Chris Bradney

Biography

Chris Bradney serves as the Director of Strategic Technology Initiatives here at CSUSB. Chris has more than 15 years of higher education IT experience with both public and private institutions including 8 years at CSUSB. He's responsible for the IT Strategic Plan, for collaboratively creating efficient processes, and for working on project implementation and change management strategies. In addition to been certified in project management, change management, and Lean Six Sigma process improvement, he holds a Doctor of Business Administration with an emphasis in Strategic Management.

EDUCAUSE Publications

  • Behind the AI Stack
    • Multimedia
    • Author

    Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere in higher education—but how it’s being implemented varies widely. In this special live recording of EDUCAUSE Rising Voices, two educational technologists from different institutions sit down for a candid conversation about their unique “AI stacks”: the tools, trainings, policies, and workflows shaping AI adoption at their universities.

  • Lessons from 2025, Plans for 2026
    • Multimedia
    • Author

    In this episode, the Rising Voices crew reflects on a turbulent year marked by rapid change and shifting workplace dynamics, emphasizing community and connection. They also share their thoughts on upcoming intentions for 2026 and strategies for navigating accelerating change.

  • Recognizing Career Opportunities
    • Multimedia
    • Author

    In this episode, the young professionals share candid stories about career pivots, growth, and knowing when to move on. They discuss the tools needed to find and act on professional opportunities.

EDUCAUSE Presentations