University Network Summit 2025

Be a Speaker

We’re not just looking for speakers—we’re seeking bold thinkers who can challenge the status quo and inspire action to an audience of forward-thinking leaders, educators, and innovators eager to co-create solutions that redefine the future of education. At the University Network Summit, we believe the most impactful sessions come from real-world insights and collaborative dialogue.

Here’s how we’re doing things differently from other conferences:
  • Shaped by Attendees: Our programming is designed with input from the people who matter most—our attendees. As registrations roll in, we’re gathering feedback to shape topics and discussions that align with their biggest challenges and interests.
  • Collaborative and Dynamic: This isn’t just about delivering a talk—it’s about sparking meaningful conversations. Whether you’re sharing case studies, leading workshops, or facilitating panels, your voice will drive engagement and solutions that resonate.

Share your ideas, connect with leaders, and help us create a summit that inspires action and delivers what matters most.

At last year’s post-OPM event in Washington, D.C., we were honored to host a distinguished lineup of speakers who shared their expertise and insights. Some of those speakers included:

Doug Lederman

Editor & Co-Founder of Inside Higher Ed

Gautam Tambay

CEO & Co-Founder at Springboard

James Richard Kvaal

Under Secretary at U.S. Department of Education

Julian Thompson

Senior Director, Strategy Development at UNCF Institute for Capacity Building

Kate Valenti

Chief Executive Officer at Unicon

Melissa Loble

Chief Academic Officer at Instructure

Phil Hill

Educational Technology Consultant at Phil Hill & Associates

Ramon Vinluan

Ramon Vinluan U.S. Head of Education and Government, Marketing Solutions at LinkedIn

Ted Mitchell

President at American Council on Education