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Welcome to another episode of 'Online Education Across the Atlantic'. Today, we dived deep into the bustling world of the ASU GSV conference as well as the Times Higher Ed conference, exploring the successes and failures of putting together a good conference. We unpacked the challenges of navigating such a high-profile event (ASU GSV), from the overcrowded panels to the spontaneous connections made in line. We also touched on the power of being present and how flexibility can enhance your conference experience. Alongside discussing the evolving AI dialogue, we highlighted the event's unique focus on education and investment, emphasizing its role as a crucible for discussing significant industry developments. Thanks for tuning in, and join us next time as we continue to explore the dynamic world of online education! 00:00 Reviewing recent conferences. 04:32 Conference program can be hit and miss. 07:56 ASU GSV key conference for networking and investment pitches. 11:04 Personal highlights from conferences. 15:29 Pleasantly surprised by engaging conference sessions. 19:06 Balancing panel preparation for engaging discussions. 21:10 Effective moderation vital for dynamic and engaging panels. 25:09 Investor and vendor-focused event vs Institution focused conferences. 28:56 Interest in collective innovation in higher education. 31:11 Gartner conference exposed Morgan to diverse perspectives. 35:16 Personal stories from ASU GSV and Times Higher Ed. 36:17 Networking essential for maximizing conference benefits. 40:06 Structured groups help connect people at conferences. 42:25 AI enables easy button applications for knowledge.