
In this episode of The Hidden Gem , host Maya Demishkevich sits down with Marcus Hanscom, an expert in higher ed marketing, to demystify inbound marketing and its impact on student engagement and enrollment. Many...


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The Hidden Gem is a podcast dedicated to empowering community college presidents, leaders, marcomms with the knowledge and insights they need to harness the full potential of strategic marketing and communication within their institutions. In today's fast-paced educational landscape, effective marketing and communication strategies are crucial for not only student recruitment but also for fostering a thriving and engaged community.This podcast aims to shed light on the often-overlooked aspects of marketing, emphasizing its vital role in shaping an institution's overall strategy and success. By showcasing real-world examples, case studies, and interviews with experienced community college leaders and higher ed consultants, the podcast will inspire its audience to view marketing and communication as integral components of their leadership toolkit. It aims to elevate the importance of these functions and empower leaders to make more informed and strategic decisions in their roles.The Hi
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe Hidden Gem is a podcast dedicated to empowering community college presidents, leaders, marcomms with the knowledge and insights they need to harness the full potential of strategic marketing and communication within their institutions. In today's fast-paced educational landscape, effective marketing and communication strategies are crucial for not only student recruitment but also for fostering a thriving and engaged community.
The Hidden Gem is hosted by Maya Demishkevich. The show has published 36 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Ep. 30: Stop Chasing, Start Attracting: The Power of Inbound Marketing in Higher Ed" (24 March 2025, 41 minutes), "Ep. 29: How Colleges and Employers Can Partner to Bridge Workforce Gaps" (10 March 2025, 21 minutes), and "Ep. 28: Lessons from Both Sides: Insights on Community College Marketing from a Private University Perspective" (24 February 2025, 26 minutes).
The Hidden Gem publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 33 minutes across 36 episodes.
Booking probability for The Hidden Gem is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Hidden Gem requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Hidden Gem's contact route on record: verified email.
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Maya Demishkevich hosts The Hidden Gem, an education podcast with 36 episodes published.
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In this episode of The Hidden Gem , host Maya Demishkevich sits down with Marcus Hanscom, an expert in higher ed marketing, to demystify inbound marketing and its impact on student engagement and enrollment. Many...

In this episode of The Hidden Gem , host Maya Demishkevich sits down with Dr. Marsha Danielson, President of Minnesota State College Southeast, to discuss an innovative approach to bridging the gap between students...

In this episode of The Hidden Gem , Maya Demishkevich speaks with Rebecca Oliver, Director of Strategic Communications at North Shore Community College, about her transition from private universities to the world of...

In this episode of The Hidden Gem , Maya Demishkevich sits down with Amy Filardo, Chief Marketing Officer at Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC), Maryland’s largest community college. Amy shares her journey of...

In this episode of The Hidden Gem , host Maya Demishkevich sits down with Julio Vargas-Essex, Vice President of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management at North Hennepin Community College, to discuss how innovative...

In this episode of The Hidden Gem , Maya Demishkevich sits down with Liz Cooper, Associate Director of Public Relations at Massachusetts Bay Community College, to discuss the art of storytelling and the top mistakes to...

In this episode of The Hidden Gem , host Maya Demishkevich dives into the evolving role of direct mail in higher education marketing with Eric Webb, an expert with over 20 years of experience in direct mail and direct...

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In this Enrollify webinar, Balancing Bites and Bonds: How AI Can Humanize Higher Ed , Mallory Willsea and an expert panel dive deep into how artificial intelligence is transforming student engagement in higher...

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In this episode of The Hidden Gem , host Maya Demishkevich welcomes Raven Haller, a social media specialist and former social media ambassador for Carroll Community College. Raven shares her journey from being a student...

In this episode of The Hidden Gem , host Maya Demishkevich sits down with Dr. Melissa Curtis to explore the concept of a "healthy enrollment ecosystem." Dr. Curtis shares how institutions can transform enrollment...

In this episode of The Hidden Gem Podcast , host Maya Demishkevich sits down with Caitlin Currey, VP of Strategy at ID Five, live at the AMA conference. The duo explores how colleges can use advancement campaigns to...

In this episode of The Hidden Gem , host Maya Demishkevich sits down with Ryan Morabito, a higher education marketing expert known for his popular LinkedIn insights. Together, they discuss the Top 10 Truths About Higher...

In this episode of the Hidden Gem Podcast , host Maya Demishkevich interviews Jenny Li Fowler, MIT’s Director of Social Media and host of Confessions of a Higher Ed Social Media Manager. They explore the evolving role...

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In this episode of The Hidden Gem Podcast , host Maya Demishkevich speaks with Brian Messer from Archer Education, live from the AMA conference in Las Vegas. They dive into the transformative role AI can play in...

In this episode of The Hidden Gem , Maya Demishkevich welcomes Alana Villemez, CEO of Most Likely to Succeed, to discuss the growing importance of program-specific marketing for community colleges. With extensive...

In this episode of The Hidden Gem , Maya Demishkevich speaks with John McGreal, Dean of Enrollment Services at Waukesha County Technical College, about the college’s research-driven approach to improving adult student...

In this episode of The Hidden Gem , Maya Demishkevich speaks with Eve Markman, Assistant Vice President for Brand Management and Operation from the Community College of Philadelphia about their ambitious rebranding...

In this episode of The Hidden Gem , Maya Demishkevich talks with Carrie Pitts-Densmore, VP of Enrollment and Marketing at Johnson Community College about transforming internal communications. Carrie shares her...

In this episode of The Hidden Gem , host Maya Demishkevich speaks with Kaylan Gaines, Director of Recruitment and Engagement at Waukesha County Technical College, about the college's innovative approach to in-person...

In this enlightening episode, we welcome Rob Zinkan, Vice President for Marketing Leadership at RHB, to discuss the pivotal role of constituent experiences in higher education marketing. Rob provides an in-depth look at...
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