2023 AIR Forum
May 30 – June 2 | Cleveland, OH
Join us May 30 – June 2 in beautiful downtown Cleveland, OH for the 2023 AIR Forum!
With Lake Erie in its front yard, downtown Cleveland offers a picturesque setting for enjoying the history, innovation, and attractions that make this destination a conference favorite.
A state-of-the-art, sustainable convention center campus and convenient host hotels in the center of a vibrant downtown scene provide the perfect backdrop for AIR Forum attendees to gather and learn, connect, and share.
Quick Links
Travel and Hotel
Learn about the conference center and host hotels.
Schedule at a Glance
Get a look at the conference schedule, May 29 – June 2.
Keynote Speakers
Learn about our opening keynote, Kwame Christian, and our closing keynote panel.
Conference Location
Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland
300 Lakeside Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44113
For additional information, visit Travel and Hotel.
Host Hotels
A true city-wide event, the 2023 AIR Forum takes over downtown Cleveland with four host hotels! For online reservations and additional information, visit Travel and Hotel.
DoubleTree Cleveland Downtown-Lakeside
1111 Lakeside Ave. E, Cleveland OH 44114
Westin Cleveland Downtown
777 St. Clair Ave. NE, Cleveland OH 44102
Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Tower
1360 West Mall Drive Cleveland, Ohio 44114
Hilton Cleveland Downtown
100 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44114
Special Event
Tour the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Wednesday, May 31 | 6:30–8:30 p.m. ET
Cleveland welcomes us to the city by granting AIR Forum attendees exclusive access to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame! Join us Wednesday immediately following the Exhibit Hall networking reception to enjoy a dessert reception (with cash bar) and access to the entire hall of fame filled with good music, exhibits and experiences, and more. Transportation will be provided—busses load at the Lakeside entry of the convention center beginning at 6 p.m. ET and will loop until 8:30 p.m. ET.
#AIRForum Buzz
See what attendees said during the 2022 conference:
"My first #airforum was beyond expectations!! Met amazing people, listened to insightful sessions and learned about meaningful projects that are excellent examples of #institutionalchange for #studentsuccess. I can’t wait to begin work on some projects! See you all next year!!"
"Really thinking about @ruha9 keynote around the dangers of “do-gooder data” and the harm such data might enact, esp on our students. #airforum“
“Considering data governance in my position. After this closing keynote will be thinking about indigenous data governance as well #AIRForum”
"Having a great time at the 2022 AIR Forum! Already looking forward to next year 😁“
"Grateful to have been with my fellow #highered data nerds these past few days. My heart is full of ideas, inspiration, and new connections. Now let’s get to work and use data strategically to transform our colleges and universities for equitable student success. #AIRForum"
"Lots of great colleagues sharing vital knowledge to support student success. Happy to see the many opportunities to learn how to use data equitably to support inclusion and increase belonging on our campuses. Goodbye, beautiful Phoenix! Thanks! #Airforum”
"Last week I attended my first #airforum conference. It was a great opportunity to meet other individuals in the institutional research field and connect with them. I learned so much from attending the sessions and I am excited to apply my new knowledge at DelVal! Looking forward to attending next years conference. #dataanalytics #highereducation”