New to the Profession Designed for educational advancement professionals with fewer than two years of professional advancement experience, this workshop will explore the fundamentals of advancement and lay the groundwork for a successful career in this exciting profession. You will hone networking skills, participate in small breakout sessions with veterans in the field of Development, Marketing and Communications, Alumni Relations, and Advancement Services. You will hear helpful tips for navigating the District Conference and grow your personal network of education advancement professionals. Facilitator; Jeff McLain, Senior Director, Gift Planning, Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Leadership Leading advancement shops in higher education is rewarding work. But it can be incredibly challenging. The list that successful leaders must navigate to support their employees continues to grow. This pre-conference workshop tackles many of those challenges head-on. Self-care, burnout, and managing from all directions are a few of the topics we’ll cover. Then, we’ll open the conversation to learn about industry leadership struggles and best practices from one another. If you’re new to leadership, a seasoned pro who is willing to share, or someone looking for a career leap—this pre-conference will help you address the challenges that leaders must navigate in an ever-changing world. Co-facilitators: Dr. Carrie Phillips, Chief Communications and Marketing Officer, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and Dr. Brandy Jackson, Associate Vice Chancellor for Alumni, University of Arkansas