Navigating Leadership in the Agentic Admissions AI Era

In Episode 4 of Navigating Leadership in the Agentic Admissions AI Era, host Scott Cline sits down with enrollment expert Geoff Baird to explore one of higher ed’s most urgent challenges: how institutions can lead in an age where AI isn’t just emerging — it’s already embedded in the admissions process. Listen here on Enrollify: https://www.enrollify.org/episodes/navigating-leadership-in-the-agentic-admissions-ai-era-part-4

What You’ll Learn

AI as a “silent COVID” for higher ed

Geoff and Scott discuss how the disruption AI brings rivals the upheaval of the pandemic — and why many institutions are unprepared for the scale of change ahead.

Students are already ahead

Prospective students live in an AI-immersed world. They expect more personalized, dynamic engagement than most institutions currently deliver.

Start small to go big

Instead of chasing massive digital overhauls, the biggest impact often comes from applying AI precisely — in targeted areas where it can alleviate bottlenecks.

Beware of “vanity AI”

Not every AI tool solves a real problem. Adopting technology for optics rather than outcomes can drain resources and weaken credibility.

Human connection still wins

The ultimate goal of AI isn’t to replace counselors — it’s to free them to build deeper, more meaningful human relationships.

Transparency builds trust

Open communication about how AI is being used in admissions creates confidence and reduces skepticism among students and families.

Why It Matters

If you lead, manage, or influence enrollment strategy, this episode will change the way you think about AI’s role in admissions. Geoff shares practical frameworks and insights drawn from his experience at enroll ml, helping leaders translate technological disruption into strategic opportunity. Listen now and join the conversation shaping the next era of higher ed leadership.