{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"CEO Podcast | The leaders shaping our world","title":"Gravyty CEO Justin Beck - How AI Is Transforming Student Engagement","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1698,"description":"Justin Beck, CEO of Gravyty, joins Clint Betts for a conversation on AI, higher education, student engagement, fundraising, and the future of universities.\nGravyty helps colleges, universities, K-12 schools, and nonprofits create meaningful human connections at scale through AI-powered engagement tools. By connecting student support systems, fundraising platforms, alumni engagement, and institutional data, Gravyty helps organizations deliver better experiences while operating more efficiently.\nIn this episode, Justin shares how AI is reshaping higher education, why student belonging and retention matter more than ever, and how universities are navigating growing financial pressures while still delivering meaningful outcomes.\n00:00:00 - Introduction and Background of Gravyty\n00:00:22 - Formation and Evolution of Gravyty\n00:00:55 - Justin's Career Journey\n00:01:44 - Justin's Experience in EdTech\n00:02:05 - Gravyty's Role in Higher Education\n00:02:27 - Integration with LMS and CRM Systems\n00:03:11 - Breaking Down Silos in Education\n00:03:53 - Future of Higher Education\n00:04:25 - Value of Campus Connections\n00:05:07 - Administrative Challenges in Education\n00:05:33 - Traditional Methods vs. AI Solutions\n00:06:49 - Impact of Government Funding Cuts\n00:07:13 - Enhancing Donor Engagement\n00:08:17 - AI in Fundraising and Advancement\n00:09:46 - NIL Deals and Athletic Departments\n00:11:10 - Role of University Presidents\n00:13:46 - Day in the Life of a CEO\n00:16:51 - Funding and Private Equity\n00:19:49 - Future of AI in Education\n00:21:49 - Book Recommendation: \"The Score That Matters\"\n00:23:23 - Building Company Culture\n00:25:34 - Macroeconomic Environment and Education\n00:27:06 - Importance of Trade and Vocational Programs\n00:27:19 - Reflecting on Career Opportunities\n00:27:49 - Conclusion and Farewell\nIf you're interested in AI, education, leadership, fundraising, edtech, or the future of higher education, this conversation offers valuable insights into how institutions...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/1dy8XILYZ5TplRivmnv0DoX_g7XXqFV5bS1REcb0pIM/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xZDc3/ODAyODNkMmRmMDc5/MDQ3NWI5ZWEzZWFk/NTJhMS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}