Fueling Video Learning: The Startup Stories Behind Panopto’s Rise

In this exciting podcast episode, we dive deep into the remarkable journey of Panopto, a leading video learning platform. Join us as Deb Garretson, the Senior Director of Sales at Panopto, shares the inspiring story of how the company began as a startup at Carnegie Mellon University in 2007. Since then, Panopto has transformed into a powerhouse of lecture capture and video content management solutions for both higher education and enterprises.

Deb passionately highlights key factors behind Panopto’s impressive success, such as its hardware-agnostic strategy, seamless integration with learning management systems, and intuitive features that empower non-technical users to effortlessly record, edit, and manage their video content. We also discuss how Panopto rose to the occasion during the pandemic, meeting the soaring demand for video learning tools while maintaining an unwavering commitment to innovation, including leveraging AI to enrich the student learning experience.

Moreover, Deb underscores the strong relationships Panopto has built with its customers and the vibrant community that has significantly contributed to its adoption across 60 countries, impacting over 11 million users! The episode wraps up with an engaging discussion on exciting future trends and the potential for Panopto to continue driving advancements in the world of video-based learning. Don’t miss out on this insightful episode!

Keywords: video learning platform, lecture capture, video content management solutions, higher education, learning management systems, video learning tools, AI in education, Panopto, Carnegie Mellon University, video-based learning, EdTech

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0:00 Introduction
0:10 Panopto's Startup Origins and Video Learning Evolution
4:47 Panopto Becomes Lecture Capture Leader
9:21 Panopto's Growth and Response to Covid-19
13:48 Campus-Wide Lecture Capture Improves Student Retention
16:05 Record Everything and Make it Accessible
19:25 Lecture Capture Research and Mythbusting
20:31 Deb's Favorite Features = Search
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Guest:
Deb Garretson, Senior Director of Sales, Panopto

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Panasonic LUMIX GH5 4K Digital Camera
Panasonic Lumix G X Vario 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH. Power O.I.S. Lens
RODE Wireless PRO 2-Person Clip-On Wireless Microphone System/Recorder with Lavaliers (2.4 GHz)
RODE VideoMic Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone
TAAOKA Camera Sling Bag with Tripod Holder
K&F Concept 64 inch/163cm Camera Tripod (fits in luggage and backpacks)

About Scott Nadzan:
Scott Nadzan is the VP of Product Marketing and Strategic Communications at Panopto, but don’t let that title fool you; he's spent the last 20+ years working in the video learning space. Scott's been a media producer and technology director at Syracuse University and still teaches a Digital Marketing class at the School of Management at Syracuse University. He was also fortunate to spend over 10 years building and growing a company called Ensemble Video, which was acquired by Panopto. So, video learning is a part of Scott's DNA and at the heart of all he does.

Follow Scott on LinkedIn:   / scottnadzan  .