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Elevate your institution's impact by tuning into our expert conversations that drive successful student outcomes. Each episode is designed to empower you with strategic insights and practical advice to enhance your recruitment tactics, improve enrollment processes, and craft compelling narratives that resonate with prospective students.

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Ep. 70: Ethical Marketing, Honesty, Transparency and AIPlay Button
Ep. 70: Ethical Marketing, Honesty, Transparency and AI

Jaime Hunt sits down with Eric Hollenbeck from Washington State University’s Carson College of Business to unpack the findings of the 2024 Ethical Marketing Survey.

Episode 59: Why Students Are Visiting Later—and What Enrollment Marketers Can Do About ItPlay Button
Episode 59: Why Students Are Visiting Later—and What Enrollment Marketers Can Do About It

Host Allison Turcio sits down with W. Kent Barnds, a veteran enrollment leader with over 30 years of experience, to tackle one of the hottest topics in enrollment marketing today: the shifting dynamics of campus visits.

Episode #25: Storytelling: Top Mistakes to Avoid When Crafting Powerful StoriesPlay Button
Episode #25: Storytelling: Top Mistakes to Avoid When Crafting Powerful Stories

Maya Demishkevich sits down with Liz Cooper, Associate Director of Public Relations at Massachusetts Bay Community College, to discuss the art of storytelling and the top mistakes to avoid when crafting impactful stories.

Ep. 69: The Search Cliff is Rewriting the Rules of Recruitment MarketingPlay Button
Ep. 69: The Search Cliff is Rewriting the Rules of Recruitment Marketing

Jaime Hunt speaks with Jenny Petty about a pressing issue few are discussing: the “Search Cliff.” While the “Demographic Cliff” has been a hot topic for years.

Episode 58: Cracking the Code: How Gen Z is Choosing Colleges in 2025Play Button
Episode 58: Cracking the Code: How Gen Z is Choosing Colleges in 2025

Allison sits down with Jason Keath, co-founder of SocialFresh and a strategist at Convince and Convert, to unpack how prospective students are researching colleges in 2024-2025.

Episode #24: Direct Mail in Higher Ed: A Science, an Art, and a Game-Changer for EngagementPlay Button
Episode #24: Direct Mail in Higher Ed: A Science, an Art, and a Game-Changer for Engagement

In this episode of The Hidden Gem, host Maya Demishkevich dives into the evolving role of direct mail in higher education marketing with Eric Webb, an expert with over 20 years of experience in direct mail and direct marketing.

Episode 41: Predicting Yield through a Holiday Gift GuidePlay Button
Episode 41: Predicting Yield through a Holiday Gift Guide

In this episode Laura Rudolph of Square One Consulting shares how she transformed a holiday gift guide into a powerful admissions yield predictor.

Ep. 68: Stand Out and Measure Up: Why Performance TV is a Secret WeaponPlay Button
Ep. 68: Stand Out and Measure Up: Why Performance TV is a Secret Weapon

Host Jaime Hunt welcomes Jennifer Lonchar, founder of Ambio, to explore the transformative potential of Performance TV for higher education marketing.

Episode 57: Meeting Short and Long Term Enrollment Goals Without Sacrificing Well-beingPlay Button
Episode 57: Meeting Short and Long Term Enrollment Goals Without Sacrificing Well-being

Allison talks with Lauren Brooks, a higher ed marketing strategist known for her innovative approaches to CRM implementation, digital campaigns, and team alignment.

Episode 45: The “Invisible” Student: Addressing Equity in Recruitment and RetentionPlay Button
Episode 45: The “Invisible” Student: Addressing Equity in Recruitment and Retention

In this thought-provoking episode, Mallory and Seth discuss the transformative potential of AI in addressing equity challenges in higher education.

Episode #23: The Power of Student Voices and Social Media in Engaging, Attracting, and Retaining StudentsPlay Button
Episode #23: The Power of Student Voices and Social Media in Engaging, Attracting, and Retaining Students

Host Maya Demishkevich interviews Raven Haller, a social media specialist and former student ambassador, about her journey from student to marketing professional and the power of student-driven content in community college marketing.

Episode 40: Reaching Students With Empathy Through Monthly Admissions VideosPlay Button
Episode 40: Reaching Students With Empathy Through Monthly Admissions Videos

Allie Bear and Madelin Thompson from Wilfrid Laurier University in Canada share how they came up with a very successful Admissions Top Questions video series to support their prospective students through their university decision.

Ep. 67: Building a Better Experience for International StudentsPlay Button
Ep. 67: Building a Better Experience for International Students

Host Jaime Hunt discusses the complexities of supporting international students with Shaun Carver, the head of UC Berkeley's International House, exploring challenges, opportunities, and the university's role in fostering inclusivity and global understanding.

Episode 56: How Personalized Video Drives Engagement Across the Enrollment FunnelPlay Button
Episode 56: How Personalized Video Drives Engagement Across the Enrollment Funnel

In this forward-thinking episode, Allison speaks with Tom Mikowski, VP of Business Development and Higher Education Partnerships at Allied Pixel. Tom shares insights from his 30-year career in enrollment and discusses how data-driven personalized video can dramatically elevate student engagement and drive conversions.

Episode #22: Leaders Go First: Driving Culture Change for a Healthy Enrollment EcosystemPlay Button
Episode #22: Leaders Go First: Driving Culture Change for a Healthy Enrollment Ecosystem

In this episode of The Hidden Gem, host Maya Demishkevich sits down with Dr. Melissa Curtis to explore the concept of a "healthy enrollment ecosystem."

Episode 39: Adding Empathy to Emails for More ConversionsPlay Button
Episode 39: Adding Empathy to Emails for More Conversions

Day chats with Cory Glover about how his team at the University of Michigan - Dearborn increased deposits by 30% and applications by 17% by prioritizing empathy.

Ep. 66: CROs in Higher Ed: Driving Growth and Busting SilosPlay Button
Ep. 66: CROs in Higher Ed: Driving Growth and Busting Silos

Jaime sits down with Steven Rutt, the Chief Revenue Officer for Abilene Christian University, to tackle the need for CROs.

Live at AMA: Building Community in a Virtual ClassroomPlay Button
Live at AMA: Building Community in a Virtual Classroom

Host Jaime sits down with Christian Cardona, Social Media Manager for ODU Global, to explore the unique challenges and opportunities in managing social media for online learners.

Live at AMA: The Career Transition RoadmapPlay Button
Live at AMA: The Career Transition Roadmap

Host Jaime Hunt reconnects with Bryce Hoffman live from AMA to explore his remarkable career evolution.

Live at AMA: Outcomes Over Enrollments: A New Approach to Student Retention and SuccessPlay Button
Live at AMA: Outcomes Over Enrollments: A New Approach to Student Retention and Success

Brendan reconnects with Michael Bettersworth, CMO at Texas State Technical College (TSTC), to delve into critical trends and challenges impacting higher education.

Episode 55: Want More Apps? Address These Emotional RoadblocksPlay Button
Episode 55: Want More Apps? Address These Emotional Roadblocks

Allison speaks with Dr. Raquel Bermejo about the often-overlooked emotional challenges students face during the college search and application process.

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