KANE DEMO LAB · CONFIRMED DATE
A virtual conversation about workforce intelligence, Workforce Pell, and changing education-to-workforce accountability expectations. Discussion topics are proposed and subject to confirmation.
DATE
Friday, January 15, 2027
TIME
11 AM–noon Central
PRESENTER
Lightcast
FORMAT
Online session
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Lightcast proposed a practical conversation on how institutions can respond to evolving federal accountability expectations, including the STATS earnings-accountability metrics rule and Workforce Pell. These are proposed themes, not a finalized session agenda.
Matt McGrath, Lightcast Account Executive, requested and confirmed this January 15 KANE Demo Lab slot. The final presenter lineup, demonstrations, and session details will be coordinated with Lightcast.
The presenter is developing the agenda. Topics and discussion format will be announced when confirmed.
Presenter names and biographies will be added once verified with Lightcast.
Lightcast provides labor-market analytics and workforce intelligence that help institutions understand skills demand, employment outcomes, and regional workforce needs. The team has suggested discussing how higher education can navigate Workforce Pell and newer earnings-accountability requirements.
KANE is coordinating with Matt McGrath, Account Executive, and Jason Tantrum, Vice President of Enterprise Sales. Their participation as presenters is not yet confirmed.
Presentation materials and follow-up resources may be added after the session, subject to presenter approval.
Part of KANE Demo Lab — practical learning, demonstrations, and conversation for higher education technology leaders.
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