Biography

Justin Barkhuff serves as Director of Enterprise Applications at California Lutheran University, where he leads campus-wide innovation initiatives that blend technology, strategy, and human-centered design. His work focuses on solving real institutional challenges through AI, business intelligence, and integrated digital experiences—most notably the university’s award-winning Digital Experience Platform, which streamlines operations and boosts student success. Justin specializes in enterprise systems, data governance, and AI enablement, and is known for building collaborative partnerships across academic and administrative units. He presents frequently on responsible AI in higher education and the organizational conditions needed for teams to adopt and sustain new technologies.