ARC2026 opens with a fireside conversation featuring Sal Khan, founder and CEO of Khan Academy, whose work embodies how a clear mission— translated into purposeful action— can spark transformative impact for learners and institutions alike. 

Together, we will explore how higher education can navigate a rapidly evolving landscape shaped by AI, new delivery models, and emerging opportunities. Khan will share forward-looking perspectives on how collaboration and innovation can expand access, strengthen outcomes, and shape the future of learning in an increasingly competitive landscape. This plenary sets the stage for ARC2026’s charge: turning mission into action, and action into lasting impact.