Charley Butcher
AI, Change Management & Technology Consolidation Consultant
With over 28 years of experience in educational technology and a forward-thinking vision for AI, Charley is dedicated to helping institutions navigate their digital transformation. His expertise is built on a proven track record of leading and implementing large-scale technology initiatives that not only enhance learning environments but also create more efficient and resilient organizational structures.
AI Integration & Curriculum Modernization:
Charley has been at the forefront of responsibly and effectively integrating AI across the curriculum for many years. His work has culminated in the development of a comprehensive "AI integration blueprint" designed to empower both educators and students. His expertise in this area has led to numerous presentations and discussions at national events, including Educause, RTM, and ACCS. Charley focuses on practical applications of AI to improve academic rigor, student engagement, and faculty productivity, ensuring that technology serves as a powerful partner in the educational mission.
Change Management & Faculty Empowerment:
Successful technological change is less about the tools and more about the people. Charley specializes in the human side of innovation, ensuring a smooth and collaborative transition for faculty and staff. Through extensive professional development and a hands-on, supportive approach, he has successfully driven the adoption of new technologies and methodologies. One example is his recent work with faculty to improve usage of the Learning Management System (Moodle), where he helped increase faculty usage from 17% to 96%. He also recently spearheaded a 1:1 device program, a critical initiative for enhancing student engagement and digital literacy, especially given the institution’s recent pivot to AI literacy. He excels at empowering educators to confidently embrace new tools, transforming their teaching practices for the modern learner.
Consolidation, Efficiency, and Vendor Strategy:
In an environment often cluttered with disparate tools and vendors, Charley is an expert in strategic consolidation. By leveraging powerful, unified ecosystems like Google Workspace, he has helped organizations streamline administrative processes, automate manual tasks, and significantly reduce operational overhead. His role as a Google Super Admin and experience as a Google Webinar Panelist provide a unique perspective on maximizing the value of these platforms, moving beyond basic functionality to create a truly integrated and efficient digital campus. This strategic approach to vendor management not only cuts costs but also simplifies the user experience for the entire community.
His consulting work is centered on these three pillars: creating a strategic and responsible AI plan, managing the change to ensure buy-in and success, and optimizing technology portfolios for long-term efficiency. He is committed to partnering with organizations to build a more agile, innovative, and future-ready educational landscape.
Recent Presentations and Interviews:
● Gemini and Lynchburg Blueprint
● No Holds Barred Radio Interview
Certifications:
· Google Certified Administrator
· Teaching with Artificial Intelligence 2025 from EDUCAUSE
· Generative AI for Educators Certificate from Google
· Google AI for Higher Education from Google