Leadership in a Hurricane of a Different Sort

A year ago, October 9, 2024, Hurricane Milton swept across the State of Florida. The eye passed just south of Orlando, the site of the Leadership in Higher Education conference. With less than 24 hours to spare, with the airport and the city boarding itself up, conference organizers made the wise but difficult decision to cancel the event. They effectively postponed the event by one year, to reconvene in Philadelphia. And that moment has arrived.

 

And, wow... how the higher ed universe has changed since October of '24.  We find ourselves in a hurricane of a different sort.

 

Looking at the agenda for this week, many of the topics to be discussed, at this new moment, are outright brave. 

 

LHE in Philadelphia will be an important conference. We look forward to hearing academic leaders talk about the challenges they face for the road ahead. This content is vital.

 

InfoReady serves over 250 universities across America. With those universities increasingly using our platform for academic workflows, our company is proud to be powering the management of vital programs for academics and for retention of at-risk students. We believe we are helping our clients to keep the lamp of learning burning. And we are eager to do more.

 

The LHE Conference is known for its practical, forward-thinking approach to leadership development. This year’s agenda is packed with sessions designed to help academic leaders navigate tight budgets, rapid technological shifts, and growing demands for inclusivity and student success. Attendees will engage in plenary presentations, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities that foster collaboration and real-world problem-solving.

 

Topics range from managing institutional culture and climate to promoting equity, improving retention, and developing leadership skills for new and mid-career administrators. What makes this conference especially valuable is its focus on actionable insights so that attendees leave with tools they can immediately apply to their institutions. The energy and engagement from past years suggest that this year’s event will be no different.

 

For InfoReady, the LHE Conference aligns perfectly with our mission to accelerate academic and pedagogic innovation by bringing a solution for collaboration and efficiency. 

 

As institutions strive to adapt and lead in a rapidly evolving landscape, InfoReady provides the infrastructure to support that transformation. Our platform helps universities streamline everything from undergraduate research grants, to managing honors programs, to facilitating promotion and tenure decisions.

 

In the context of LHE, InfoReady empowers academic leaders to turn ideas into impact. Whether it’s launching a new initiative to support first-generation college students, supporting faculty development, or coordinating cross-campus engagement, our tools make it easier to manage complex workflows and drive results. We help institutions move faster, stay organized, and make data-informed decisions that support long-term success.

 

As the conference unfolds, we’ll be excited to connect with leaders who are shaping the future of higher education. The challenges are real—but so are the opportunities. And with the right tools and partnerships, institutions can rise to meet them.

 

If you’re attending LHE this week, we’d love to hear how your institution is approaching leadership and innovation. Let’s talk about how InfoReady can support your goals and help you lead with confidence.