From resistance to results: A change management masterclass
What to expect
“How do we get buy-in?” “How do we actually drive adoption?” Change management is the #1 topic we’re asked about by higher ed leaders, so we’re providing the blueprint.
In the complex landscape of higher education, the success of any new initiative depends entirely on the people. Research shows that initiatives with excellent change management are 6 times more likely to meet their objectives, yet 70% of efforts fail due to poor adoption.
Join Watermark’s Vice President of Client Services, David Schenirer, for a masterclass on bridging the gap between academic and administrative silos. You’ll gain portable leadership skills and a first-hand look at how Watermark integrates these best practices into our product implementation process.
What you’ll learn:
- Solid foundations: Identify key stakeholders and build an effective project team to avoid common pitfalls.
- Strategic rollouts: Develop communication plans that answer “What’s in it for me?” (WIIFM) for everyone from Deans to students.
- Mitigating resistance: Use coaching tools to support staff through transitions and minimize friction.
- Feedback loops: Create structured processes to collect real-time insights and ensure long-term sustainability.
About the speaker
David Schenirer
A champion for people-centered change, David Schenirer leads Watermark’s Client Services with a focus on scaling impact through empathy and operational excellence. A certified Prosci Change Manager, David has partnered with universities globally for over a decade to align EdTech with human potential, driving deep adoption and maximizing ROI across the higher education landscape.
