The Art of Leadership and Creativity in HigherEd with Tracey Halvorsen

In this episode of EdTech Connect, Jeff Dillon engages with Tracy Halverson, the dynamic CEO of adeo, to unravel the unique blend of art and leadership.

Tracy dives deep into how artistic creativity can redefine leadership approaches, transforming the culture and strategies within organizations. She sheds light on the formidable challenges facing higher education, offering innovative solutions and emphasizing the role of strategic thinking in overcoming these obstacles.

Tracy shares her vision of technology as a catalyst for collaboration, breaking down barriers between departmental silos, and fostering an environment where experimentation and innovation can flourish. By understanding audience needs, she explains how institutions can enhance external engagement, ensuring meaningful connections and effective organizational change.

Join Jeff and Tracy for an insightful discussion filled with practical advice and visionary ideas, perfect for educators, leaders, and anyone interested in the evolving landscape of education and leadership.

Takeaways

• Creativity and curiosity are essential from the start.
• Higher education struggles with siloed environments.
• Technology enables departmental experimentation.
• Agility supports organizational change.
• Rebranding should focus on the audience, not just internal needs.
• External collaboration relieves internal pressure.

Sound Bites

• "Creativity and curiosity must be there from the beginning."
• "The worst thing you can do is try to be all things to all people."
• "Clarity is not bragging."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Tracy Halverson and adeo
02:32 The Interplay of Art and Leadership
04:30 Challenges in Higher Education
06:45 The Role of Technology in Collaboration
10:07 Improving External Engagement
13:20 Insights from Different Sectors
19:21 The Process of Rebranding and UI Development
22:57 Agility in Organizational Change
25:00 Final Thoughts and Advice

Links
Tracey Halvorsen on LinkedIn