Leading & Scaling Innovation: Critical Skills for Today’s Online Leader

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In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, the intersection of leadership and innovation has become paramount for institutions striving to remain competitive and relevant. This insightful panel discussion will examine the dynamics between leadership and innovation, offering insights, frameworks, and strategies to cultivate a culture of innovation and sustain it over the long term. The webinar will go beyond the theoretical and provide practical guidance on navigating the change management process by identifying scalable innovations and then overcoming common challenges associated with scaling and firmly planting ideas that can serve an institution and its students, faculty, and staff for years to come. 

Because collaboration lies at the heart of innovation, this webinar is designed to be highly interactive, so that participants will have the opportunity to not only receive foundational knowledge on innovation frameworks and how they apply to the higher education context, but also how to use them. Ultimately, this session can serve as a catalyst for organizational transformation, offering a holistic approach to leadership, innovation, and collaboration that can be taken back to home institutions for immediate use. By embracing innovation as a strategic imperative and cultivating a culture that values experimentation and learning, institutions of higher education can adapt to our evolving landscape and thrive in an increasingly competitive environment. Join us in this transformative journey towards building sustainable, long-term innovative environments.

Key Takeaways:

After attending this webinar, participants will be able to: 

  • Define innovation in the context of online higher education and its key drivers. 
  • Explore theoretical frameworks for fostering a culture of innovation.
  • Explore the process of scaling educational innovations and overcoming common challenges.
  • Provide practical strategies for leadership in driving sustainable innovation.

Intended Audience: 

Leaders in digital learning

Speaker Bio
(Moderator) Andrew Wiss, PhD, EdM
Assistant Dean for Academic Innovation – George Washington University

Dr. Wiss is the Assistant Dean for Academic Innovation and a Professorial Lecturer in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the George Washington University (GW). His professional work, research, and teaching centers on the use of emerging technologies to enhance learning and the roles that design, motivation, and organizational structure can play in supporting individual and team performance. Dr. Wiss directs interprofessional education for the Milken Institute School of Public Health and is co-director of university-wide IPE efforts at GW.
Bettyjo Bouchey, EdD
Chief Officer of Professional & Continuing Education – University of Vermont

Dr. Bouchey is the Chief Professional & Continuing Education (PACE) Officer at University of Vermont. As one of the longest-standing PACE units in higher education, the team serves the institution offering high-quality online and hybrid non- and degree offerings in collaboration with the university’s academic units and institutes, workforce development, and lifelong learning opportunities to Vermont residents and beyond. Dr. Bouchey holds a B.A. in Psychology from the University at Albany, an M.B.A. in Entrepreneurship from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and a Doctorate in Education from Northeastern University. Her research interests include the nature and future of organizational structures of online units in institutions of higher education, as well as inventive and high-impact pedagogical practice in online teaching, inclusive of artificial intelligence and machine learning. Dr. Bouchey writes and is widely quoted in the academic and popular press; her articles and curriculum vitae can be accessed here: www.drbouchey.com.
Maricel Lawrence, EdD
Innovation Catalyst – Purdue Global

Dr. Lawrence is a dynamic innovator and executive leader passionately dedicated to shaping the future of education and work. As the Innovation Catalyst at Purdue Global, she spearheads cutting-edge strategies, programs, and initiatives with global impact. Her expertise lies in fostering diverse teams to envision, craft, and execute forward-thinking solutions that address the evolving needs of learners and industries. Dr. Lawrence holds a bachelor’s degree in Spanish from Indiana University, a master’s degree in adult education and training from Colorado State University, and a Doctor of Education in Leadership & Innovation at Arizona State University. She has also completed futures training with the Institute for the Future and earned a Professional Certificate in Strategic Foresight from the University of Houston.