Sunday Sessions IV | April 13 | 3:10 PM - 4:00 PM ET

Sunday Session 4A | Sunday Session 4B

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Sunday Session 4A | Strategic Financial Planning for Higher Education: Navigating Enrollment Increases and Campus Master Plans

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Description 

As higher education institutions face the challenge of increasing enrollments, it becomes crucial to implement effective financial strategies to accommodate growth and ensure sustainability. This session will provide insights into strategic financial planning, focusing on the implementation of Campus Master Plans and the prioritization of operating and capital elements.

Learning Objectives

  1. Gain a deeper understanding of the financial challenges and opportunities associated with enrollment increases
  2. Learn how to develop and implement a Campus Master Plan that aligns with institutional goals
  3. Discover effective methods for prioritizing financial elements to achieve the greatest impact

Speakers

Michael Nicolescu, Director of Client Success, Synario

Michael Nicolescu is the Director of Client Success for Synario. He leads the team responsible for the implementation and ongoing support of all Synario users. In this role, he oversees the training and onboarding of all clients, the development and customization of all client models on the platform, and the ongoing success of all customer engagements.​​Michael also serves as a member of the Synario Executive Committee, along with the Change Management Review Board, the team responsible for prioritizing improvements and other changes made to the software. Within PFM, he serves as Chair of the Employee Advisory Committee and participates in the Mentor Program for new employees.​

Scott Greer

Bio coming soon.

Isabel Singer, Senior Managing Consultant, PFM Financial Advisors LLC

Bio coming soon.

 

 

 

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Sunday Session 4B | Insights Driving Campus Dining Experiences – The Student Voice of Today and Tomorrow

Description 

This session explores the evolving preferences, expectations, and behaviors shaping the future of campus dining. This session delves into key student insights, emerging trends, and actionable strategies to enhance engagement, satisfaction, and inclusivity in dining programs. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how to align dining services with the needs of today’s students while anticipating the demands of tomorrow’s campus communities.

Learning Objectives

  1. Understand Student Dining Preferences & Trends – Gain insights into the evolving expectations, behaviors, and preferences of today’s students, including dietary needs, technology integration, and sustainability priorities.
  2. Enhance Engagement & Satisfaction – Learn actionable strategies to create dining experiences that foster student connection, inclusivity, and long-term engagement, ultimately improving overall satisfaction and retention.
  3. Anticipate Future Campus Dining Needs – Explore emerging trends and predictive data to proactively adapt dining programs, ensuring they remain relevant and aligned with the next generation of students.

Speakers

Mark Tarkanick

Bio coming soon.