Upcoming Webinar

Harnessing External Influences in 2025 to Enhance Your Strategic Advantage

Thursday, June 12th | 2pm ET
In 2025, understanding external influences is more critical than ever. Join us for this webinar as we explore the evolving landscape of higher education, highlighting the significance of external influences such as changing demography, academic program preferences, increased competition, a fluid policy environment, and varying perception in the market.
 
You'll gain insights into:
 
  • Demographic shifts that may impact your institution
  • Ways to analyze the relationship between academic program demand and the labor market
  • Navigating reputation, brand, competition, and price sensitivity
  • Understanding the influence of federal, state, and accreditation policies
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Who You’ll Hear From

Jessica Ickes
Vice President, Market and Research Services, RNL
Jessica Ickes assists RNL clients in taking a data-informed approach to their enrollment planning and new program development initiatives. Jessica has collaborated with colleges and universities on survey research, academic program development and prioritization, and the use of internal and external data to inform strategy and planning.
Ken Newbold, PhD
Assistant Vice President, Market and Research Services, RNL
Dr. Ken Newbold joined RNL in 2023, bringing more than 22 years of academic leadership experience. Ken assists RNL clients with research needs in the areas of academic program development, enrollment trends, and academic planning. Previously, he served as provost and chief academic officer at Benedictine University and provost and executive vice president at Goshen College.