Education
Facing financial challenges? You’re not alone. Many institutions are struggling to increase revenue and reduce costs, and traditional cost-cutting measures like program cuts often do more harm than good. These cuts fail to consider the complex web of revenue generators and resources within an institution. By gaining a deep understanding of program economics, colleges and universities can identify hidden opportunities for growth, optimize faculty workload, and make strategic adjustments that ensure long-term financial sustainability.

Trending Now: Creator Economy College Programs Are Growing
The creator economy, projected to skyrocket to $78.91 billion by 2031, is transforming career opportunities, and higher education is rising to meet the moment. From degrees in digital media influence to certificates in influencer marketing, colleges are crafting programs that blend creativity with cutting-edge skills like AI, marketing, and content creation. As influencers redefine modern celebrity and employers prioritize social media expertise, these programs are shaping the next generation of industry leaders in a dynamic and ever-evolving field.