North Carolina Community College System Conference
13 - 15 Oct, 2024
Raleigh
Presenters
Ardis Kadiu
Devin Purgason
Abe Dones
Location
North Carolina
Join the Element451 team in various session during the North Carolina Community College System Conference! Element451's Founder and CEO, Ardis Kadiu, is headlining two separate sessions looking at the many different impactful ways AI can impact overall student engagement.
Moving to a Modern, AI-Powered CRM
Join us as Durham Tech reveals its transformative journey with an AI-powered CRM platform. Learn how this modern solution has driven increased enrollment, improved student persistence, and bolstered applicant completion rates.
Learning Outcomes:
- Gain an understanding of the impact of an AI-powered CRM on enrollment, attendance tracking, and student persistence.
- Learn how to personalize student connections using modern CRM solutions.
- Explore strategies to improve applicant completion rates with AI-driven tools.
AI-Powered Conversations: Enhancing Student Engagement at Johnston Community College
Explore Johnston Community College innovative use of AI chatbots in student engagement. Discover how tools like Element451's BoltBot is revolutionizing admissions by providing communication and fostering connections with prospective students.
Learning Outcomes:
- Learn to deploy AI chatbots effectively to enhance student engagement and communication.
- Gain insights into selecting and integrating an AI chatbot aligned with institutional goals.
- Understand the role of 24/7 AI-driven communication throughout the admissions processes into student success.
Forsyth Tech's Journey to Holistic Student Connections
Explore Forsyth Tech's adoption of a holistic engagement system powered by AI and CRM solutions from Element451. This session offers strategies for leveraging AI to amplify human efforts, ultimately driving enrollment and student success in a competitive landscape.
Learning Outcomes:
- Explore the benefits of integrating AI and CRM for holistic student engagement.
- Learn how to personalize communications and advising processes using AI tools.
- Understand strategies for enhancing equitable access and fostering a culture of inclusivity through technology.
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