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April 2026
HERDI: Seattle
Spring in Seattle! Just before AACC, we gathered once again with our HERDI Advisory Board, Client Partners, and Sponsors. Learn what happened in this post.
Creating Space for Trust, Candor, and Meaningful Collaboration: HERDI Spring in Seattle
Our Spring 2026 HERDI Meeting in Seattle was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when community college leadership and industry partners come together with intention. The […]
HERDI Fall Meeting in New Orleans Packed With Good Vibes
A bumper crop of new companies joined HERDI for our fall meeting in New Orleans on October 20 through 22nd. […]
October 2025: HERDI Innovate in Denver
We wrapped up an incredible HERDI Innovate meeting in Denver, October 2–4!Over the course of 16 panels, we welcomed 4 brand-new companies, […]
Compelling AI Strategies for Student Success
This is a reflection from Dr. Jim Catanzaro on his second ACUE webinar on the topic of AI and higher education.
AI Can Transform Higher Ed and the Workplace
This is my third blog post on generative AI and higher ed. So far each HERDI blog post is derived from a webinar I moderated hosted by ACUE.
College Financial Sustainability and AI
By Jim Catanzaro, Executive Director, HERDI SouthFebruary 2024 College leaders from across the country are facing some strong financial headwinds: […]
The Impact of Gen AI on College Leadership, Teaching, and Technology
By Jim Catanzaro, Executive Director of HERDI SouthApril 2024 I believe we are at an inflection point. While recognizing the threats […]
Lee Lambert, Artificial Intelligence, and PASI
This spring, we wrapped up Jim Catanzaro’s blog series on artificial intelligence (AI) and higher education. During the ACUE webinar series, […]
HERDI Innovate: Expanding Our Family and Strengthening Partnerships in Chicago
The last week in September, HERDI Innovate held an inspiring meeting in Chicago, filled with meaningful discussions, fresh ideas, and […]