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Elements Connect
2026 Program
Conference Programming
Tuesday, June 2 |
Wednesday, June 3 |
Thursday, June 4 |
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8:00 am - 5:00 pm 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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8:00 am - 5:00 pm 9:00 am - 10:15 am 10:30 am - 11:15 am 11:30 am - 12:15 pm 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm 2:45 - 3:45 pm 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
9:00 am - 10:00 am Breakout Session #6 10:00 am - 10:15am 10:15 am - 11:15 am 11:30 am - 12:15 pm 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm |
Breakout session details will be available in May 2026.
Elements Connect 2026 Keynote Speaker
Ken Wilson is an executive leader and management consultant specializing in higher education strategy and innovation. He serves as a strategic advisor for Peak Performance Technologies and the Vice President of AI & Digital Transformation for DigiWorks. With nearly three decades of experience, Ken is a recognized authority in higher education operations and strategy, translating complex and changing needs into executable plans with measurable outcomes. Drawing on his background leading organizational and technological transformations, he helps technical colleges modernize core systems to anticipate future needs and accelerate workforce development.
Ken's keynote will offer a future-focused, inspirational reflection on what is here, what's coming, and how South Carolina can confidently embrace innovation to truly TECH the World Over.
➡️ Tuesday, June 2, 2026 - Opening Session
The Great AI Pivot: Why Business as Usual is Over
The window for adapting to AI has closed. In less than 24 months, the ground has shifted beneath Higher Ed, leaving us in a compression of history that most institutions aren't ready for. This isn't a session about hype; it’s a frank look at the identity crisis facing our campuses.
When yesterday’s experts suddenly become today’s students, adapting isn't optional. However, it is easier said than done. Drawing on 30 years of higher education leadership, Ken Wilson breaks down what this disruption really means for faculty, leadership, and the staff who support them. Join us for a candid discussion as to why we aren’t just changing our tools but are changing the very nature of our work.
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We look forward to seeing you there!
Breakout Sessions Include:
Elements Student Life: Transforming Campus Experience
Launched in early 2025, come learn more about how Elements can support housing, meal plans, and immunizations at your institution. You'll get an overview of the solution, learn some configuration tips, and have an opportunity to provide suggestions and ideas for future development.
Getting to Live: Your Roadmap to Success
Selecting Elements is your first step. You have your implementation team, now what? Attend this session with 3D and Thesis to hear proven strategies to drive your success. From best practices in communications to testing strategies, this session will give you practical advice to a smooth transition.
Mastering the Read-Only Replica
Unlock the potential of the read-only replica DB API to efficiently manage database updates. Learn practical techniques to streamline your processes.
Empowering Students with Degree Audit
Utilize degree audits to enhance student self-service, retention, and ensure timely graduation. Learn how to maximize this powerful tool.
Elements Billing: Streamlined and Automated
Discover the flexibility of Elements' billing structure. Learn how transdocs, cost centers, cost types, and refund groups work together to automate tuition and refunds.
Optimizing Financial Aid Processes
Maximize your financial aid processes with best practices for removing awards in bulk, packaging, ISIR imports, and more.
Mastering Registration with Elements
Gain a comprehensive understanding of Elements' registration processes and best practices for course maintenance.
Project Management Excellence
Discover best practices for project management to ensure efficient, on-budget, and on-time implementations, even without a dedicated resource.
Supercharge Your Registration Module
Boost efficiency with Elements' native tools. Learn to calculate SAP, update statuses in bulk, apply degree audits, and more.
Applying Portal Updates
Stay ahead with the latest CAMS Enterprise Portal updates. Gain valuable tips on best practices to ensure seamless updates.
Managing CAMS Enterprise Updates
Discover why it's crucial to keep CAMS Enterprise up to date. Learn best practices to maintain optimal performance and security.
Seamless CRM Integration
Connect your CRM to Elements effortlessly with API connectors. Learn how to move recruitment data in and out of Elements smoothly.
Annual Setup Simplified
Master the best practices for annual setup, including term configuration, cost structure, course offerings, and financial aid.
PowerBI Reporting: Peer Insights
Learn from your peers how to leverage PowerBI reporting to gain valuable insights and drive decision-making.
Demystifying 1098-T Processing
Demystify Elements 1098-T Processing
Managing Change in Your Institution
Learn best practices for change management before, during, and after your implementation. Gain insights to facilitate smooth transitions.
Power Automate: Bulk Data Updates
Leverage Power Automate to update data in bulk within Elements, without direct database access. Learn how to streamline your data management processes.