Jenny welcomes Tara Mikaelian and Hattie Wilkinson from Sprout Social to unpack the powerful role of social media data in higher ed marketing. They dive into why this data matters, how it connects to institutional goals, and how social media managers can use real-time insights to drive strategy, demonstrate ROI, and advocate for their role. With real-world examples and actionable tips, this conversation offers a fresh take on using social data as a strategic tool rather than just a performance report.

Guest Names: 
Hattie Wilkinson, Senior Solutions Engineer, Sprout Social 
Tara Mikaelian, Sr. Enterprise Account Executive, Sprout Social 

Guest Socials: 
Hattie LinkedIn
Tara LinkedIn

Guest Bios: 
Hattie Wilkinson is a social media expert with over 10 years of experience across diverse industries. In her current role as a Solutions Engineer at Sprout Social, she collaborates closely with higher education social teams, leveraging Sprout Social’s capabilities to streamline workflows and establish the tangible ROI of their social initiatives. Hattie’s passion lies in all things social data and helping social teams navigate the ever-evolving social landscape.

Tara Mikaelian is a seasoned social media strategist with over six years of experience driving digital engagement across a range of industries. In her current role as a Growth & Strategy Partner at Sprout Social, she works with higher education institutions to optimize their social media efforts—streamlining operations, unifying data, and demonstrating the measurable cross-institutional impact of their work. Guided by a passion for using technology to empower deeper human connection, Tara is dedicated to helping organizations simplify complexity and elevate their impact.

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