{"id":13185,"date":"2024-06-30T12:52:56","date_gmt":"2024-06-30T18:52:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/?p=13185"},"modified":"2024-06-30T14:09:19","modified_gmt":"2024-06-30T20:09:19","slug":"takeaways-from-iste-live-24","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/resources\/takeaways-from-iste-live-24\/","title":{"rendered":"Takeaways from ISTELive 24"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient has-vivid-cyan-blue-to-vivid-purple-gradient-background\"><\/span><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-13225\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Image-17.jpg\" style=\"object-position:0% 50%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"0% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Image-17.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Image-17-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Image-17-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f3b51aeb5d611fc19a55304ce5475264\" style=\"font-size:65px;letter-spacing:3px\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-white-color\"><strong>Takeaways<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f3db6d7faab06b4641fad0ea09bf19bd\" style=\"font-size:65px;letter-spacing:3px\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-white-color\"><strong>from<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"634\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/ISTELive-24-Logo_trans-img.png\" alt=\"ISTELive 24 Logo_trans img\" class=\"wp-image-12838 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 850px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 850\/634;width:300px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/ISTELive-24-Logo_trans-img.png 850w, https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/ISTELive-24-Logo_trans-img-300x224.png 300w, https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/ISTELive-24-Logo_trans-img-768x573.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Agile was proud to exhibit at <a href=\"https:\/\/conference.iste.org\/2024\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><strong>ISTELive 24<\/strong><\/a> in Denver last week. This year\u2019s event brought together an impressive array of key EdTech leaders and visionaries for an insight-packed program covering today&#8217;s most salient topics and trends in the future of learning. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Agile really showed out this year\u2014with over twenty team members attending\u2014to welcome exhibitors and attendees to our home town, kicking the week off with a rooftop happy hour celebration. After the conference wrapped, we asked Agile Director of Strategic Accounts, <strong>Tim Ridgway<\/strong>, to share some highlights from his time there.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"792\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Tim-Final.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11941 size-full lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Tim-Final.jpg 576w, https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Tim-Final-218x300.jpg 218w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 576px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 576\/792;\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>What are some of the reasons you attend ISTE each year?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:80px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">To connect with friends\/colleagues and meet new people.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Get clearer insights into teachers needs and how the marketplace is helping them address those issues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Talk with new and experienced exhibitors and their solutions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>What\u2019s one thing you were looking forward to at this year\u2019s conference?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Absolutely the people\u2014from the business side, as well as longtime teacher\/administrator friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"13231\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Image-19.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13231 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Image-19.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Image-19-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Image-19-768x432.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; 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There\u2019s genuine excitement from both sides (exhibitors and attendees), as much as an appreciation for what the other side has brought. Being in a remote work environment, the opportunity to meet with my own team and spend time with them was great! We have an incredibly supportive and knowledgeable team who\u2019s just as willing to go the extra mile for our customers as they are for each other. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"954\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"13226\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Image-18.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13226 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Image-18.jpg 954w, https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Image-18-279x300.jpg 279w, https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Image-18-768x824.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 954px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 954\/1024;\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 954px) 100vw, 954px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"13227\" data-src=\"https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Image-13.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13227 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Image-13.jpg 768w, https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Image-13-225x300.jpg 225w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 768px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 768\/1024;\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Seeing demonstrations of all the new technologies in the exhibit hall was also exciting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>How did engaging with educators and education solution providers at this event impact or change your perspective?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">It reinforced my belief that innovation and ingenuity is alive and thriving. For as many advances in technology though, they\u2019re all designed to help people\u2014teachers, administrators, all in the support of students and helping them succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>What&#8217;s one insight you gained that education companies should know?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Products and services certainly do have their features and benefits, but remembering to share them in a way that clearly answers an educator\u2019s question of how it helps them is crucial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>What\u2019s one thing that education vendors \u202fare optimistic about?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Despite the fluctuating fiscal environment, there\u2019s always a willing partnership with educators and vice versa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Any closing words?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">I love the dynamic business environment of supporting growth and learning for our children. Like anything else that\u2019s worthwhile, there are ups and downs, but hard work and patience that benefits all sides will prevail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Empower Your Organization With Valuable Data and Insights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Agile Education Marketing<\/strong><\/a> stands as a dependable partner to help you navigate these complex environments, equipping your teams with robust <a href=\"https:\/\/agile-ed.com\/services\/education-data\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><strong>education data services and market insights<\/strong><\/a> for more effective outreach. 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