EACE25 Collection Quick Links:

• Keynote: Dr. Joshua Fredenburg: The Culture Code: Unlocking The Leadership Strategies To Experience The Positive Results Of A Culture of Belonging
• Session 1: University-Employer Partnerships: Best Practices for Sponsorship and Engagement - Sponsored by Enterprise Mobility
• Session 2: Strategies for Creating, Developing, & Leading Productive Teams
• Session 3: Neurodiversity 101: Empowering Career, Employment, and HR Professionals with Need-to-Knows
• Session 4: Equitable Recruiting, Retention, Data Tracking, and Onboarding (Part of the Leadership Academy Series)
• Session 5: W.O.R.K. Talks
• Session 6: Technology Showcase
• Session 7: Launching Careers: Advocating for a 'National Employment Signing Day' for College Graduates
• Session 8: Runway to Real World: Engaging Students Through Career Fashion
• Session 9: Closing Panel: Belonging in Action: Building Inclusive Work and Life Communities
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The Culture Code: Unlocking The Leadership Strategies To Experience The Positive Results Of A Culture Of Belonging

Creating a culture of belonging is more than a goal—it’s the foundation for building a thriving, engaged, and successful community.

In this inspiring session, Dr. Jay shares applicable leadership strategies that empower professionals to create a culture of belonging that fosters trust, builds a sense of purpose, inspires others, cultivates strong relationships, empowers leaders to serve others more effectively, and enables people to reach their fullest potential.

Through this session, participants will discover how to:

• Foster a team-oriented atmosphere through effective leadership strategies
• Strengthen engagement and connection through intentional culture-building
• Create spaces where everyone feels empowered, seen, and supported
• Become more effective at serving others with Emotional Intelligence

With a focus on unlocking professionals to create a culture of belonging, Dr. Jay provides professionals with the tools they need to create a space where everyone can thrive, succeed, and reach their fullest potential.

Joshua Fredenburg
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Dr. Joshua Fredenburg is a nationally acclaimed speaker, author, leadership consultant, and a visionary force in personal and organizational development. With a career spanning over sixteen years, he has touched lives across 49 states and globally, delivering powerful messages on leadership, diversity and inclusion, and personal empowerment. Holding a Doctoral Degree in Organizational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University and a Master’s Degree from Biola University, Dr. Fredenburg combines academic rigor with real-world experience. His journey is not just marked by professional achievements but also by his profound impact on individuals and organizations. As the President and Founder of the Circle of Change Leadership Experience, he has transformed the lives of thousands, especially culturally diverse and first-generation students, guiding them towards leadership excellence. Recognized for his contributions, he has received numerous accolades, including an honorary membership from Golden Key International and recognition as a Top Leader Under 40 in South Florida. Dr. Fredenburg's journey is a testament to his commitment to creating leaders who are not only successful but also empathetic and inclusive, making a lasting difference in the world.

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University-Employer Partnerships: Best Practices for Sponsorship and Engagement

Sponsored by Enterprise Mobility

Susquehanna University's employer sponsorship program increased revenue by 300% in 24-25. Sponsorship dollars funded student career initiatives, boosted career services' brand, and fostered partnerships with campus departments. Clark Associates, an employer partner, prioritizes student engagement over brand recognition. This presentation discusses how small universities can start employer sponsorship programs and shares Clark Associates' philosophy on effective university partnerships.

Presenters: 

• Alexandra Grill, Director, Susquehanna University Career Development Center
• Jared Yoder, Recruitment Specialist, Clark Associates
• Tess Marsh, Employer Partnership Specialist, Susquehanna University Career Development Center

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Strategies for Creating, Developing, & Leading Productive Teams

Productive, high-performing teams don’t happen by chance, they are intentionally built through strategic planning, thoughtful development, and effective leadership. This engaging session provides practical tools and techniques for forming cohesive teams, developing individual and collective strengths, and leading with clarity, trust, and purpose. Participants will explore essential leadership skills such as critical thinking, effective decision-making, and setting clear expectations, while learning how to foster a culture of accountability and collaboration. Additional topics include, enhancing communication, aligning team efforts with organizational goals, and applying leadership strategies that drive engagement and sustained results. Whether you are creating a new team or aiming to elevate an existing one, this workshop offers actionable insights to help you lead focused, empowered, and results-driven teams.

Presenter:

• Wendy Johnson, Principle/CEO, MANAGING FROM AFAR

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Neurodiversity 101: Empowering Career, Employment, and HR Professionals with Need-to-Knows

Neurodiversity has recently garnered much attention so this a timely session for career, employment, and Human Resources professionals to join to gain a foundational understanding of neurodiversity and how to create meaningful neuro-inclusive awareness, practices, and actionable strategies.

Session Attendee Engagement: We will assess the audience’s familiarity with neurodiversity, setting the stage for an interactive session. And then strategic Q&A pauses throughout the session to ensure clarity and engagement.

Building a Neurodiversity Foundation: Through three analogies, we will establish a foundation for understanding neurodiversity. Attendees will learn key terms: neurodiversity, neurodivergent, and neurotypical, along with examples of currently referred to as neurodivergent profiles.

Neurodiversity & Disclosure: We will explore how self-knowledge fosters self-advocacy, empowering individuals to request accommodations/adjustments when needed. We will discuss the valid reasons why some may not disclose so therefore respected and support focused on coaching traits, raising awareness, and offering supportive tools.

Actionable Strategies – “Low-Hanging Fruit” Calls to Action: Ensure a neuro-inclusive welcome through your intake process, website, and materials, and continue your neurodiversity education to strengthen confidence in conversations with students, employees, and candidates.

Employment & Future Trends: Coach Maureen will share her “greatest chance for successful employment” strategy, emphasizing neurodivergent-friendly employers. We will also discuss ongoing education, younger generations’ perspectives, and AI’s evolving role.

Interactive Reflection & Final Q&A: Attendees will with confidence identify one takeaway, one action step, and one learning goal to fulfill after leaving this session and then conclude with an open “Ask Coach Maureen Anything” Q&A.

Presenter:

• Maureen Hilton, Neurodiversity & Autism Trainer, Speaker and Career Coach, Maureen Hilton Strategies

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Equitable Recruiting, Retention, Data Tracking, and Onboarding
Part of the Leadership Academy Series

As career development and recruiting professionals, we pride ourselves on knowing what effective hiring should look like—but do we apply those same best practices when hiring for our own teams? Are we truly minimizing bias, ensuring equity, and giving our search committees the structure they need to make confident decisions?

How often has a candidate thanked you for your process—even after not getting the job?

In this session, we’ll explore how to walk the talk. We'll share our comprehensive, three-week onboarding process that fosters collaboration and connection from day one—featuring informal meet-ups, shadowing opportunities, tech trainings, and key introductions across departments. One recent hire described it as “the most in-depth, intentional introduction to a new role” they’ve ever received.

You'll leave with actionable tools to improve both your hiring and onboarding practices—building inclusive processes that make new staff feel welcomed, valued, and set up for long-term success.

Presenters:

• Robbin Beauchamp, Assistant Provost, Wentworth Institute of Technology
• Narali Taglialavore, Director of Cooperative Education, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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 W.O.R.K. Talks

W.O.R.K. Talks are TED-style talks focused on emerging trends or thought-provoking ideas around Worth, Opportunity, Resilience, and Knowledge that define our work. It’s more than a job; it’s a journey. When we bring purpose, curiosity, and resilience to our work, we unlock its true power, and in turn, we unlock our true potential.

Presenters:

• Roger Grannis, Principal, Grannis Group
• The Yellow Cake Principle: The Prize-Winning Recipe for Influencing Others
• Philip Wilkerson, Employer Engagement Consultant, George Mason University
• From Self-Doubt and Failure to Success: A Journey of Growth, Identity, and Resilience 
• Wendy Johnson, Principle/CEO, MANAGING FROM AFAR
• Leading from Within: The Power of Self-Reflection

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Technology Showcase

The use of technology in career services is rapidly evolving, and EACE members are at the forefront of leveraging these tools to enhance student and employer experiences. As part of the EACE Technology Committee’s work in 2024 – 2025, a Technology Showcase document was compiled with contributions from professionals across the EACE membership highlighting how technology is being used in innovative ways across career services. This session will explore some of the particularly noteworthy articles, blogs, research summaries, workshops, etc. that were featured in the publication, how to utilize the document, and allow for the discussion of additional technology uses by attendees. As technology continues to change within career services and higher education in general, this session will also include updates from the EACE Technology Committee about current technology use including AI and its evolving legal and political landscape.

Presenters:

• Steve Kligerman, Assistant Director for Programming & Career Everywhere, University of Connecticut
• Crystal Murillo, Health Careers Program Advisor, Montclair State University

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Educational Session 7: Presented Thursday, June 26, 2025

Launching Careers: Advocating for a 'National Employment Signing Day' for College Graduates

The idea for the “National Employment Signing Day” event is a spinoff from college athletics national signing day—involving athletes signing letters of intent to compete at a college or university. The main purpose of this brand-new event was to highlight our graduating students’ accomplishments—receiving job offers. Additionally, it is a way for the college's employer partners to connect again with the students they hired, promote their organization/brand, and their career opportunities. Furthermore, it could be utilized as an Admissions recruitment tool for both students and parents. During the inaugural event, students signed their names, and the name of their employer. Approximately 40 students “signed”, along with six employers who traveled to attend this first-year program. This will now be an annual signature event for the college's students and employer partners, with the number of attendees expected to rapidly grow to 50+ students and 20+ employers next year. We are calling on all college career services across the country to join us in establishing a "National Employment Signing Day" to be held every year on the last Thursday of April!

Presenters:

• Maureen Sibble, Director, Alfred State-SUNY College
• Valerie Daciw, Senior Career Development Associate, Alfred State-SUNY College
• Paul Welker, Community Relations Associate, Alfred State-SUNY College 

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Educational Session 8: Presented Friday, June 27, 2025

Runway to Real World: Engaging Students Through Career Fashion

This session will explore how on-campus resources can serve as dynamic tools for student engagement, personal branding, and professional development. By integrating fashion shows into career closet initiatives, institutions can create an interactive and impactful platform for students to develop their professional image, network with employers, and build confidence. Attendees will learn strategies for creating and maintaining career closets on campuses, organizing events, fostering inclusivity, and leveraging fashion shows to promote career readiness while providing students with access to professional attire.

Presenters:

• Jenn Morrill, Associate Director of Career & Self-Discovery, Russell Sage College

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Belonging in Action: Building Inclusive Work and Life Communities
Closing Panel

Panelists

• Jennifer Rossi Long, Executive Director, West Chester University
• Noah Simon, Director, University at Albany 
• Matthew Brink, Chief Content & Programs Officer, National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)
• Walter Thorne, Market President & Publisher, Albany Business Review

Moderator

• Kelly Ahn, Assistant Dean, Columbia University

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