Episodes
In this episode, Jaime sits down with Rachel Reuben Senor, a 25-year veteran of higher education marketing now serving as the VP of Account Strategy for OHO Interactive. The conversation centers around a shared frustration: the challenges posed by silos in higher education – and offers insight into the ways marketing and communications offices can bust those silos.
Published 03/15/24
In this edition of "Confessions of a Higher Ed CMO," Jaime talks with Devin Purgason, the Executive Director of Marketing and Student Care at Forsyth Technical Community College. The conversation is centered around the unique opportunities that smaller educational institutions present as incubators of marketing creativity, offering a breadth of freedom to explore and innovate in marketing strategies.
Published 03/01/24
In this episode of "Confessions of a Higher Ed CMO," Jaime engages in a compelling conversation with Andrew Careaga, a retired chief marketing officer with over 30 years of experience in higher education marketing at Missouri University of Science and Technology. Careaga shares insights from his extensive career, reflecting on the evolution of higher ed marketing and the impact of technological advancements like the internet, social media, and AI.
Published 02/16/24
Get ready to dive into the dynamic world of email marketing. Jaime sits down with Ashley Budd, Senior Director of Advancement Marketing at Cornell University, to unlock the secrets to crafting email campaigns that not only get opened but also get results.
Published 01/05/24
The goal of the episode is to equip university marketers with the knowledge and tools to create and implement marketing strategies that genuinely support and affirm LGBTQ+ students, ensuring that inclusivity is woven into the fabric of the institution's brand and community engagement efforts.
Published 12/15/23
In this episode, Jaime sits down with Brian Eubank, Executive Director of Licensing at Old Dominion University, to discuss how universities can extend their brand's reach far beyond campus borders.
Published 12/01/23
In this episode, Jaime and her guest, Michael Lamphier, Executive Director for Marketing and Communication for Wake Forest School of Business, take a dive deep into the world of User Experience (UX) and its pivotal role in higher education marketing.
Published 10/27/23
In this episode, Jaime brings in Dave Hunt, creative director for ODUGlobal, for a dive deep into the nuances of marketing online academic programs.
Published 10/13/23
If there is one aspect of higher education marketing that is often overlooked, it’s employer branding. Universities neglect this element at their peril. In one of Jaime’s favorite interviews ever, she and Eddie Francis, the founder of Edify Ventures and host of the I Wanna Work There podcast, tackle that topic head-on and enumerate the pivotal elements that make up a successful employer branding strategy, tailor-made for universities.
Published 09/29/23
In this episode, Jaime dives into the world of marketing and storytelling with a guest who has seamlessly transitioned from the dynamic realm of entertainment PR to the intricate landscape of higher education marketing. Alonda Thomas, Associate Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Jackson State University, is an award-winning and trailblazing professional who has seen it all – from working with Spike Lee to navigating campus crises.
Published 09/15/23
In this episode of "Confessions of a Higher Ed CMO," Jaime and her guest dive into a critical aspect of leadership: managing conflict in the workplace. Her guest, Carol Bowser, is a true authority in conflict management, bringing her expertise from years of experience and her role as the founder of Conflict Management Strategies. With a background that includes notable contributions to the field and a wealth of practical knowledge, Carol offers invaluable insights into navigating conflicts...
Published 09/01/23
In this episode, Jaime talks with Ben Congleton, CEO and Founder of Olark, about the results of his recent survey into how higher education leaders are allocating their marketing budgets. The survey sought to uncover where higher education marketers and admissions pros are planning to spend their budgets and time over the next year.
Published 08/18/23
In this episode, Jaime and her guest delve into the crucial role of a college president in shaping and embodying a university's brand and culture. Ashlea Jones, interim senior director of storytelling and director of executive communications at Miami University (Ohio), shares invaluable insights into the relationship between a president's vision for the future of the institution and its alignment with the university's brand and culture.
Published 08/04/23
In this candid episode, Jaime sits down with a seasoned professional who recently experienced a significant career transition. Bryce Hoffman, formerly the AVC of Marketing at UMass Lowell and current AVP of Integrated Marketing at the University of New Hampshire, shares his personal journey of having his position eliminated and the subsequent process of rebuilding his professional life.
Published 07/20/23
In this episode, Jaime delves into the realm of strategic enrollment planning in higher education with her guest, Alejandra “Ale” Sosa Pieroni, Executive Vice President – Enrollment Management, Marketing, and Student Success, Georgia Southern University.
Published 07/07/23
In this episode, Jaime and Myla Edmond, Associate Vice President Marketing and Communications at California State University, Dominguez Hills, delve into higher education marketing’s impact on creating diverse and inclusive campus communities. This episode explores the role of marketing in fostering a diverse and inclusive campus environment and offers insights into how marketing can actively contribute to a sense of belonging.
Published 06/23/23
Join Jaime on this captivating episode of "Confessions of a Higher Ed CMO," with guest Denise Lamphier, director of marketing and communications at Des Moines University. In this episode, explore a unique four-year project undertaken by Denise and her son to document the college selection process. Denise shares statistics and data gathered by tracking every piece of college marketing her son received from the time he was a freshman until he matriculated four years later.
Published 06/09/23
In this episode of "Confessions of a Higher Ed CMO," Jaime is joined by Brian Piper, author of Epic Content Marketing, Second Edition. Brian shares valuable insights and strategies to help higher education marketers navigate the ever-changing landscape of content marketing.
Published 05/26/23
In this episode of "Confessions of a Higher Ed CMO," Jaime sits down with Thom Chesney, former president of Clarke University, to gain insights into his views on the relationship between the university president and chief communications and marketing officer.
Published 05/12/23
In this episode of Confessions of a Higher Ed CMO, Jaime is joined by Sarah Goldfarb, Managing Director of Social Media and Digital Content at RW Jones Agency, to discuss influencer marketing in higher education.
Published 04/28/23
In this episode, Jaime and Mallory Willsea make a case for artificial intelligence (AI) as the next disruptor in marketing – a phenomenon both believe rivals social media and the Internet in terms of its potential impact on marketing.
Published 04/14/23