On Thursday 7th July, we headed up to Manchester for the AUA 2022 Annual Conference and Exhibition. This was another packed two days, where we had the opportunity to connect with Higher Education professionals from around the country.
This is a time of change for every industry, but none more so than the Higher Education sector. The theme of the conference reflected this, as it asked, ‘What now? Shaping our future’. With numerous University clients, we were excited to learn more about how the industry was adapting.
The opening plenary was a great opportunity to hear about how the sector was evolving. Following the story of NMITE, Chief Operating Officer James Newby considered what it meant to ‘Shape the Future’. How should organisations take what they have learned in the past and apply it to the future? Needless to say, this was very relevant to the current education landscape!
This engaging speech set the tone for the conference. We were able to experience some great working sessions and panel discussions on a range of issues. From managing student complaints to orchestrating successful graduations, we saw first-hand the resilience and adaptability of the sector.
As always, the conference was also a fantastic opportunity to connect with people. With old friends and new faces, we had a wonderful time networking with existing customers and new potential clients.
Thank you to everyone involved in the conference! We look forward to seeing you again soon!
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