The newest addition to our learning portfolio is Trend Talks. With this series, CAUBO aims to broaden the range of sources (external and internal; Canadian and beyond; within and outside the sector) for early identification of issues and opportunities that will have a substantive impact on the higher education administrative sector. These trends will be shared with members through a series of virtual events.
CAUBO, in conjunction with the presenters from the selected submissions, will determine the ideal format based on the content and audience. This is not a fee-based opportunity. There will be no reimbursement of costs.
The resources linked are restricted to administrative staff at a member institution.
Upcoming Trend Talks
Trend Talks: The University Workforce of 2050 - May 15, 2025, 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET
Date and Time: Wednesday, May, 2025, 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET
CAUBO is excited to present the next session in our forward-looking Trend Talks series, designed to explore the forces shaping the future of higher education administration. Join us as we continue the conversation with Ken Steele in a compelling session focused on the University Workforce of 2050.
As institutions grapple with budget pressures, technological disruption, demographic shifts, and evolving employee expectations, what might the workforce of the future look like? In this 60-minute interactive session, Ken Steele will delve into the transformative changes already underway—sharing provocative insights, real-world examples, and engaging live polls to spark reflection and dialogue.
What to Expect:
This session will examine the big-picture trends that are already reshaping how universities attract, retain, engage and support their workforce, such as:
- Evolving models of work and the workplace
- Shifts in employment patterns and employee expectations
- The growing emphasis on continuous learning and development
- Emerging roles for automation and AI across campus and their impact on staff roles
- Navigating disruption and preparing for the unknown
This session is ideal for institutional leaders, HR professionals, and planners interested in building agile, inclusive, and future-ready teams. Join us to explore what’s next for the people who power higher education.
Reserve your spot today and join the conversation about the future of higher education!
This CAUBO PD activity may count towards credits for accreditation programs and designations in your field. Visit the CAUBO website for more details.
Presenter:
 | Ken Steele President & Chief Futurist Eduvation Ken Steele is Canada’s best-known higher ed futurist, speaker, facilitator, and consultant in branding, marketing and innovation. His unique perspective has been shaped by award-winning careers as a Shakespeare scholar and instructor, technology consultant, brand strategist, market researcher, serial entrepreneur, and de facto journalist. Ken delivers keynotes and workshops to a broad range of audiences hundreds of times a year, from boards and senior administration to student groups, concerned parents, and Canada’s most powerful CEOs. He sits on eCampus Ontario’s Virtual Learning Advisory Committee, and has consulted with hundreds of colleges and universities – from New England to New Zealand. Some 30,000 viewers and readers have come to know Ken as a definitive source of breaking news, bright ideas, strategic foresight, and thoughtful insight, through several newsletters and his podcast Ten with Ken. This Fall, Ken launched a new, forward-looking virtual community, Eduvation Circles, to provide real-time news, resources, livestreams and more – and to keep us engaged in an ongoing conversation. |
On-Demand Trend Talks
The University Campus of 2050 - February 26, 2025
* Please note that this session is available in English only
Date: February 26, 2025
Duration: 60 minutes
Click here to get access to the presentation documents and recording from the session
CAUBO is pleased to present the inaugural session in our newest professional development offering: Trend Talks. This pilot series aims to inform members about trends that will shape the future of higher education administration, to enable the early development of forward-thinking solutions. Kicking off the series is Ken Steele’s session on the University Campus of 2050.
Join Ken Steele for a dynamic and thought-provoking session designed to spark conversation and explore the possible futures of the university campus. In this 60-minute interactive session, Ken will present forward-looking assertions about the next 25 years, encourage feedback through live polls, and provide insightful commentary to help you prepare and reflect on the opportunities and challenges facing the future of higher education.
Presenter:
| Ken Steele President & Chief Futurist Eduvation Ken Steele is Canada’s best-known higher ed futurist, speaker, facilitator, and consultant in branding, marketing and innovation. His unique perspective has been shaped by award-winning careers as a Shakespeare scholar and instructor, technology consultant, brand strategist, market researcher, serial entrepreneur, and de facto journalist. Ken delivers keynotes and workshops to a broad range of audiences hundreds of times a year, from boards and senior administration to student groups, concerned parents, and Canada’s most powerful CEOs. He sits on eCampus Ontario’s Virtual Learning Advisory Committee, and has consulted with hundreds of colleges and universities – from New England to New Zealand. Some 30,000 viewers and readers have come to know Ken as a definitive source of breaking news, bright ideas, strategic foresight, and thoughtful insight, through several newsletters and his podcast Ten with Ken. This Fall, Ken launched a new, forward-looking virtual community, Eduvation Circles, to provide real-time news, resources, livestreams and more – and to keep us engaged in an ongoing conversation. |