“Now Is Not the Time to Remain on the Sidelines”: GoElite at The PIE Live North America 2025

A Powerful Opening: Miriam Feldblum’s Call to Action

Kicking off the conference, Miriam Feldblum delivered a bold message for delegates:

“Now is not the time to remain on the sidelines.”

In a climate where regulatory shifts, enrollment declines, and geopolitical tensions are reshaping student mobility, Feldblum stressed that litigation and advocacy are no longer optional—they are essential to the sector’s survival. Her exhortation to institutions was striking:

“It’s time to pull the fire alarm.”

For B2B international education partners, this moment underscores the critical need for sector-wide alignment, proactive policy engagement, and coalition-building to safeguard the future of global education pathways.

A Deep Dive into Mobility, Policy, and Global Partnerships

The second day of PLNA centered on student mobility and policy—and the conversations were anything but surface-level. Key tracks included:

1. U.S. Policy Updates

Speakers examined the ongoing regulatory volatility and its impact on recruitment, visa processing, and long-term planning. Institutions were challenged to reimagine compliance, resilience, and diversification strategies.

2. Global Pathways & Transnational Education

Pathways providers and universities shared emerging models that prioritize co-delivery, multi-campus ecosystems, and flexible learning, reinforcing the need for innovation-driven partnerships.

3. Strategic Partnerships with Asia

With stark enrollment declines in both Canada and the U.S., experts emphasized that:

“Fostering strong, trust-based partnerships across Asia is now mission critical—not optional.”

4. Next-Gen India & Workforce Mobility

Panelists explored India’s expanding outbound mobility and evolving demand for employability-linked programs—an opportunity area for North American institutions ready to adapt.

Insights from the Global Enrollment Benchmark Survey

One of the most talked-about reveals was from the Global Enrollment Benchmark Survey, presented by NAFSA, the Oxford Test of English, and Studyportals.

Data confirmed that the downturns in North American enrollments represent “more than temporary turbulence”. The forecast:

• Pressure will continue across major markets

• Yield rates remain fragile

• Institutions must diversify, digitize, and globalize their engagement strategies

Day Three: A Technology-Driven Future

The conference transitions into a full day focused on tech transformation, covering AI, digital recruitment ecosystems, and scalable student services.

For GoElite, this day offers an opportunity to explore how emerging EdTech infrastructure will shape the next decade of mobility, partnerships, and student experience.

What This Means for the Sector—and Why GoElite Is Engaged

The message across all three days is clear:

• International education is at an inflection point.

• Institutions cannot afford to wait and see.

• Collaboration and innovation will determine who thrives.

By attending The Pie Live North America 2025, GoElite reaffirm our commitment to partnering with institutions navigating these challenges challenges—supporting them with data-driven strategies, global partnerships, and scalable technology solutions that enable sustainable recruitment and mobility growth.

 🔗 Contact us to learn how GoElite can support your graduate enrollment goals this year—and beyond.