In this Channel Insider: Partner POV episode, host Katie Bavoso interviews Nathan Davidson, Vice President of Partnerships at Five Star Technology Solutions, a solutions and services provider dedicated to K-12 education support. They explore how Five Star helps schools navigate tight budgets, evolving EdTech needs, AI adoption, and the complexities of CTO roles in education. Learn how Five Star partners with schools to provide trusted advisory services, efficient technology solutions, and support for long-term digital transformation.
📌 Topics & Time Codes:
00:00 – Introduction to Nathan Davidson and Five Star Technology Solutions
01:57 – Nathan’s career journey from aspiring teacher to EdTech leader
05:45 – Five Star’s services for K-12: infrastructure, analytics, professional development
09:02 – The evolving role of CTOs in schools and their critical responsibilities
13:33 – How school IT leaders turn to Five Star for support
17:15 – Tackling tight school budgets with smart technology investments
23:27 – AI in education: trends, challenges, and professional development
26:30 – The pandemic’s impact on K-12 technology adoption
30:14 – Success stories: Supporting schools through the shift to remote learning