Pioneering the Future of Student Success with UT Austin and 12twenty

Session Goal:

Universities are navigating a rapidly changing career landscape, requiring new strategies and technology to support student success. Kenny and Daniel will discuss UT Austin’s bold initiatives to improve career outcomes, the real challenges students face in today’s economy, and how tools like 12twenty help career services scale their impact.

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Session Summary:

As the job market evolves, students face growing challenges—rising competition, shifting industry demands, and economic uncertainty. UT Austin has set an ambitious goal: achieving 90% positive career outcomes for students within five years. In this session, Daniel Liu, AVP of Career Services at UT Austin, and Kenny Berlin, Co-Founder & CEO of 12twenty, will share how their partnership is reshaping career services, scaling impactful strategies, and equipping students to succeed in an unpredictable economy.

This session is designed for higher ed leaders, career services professionals, and innovators looking to set bold goals, break down barriers, and create scalable solutions that drive student success.

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The emcee for this session is Kate Sutherland, Managing Director, Tyton Partners.