ASU+GSV Summit

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Charles Elliott, Head of Industry at Google.

The session explored how generative AI has moved beyond the hype, ushering in a new wave of agentic and multimodal experiences that have transformed how we interact with information and each other. Charles Elliott addressed common misconceptions surrounding generative AI and showcased practical applications, including intelligent agents, avatar creation, personalized learning styles, code recommendation tools, and more. The session provided insights into the evolution of generative AI in education—highlighting where it has been and where it is headed.

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Akshay Kirtikar, Senior Product Manager at Google, and Mary Spence, Program Manager at Google.

The session explored Google's belief that AI should benefit everyone, highlighting free tools like the Gemini app and NotebookLM as part of their full-stack AI solution. The speakers discussed how faculty and students could leverage Google AI tools to transform the way they work, teach, and learn—from accelerating research and literature reviews to drafting lesson plans and creating study guides.

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Jon Woodard, Executive Director of Emerging Technology Initiatives at Wolfram Research, Inc.; Jill Barshay, Columnist at the Hechinger Report; Geoff Converse, Senior AI Scientist at Finetune by Prometric; Jiani Hou, Principal of US Online Campus at Think Academy; and Sean Davenport, Superintendent at NYC Public Schools.

The speakers explored how advancements in AI are transforming math education—an area historically resistant to automation. The panel discussed how new technologies are helping overcome long-standing challenges in mathematical reasoning and complex equation generation. They highlighted the potential for AI to support both students and teachers, and examined the increasing focus on applied statistics and data science in high school math pathways. The session offered insights into how these innovations are connecting math to real-world applications and reshaping the future of math instruction.

Literacy at Light Speed: Scaling Personalized Reading Success

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Anne Wicks, The Don Evans Family Managing Director, Opportunity and Democracy at the George W. Bush Institute; Mindy Sjoblom, Founder and CEO at OnYourMark; Nick Gaehde, President at Lexia; Stephanie Downey Toledo, Superintendent at Central Falls Schools District; Mark Angel, CEO & Founder at Amira Learning; and Viv Ramakrishnan, Co-Founder and CEO at Project Read AI.

The speakers examined how the Science of Reading is transforming literacy instruction and addressed the critical question of how to deliver personalized, high-impact instruction at scale. The session highlighted research-based tools, scalable frameworks, and proven strategies that district leaders, literacy innovators, and researchers are using to accelerate progress for all learners. Attendees gained actionable insights for ensuring that no student is left behind—and for driving meaningful improvements in literacy outcomes.

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Christina Grant, Executive Director at CEPR – Harvard University; Rahul Kalita, Co-Founder at Tutored by Teachers; Susanna Loeb, Professor at Stanford University; Marc Sternberg, Co-Founder & Managing Director at A-Street; Anthony Smith, Deputy Superintendent at Denver Public Schools; and Sohan Choudhury, Co-founder and CEO at Flint.

The speakers explored the strategies and conditions that make tutoring programs effective in driving student success. Drawing from real-world examples, they discussed scalable models and innovative approaches that are delivering measurable results. The session emphasized how tutoring, when designed and implemented thoughtfully, can become a cornerstone of educational equity and a transformative force in student learning outcomes.

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Lisa Schumacher, Director of Education Strategies & Workforce Policy at McDonald's Corporation; Maria Anguiano, Senior Advisor at Arizona State University; Maria Flynn, President & CEO at Jobs for the Future; Ryan Stowers, Senior Vice President at Stand Together; and Gary Eimerman, Chief Learning Officer at Multiverse.

The speakers explored how, amid stagnating college attendance and completion rates, more individuals are entering the workforce early to avoid student debt—shifting the responsibility for career growth and education to employers. They discussed how frontline roles in industries like fast food, skilled trades, and customer service are becoming powerful platforms for learning and advancement. The session highlighted how employers are creating meaningful pathways to upward mobility, playing a vital role in reshaping the workforce and rebuilding the middle class.

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Shravan Goli, Chief Executive Officer at Colibri Group; Max Wessel, Co-CEO at Degreed; Kenneth Schumacher, Founder & CEO at Ropes AI; and Taryn Hess, Principal, Talent Enablement & Transformation at EPAM Systems.

The speakers discussed how today’s fast-changing work environment has made it increasingly difficult to find candidates who meet every qualification out of the gate. They emphasized the importance of hiring for “slope”—a person’s potential and the speed at which they realize it—rather than solely for static credentials. The session explored how leaders can identify high-potential talent and equip them with the tools and support needed to accelerate performance and thrive amid ongoing transformation.

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Kimberley Gregorie, CEO at KWG Advisors; Marissa Farrar, Chief People Officer at Turnitin; Debbie Lovich, Managing Director and Senior Partner at BCG; and Ashley Chiampo, Chief Learning Officer at Emeritus.

The speakers explored how organizations can overcome performance and retention challenges by adopting a purpose-driven approach to employee engagement. They examined the consequences of disengagement—from cultural issues to mentorship gaps and declining business performance—and emphasized the value of viewing employees as central to long-term success. The session offered actionable strategies for creating an environment where people feel deeply connected to their work and mission, fostering motivation, strengthening retention, and driving meaningful business outcomes.

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Rob Lauber, CEO at XLO Global LLC; Rebecca Scales, Director of Capability Development at Procore Technologies; Michael Ioffe, Co-founder and CEO at Arist; and Bharani Rajakumar, CEO at Transfr.

The speakers explored how today’s innovations are reshaping the learning landscape by meeting learners where they are—whether through XR, mobile-first platforms, or adaptive courses. They discussed how learning has never been one-size-fits-all, as individuals vary in styles, schedules, and environments. The session highlighted how cutting-edge tools are transforming workspaces into classrooms, delivering personalized, in-the-flow learning experiences that empower individuals to grow on their own terms.

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this session featured Jason Spyres, CEO at Tap3d (Training All People); Austin Ashley, Head of Digital Learning & Innovation, Bain Academy at Bain & Company; Mark Atkinson, CEO at Mursion; Jessica Lindl, VP of Ecosystem Growth at Unity Technologies; and Janelle Simmonds, Global Enablement Lead, Future Workforce & Academic Strategy at Siemens Digital Industries Software.

The panel explored how learning at work doesn’t have to feel like a chore—it can be engaging, high-impact, and effective. Leaders from workforce learning startups and corporate learning teams shared innovative strategies for making workplace education immersive and enjoyable. The session highlighted approaches such as gamification, AI-driven personalization, social learning, and VR simulations, demonstrating how traditional training is being transformed into dynamic, employee-driven experiences.