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The Higher Ed Geek Podcast

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast

Episode #350: Lessons From a Compound Career Path

The Higher Ed Geek Podcast · Oct 7, 2026 · 28:46

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What can acting , professional poker , and a nonlinear career teach us about the future of higher education? Christina Lindley , Founder & CEO of VPRG Consulting , shares her unconventional career journey and the transferable skills that shaped her approach to business, strategy, risk, and partnerships. She also discusses how AI is changing enrollment and student decision-making, why institutions need to rethink how they stay relevant to Gen Z and Gen Alpha, and the emerging potential of gamification as a tool for engagement, rewards, and revenue.

Make sure to check out some of her current education partners, which include ScholarshipOwl , StudentChoice.org , & Besitos/KashKick .


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