Jamie Boggs and Timothy Davis unpack some of the most commonly misunderstood and misrepresented statistics in education. They’ll explore which metrics are often skewed (and why), strategies for interpreting them accurately, and practical ways to ensure you truly understand the data you’re using. Whether you’re making strategic decisions, presenting to stakeholders, or evaluating program success, this discussion will equip you with the tools to identify potential pitfalls and leverage data with clarity and confidence.

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

In this episode of EduData, Jamie Boggs and Timothy Davis sit down with Vanessa Didyk (CEO) and Garvel Kindrick (Head of Enrollment Data) from ZeeMee, the student engagement platform transforming college admissions. Together, they dive deep into how ZeeMee leverages behavioral signals, machine learning, and a student-first design to deliver astonishing insights — like predicting commitment with 90% precision.

From decoding engagement patterns to understanding the power of a low-index applicant, the discussion uncovers how ZeeMee’s new multi-stage predictive models can shape recruiting strategies, reduce melt, and even anticipate alumni giving before students apply. Plus, the team shares a peek behind the curtain at the tech and talent powering this innovation.

Whether you're an enrollment leader, data enthusiast, or just love the intersection of education and technology, this episode is packed with actionable insights and future-ready thinking.

Guest Names: 
Vanessa Didyk, CEO, ZeeMee 
Garvel Kindrick, Head of Enrollment Data, ZeeMee

Guest Bios: 
Vanessa Didyk is the CEO of ZeeMee, the leading social engagement platform helping students find their community and thrive in college. With 20 years of experience leading technology companies in the San Francisco Bay Area, Vanessa has built a reputation for driving innovation and fostering strong, mission-driven cultures. Throughout her career, she has focused on using technology to solve complex challenges in education, from democratizing access to quality instruction, to increasing access to college, to deepening student engagement, to developing actionable predictive analytics. At ZeeMee, she blends her passion for data-driven insights with a deep commitment to student success, partnering with colleges nationwide to improve enrollment, retention, and the overall student experience. Known for her transparent, people-first leadership style, Vanessa is dedicated to building high-performing teams that deliver meaningful impact.

Garvel Kindrick, Head of Enrollment Data at ZeeMee, has built a career around the power of data in enrollment success. Since joining ZeeMee in 2018, he has helped partners optimize recruitment by managing data flow and analyzing engagement within the ZeeMee Community platform. With 27 years in higher education at Georgetown College - including roles as VP for Enrollment and SACS Accreditation Liaison - and 7 years at Ruffalo Noel Levitz advising 200+ institutions, Garvel brings deep expertise in admissions, institutional research, and strategic planning. A former president of both the Kentucky AIR and KACRAO, he’s been honored for his service and leadership across the field.

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

Google Tag Manager (GTM) is the hidden powerhouse behind effective analytics, especially in higher education. In this session, we demystify GTM and show how it empowers your team to collect richer, more meaningful data without relying on developers. Learn how GTM enables you to track the student journey, customize event tracking, and capture the insights that matter. Whether you're just getting started or looking to clean up your current setup, this webinar will help you take control of your data strategy with GTM as the foundation.‍

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

In the complex world of higher education, data is your most valuable asset. But how do you connect the dots between your CRM, admissions software, marketing platforms, and more? This interactive webinar will demystify the software you use every day by showing you how it's designed. Discover how your data works together and unlock powerful insights for data-driven decisions.

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

Every email, text message, and outreach effort plays a role in shaping a prospective student’s journey — but how can colleges truly measure which actions make the biggest impact?

In this episode, Jamie and Tim walk through how machine learning can be applied to analyze the effectiveness of recruitment efforts, helping institutions understand which strategies drive completed applications and boost enrollment.We’ll take a hands-on look at the analytical process, from collecting  data to building models that measure the true influence of different touchpoints.

Whether your team is just starting to explore data-driven decision-making or looking to refine existing strategies, this session will provide valuable insights into connecting outreach efforts to enrollment outcomes.

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

Parents are more involved than ever. Keeping them engaged can make or break your class. Dave Becker, CEO and co-founder of Campus ESP, joins the podcast to explore his takeaways from last year and share best practices for 2025. The importance of communication with parents, the impact of COVID-19 on expectations, and how data can inform strategies for better engagement. The conversation also explores the role of AI in personalizing communication and the significance of financial transparency in the decision-making process for families. 

Read Dave’s Insights: https://www.campusesp.com/blog/top-trends-2025

Guest Name: Dave Becker, CEO and co-founder of CampusESP

Guest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dbecker43

Guest Bio: Dave Becker is the CEO and co-founder of CampusESP, which provides parent and family engagement platforms to 450+ major universities, and has supported communication to 15 million parents. Dave has over 25 years of EdTech experience and was formerly the SVP of Product at Ellucian, and has had the opportunity to visit and present at over 300 different colleges, campuses and conferences around the world.

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

In this episode, Timothy and Jamie discuss the significance of the International House at UC Berkeley with its Executive Director, Shaun Carver. The conversation explores the history and mission of the International House, the current state of international students in the U.S., the value of diversity in education, and the economic impact of international students. Shaun shares insights on why international students choose U.S. institutions, the contrasting perceptions of American education domestically and internationally, and the importance of creating inclusive environments for all students. The episode concludes with a look at future trends for international students and actionable steps for admissions professionals to foster international student relationships.

Guest Name: Shaun R Carver, EdD, MBA, Executive Director & CEO, International House, University of California, Berkeley\

Guest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauncarver

Guest Bio: Shaun Carver is currently Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the International House at University of California Berkeley and has been in the role since August 2020. He served as Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs in the Rady School of Management, UC San Diego (2017-2020), and as Executive Director of the Hult International Business School (Boston, New York, San Francisco, Shanghai; 2013-2017), where he oversaw 750 students representing 82 countries. Before that, he served in leadership positions in institutions of international higher education in China (2002-2013) at the University of International Business and Economics in Beijing, Tsinghua University, and the Sino-British College of the University of Shanghai Science and Technology (USST).

Shaun received his B.A. (High Technology Management), and an M.B.A. from California State University, San Marcos. He is currently pursuing a doctorate in education (Ed.D.) at the University of Southern California.

Shaun’s father is American and his mother British, thereby allowing Shaun to hold citizenship in both the United States and the United Kingdom. As a child, the family moved around often, within the U.S., and lived for two years in Ireland. Shaun traveled widely during his years in Asia, through China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Mongolia, Japan, and many other countries throughout the continent. He feels at home in cross-cultural situations.

He met his wife, Bei Bei Zheng, in Shanghai.  Her family, originally from the seaport city of Wenzhou, is also international, with some members currently living in Italy. Their two children, LiAnne (age 8) and James Maxwell [Max] (age 6), are comfortable in multicultural environments, spending significant time with family in China, Italy, and the U.S.

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

Welcome to 2025! In this first recorded episode of the new year, Timothy and Jamie dive into higher education's unexpected comeback. They discuss the corrected National Student Clearinghouse report revealing undergrad enrollment is up and costs are down. From dual enrollment misclassifications to the importance of transparency in data reporting, they explore lessons for data professionals. Plus, hear their take on the optimism buzzing in higher ed and what it means for the industry moving forward. Don't miss this insightful start to the new year!

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

In this episode of The Edu Data Podcast, Timothy and Jamie dive deep into the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education's (WICHE) latest report, Knocking at the College Door. They explore key findings on the projected decline of high school graduates across the U.S. from 2023 to 2041, take a closer look at the meticulous methodology behind WICHE's projections, and discuss implications of those projections.

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.

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95.9% of website home pages have accessibility failures. That’s because accessibility isn’t part of the design process.

In this episode of the Edgy Data Podcast, Timothy Davis speaks with Eugene Woo, CEO of Vengage, about the importance of accessibility in website and document design, and how higher ed pros can ensure their content can be consumed by everyone.

WHO disabilities report: https://www.who.int/teams/noncommunicable-diseases/sensory-functions-disability-and-rehabilitation/world-report-on-disability

CDC disabilities report: https://archive.cdc.gov/www_cdc_gov/media/releases/2018/p0816-disability.html

ADA accessibility fines article: https://www.adatitleiii.com/2024/06/federal-court-website-accessibility-lawsuit-filings-took-a-dip-in-2023/

DOE OCR article: https://www.highereddive.com/news/OCR-title-ix-complaints-top-others-2022/649116/

WebAIM report: https://webaim.org/projects/million/

Guest Name: Eugene Woo, CEO at Venngage

Guest Social: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/yjwoo

Guest Bio: Eugene is an engineer and visual storytelling enthusiast. He founded Venngage to address the challenges many face in design. His platform empowers users — regardless of experience — to transform ideas into engaging, accessibility-compliant visuals. With Venngage, Eugene aims to make visual communication more accessible and impactful for everyone.

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Jamie Boggs
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiewboggs/

Timothy Davis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davis-timothy/

About The Enrollify Podcast Network:
The EduData Podcast is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too!

Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.