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SoACE Technology KG
Kudos to the leadership team planning and coordinating the Summer Technology Bootcamp! Lots of logistics went into advertising, connecting speakers with engaged audiences, and directing a full two-day mini-conference. Well done!
Technology KG Boot Camp Presenters
All the Technology KG Boot Camp presenters rocked! We flexed our marketing and technology muscles with Kelli Gemmer (Florida State University), Sonia Hernandez (Florida International Univ.), Audrey Key (Middle Tennessee State), Katlyn Kurtz & Peter Thorsett (University of South Florida), Val Matta (CareerShift), Leslie Neal (Mississippi State Univ.), Tara Stevenson (Flagler College). Thank you all for sharing your time and talents.
Alabama Association of Colleges & Employers
The Alabama Association of Colleges & Employers (AACE) hosted their best summer conference ever this year! The programming and speakers were top notch. Kudos to the Alabama state association!
UNC University Career Services Team
I am so proud and impressed by all the great work done by the team at UNC-Chapel Hill. This group never ceases to be amazing.
University of Tennessee Center for Career Development
I work with some of the most amazing people. They are always there for you and ready to step in if you need help. I can’t imagine working anywhere else. We recently had multiple events happening this summer and everyone pitched in. No one ever says that’s not my job! They just ask how can I help, or just jump in and start helping. I am honored to be a part of such a great group of people!
Texas State University Career Services Team
I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work with the best Career Services team ever! Each and every team member is geared up for a successful semester and ready to launch high-energy and impactful programs and services that will lead our Bobcats on the road to success. Many thanks to the Texas State University Career Services team for your creativity, innovation, leadership, and energy! You ROCK!! – Norma Guerra Gaier
Jay Skipworth, Auburn University Career Center
Big thanks to Jay on all of his dedicated work at Auburn and for our students. We wish you luck in your new adventure and you will be missed.
Dave Sargent, Clemson University
For his leadership and mentorship at work and collaboration with the Assessment and Data Analytics KG.
Kathy Horner, Clemson University
For her leadership and ability to take current practices to new levels.
Kristin Walker, Clemson University
Thank you so much for coming through with an outstanding blog post about assessments within a day of an on-the-fly all-call request! You are a superstar in everything you do and will be amazing in your new role. I hope you know how much you are appreciated!
Neil Burton, Clemson University
For his leadership and mentorship.
Troy Nunamaker, Clemson University
For his leadership and mentorship.
Alicia Smyth, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Kudos to Alicia for her service to the Florida Association of Colleges and Employers. She’s dedicated countless hours to enhance the organization, inspiring and mentoring members to their fullest potential. We won’t be the same without you but can’t wait to see where you’re headed as a growing SoACE leader!
Valerie Mandel, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Sincere thanks and appreciation for stepping up and going above and beyond during Orientation and the first week of classes. I really don’t know what I would do without you!
Erin Minta, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Thank you for all of the extra hours and effort you put into your role as Treasurer of the Colleges of Central Florida Career Consortium! You went above and beyond and really cared to ensure that things were done correctly. You leave behind big shoes to fill and you are appreciated so much.
Sandi Ohman, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
You are rocking it as Chair of the Colleges of Central Florida Career Consortium! Thank you for staying on top of things, communicating effectively, and keeping our traditions alive while striving to make improvements.
Efigenia Gonzalez-Duran, Florida International University
Thank you for your leadership as we continue to grow, evolve, and change as a team. We can always count on your steadfastness during times of growth!
Ivette Duarte, Florida International University
Thank you for your smile, leadership, and patience as we transition into 2018-2019! We know with you, we can face anything!
Joseph Jutan, Florida International University
So proud of you! You have stepped up to the plate and batted a home run. I love seeing you take on student appointments, support orientation, and so much more! You will be going places.
Martha Rosa, Florida International University
So excited for the new chapter in your life! Congrats on the new job, and you will be missed.
Sonia Gonzalez, Florida International University
Congratulations on your new role!
Erin Dabbs, Georgia State University
Erin and Ashley Watts from Georgia State University Career Services agreed to have their ‘2018 Employer Breakfast’, held on 7/17, spotlighted on the SoACE Employer Relations Knowledge Group’s twitter (@SoACEerkg). They gave us insight into a successful employer engagement event and we are appreciative.
Kelly Atwood, Mississippi State University
Kelly did an amazing job coordinating the Technology Boot Camp for the Technology KG! Thank you for all of your hard work!
Kelly Atwood, Mississippi State University
Kelly did an AMAZING job as Coordinator of the Technology KG Summer Boot Camp program! Her efforts ensured that this year’s programs covered a wide range of topics and were well attended! Thank you, Kelly, for a job well done!
Leslie Nea, Mississippi State University
SoACE Technology KG Boot Camp was Leslie’s first presentation! We are proud of her challenging herself to submit a proposal & her execution of an amazing webinar. First of many to come, Leslie. – MSU Career Center Family.
Sara Concini, N.C. State University
Sara was conference chair, leading a cohort of North and South Carolinians to successfully pull off a great 2018 annual conference! I’ve served with Sara on several committees over the years, but bringing together two state teams with a unified mission, was a monumental task, one that she did with grace, tact, and energy! She deserves much more than KUDOS, and sincere appreciation from both states for her dedication to the career education field!
Emilio Lorenzo, Nova Southeastern University
Since Emilio has been promoted to Associate Director of Employer Relations, he has done an incredible job of redefining the vision of his team and creatively improving strategies to engage with employers and get them on campus. He is a true leader and is inspirational to many SA Pros. Kudos Emilio!
Kanika Brown, Oklahoma City University
Kanika is a bright ray of sunshine in our office, always bringing joy and laughter our way, and creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for our students. She is encouraging and always positive about the work we do. She goes above and beyond in setting up for events and presentations, and made our kick-off event just amazing! She is such a valued member of our team!
Jennifer Fonseca, Palm Beach Atlantic University
Kudos to Jennifer on her her recent Keynote Address at the Annual FloridaACE Conference this summer! Her inspirational messages left members motivated to begin a new academic year with excitement, reflection and positive direction.
John Sheehy, Stetson University
Keep up the great work as the FloridaACE President!
Katlyn Kurtz, University of South Florida
Katlyn is a quiet force making sure our marketing operations keep humming along. She is also generous with her time and talents helping colleagues across Florida and around the region on everything from conference marketing to leading a webinar on Asana! We appreciate all you do for us, Katlyn!
Peter Thorsett, University of South Florida-Tampa
Kudos to Peter for his innovative ideas and educational savvy to engage members in implementing their own technological programs. His ability to inspire any career development individual to adopt a new idea and feel competent in their own skills to effect change is unfounded and incomparable! We all have so much more to learn from his expertise.
Tim Harding, University of Tampa
For mentorship and leadership with the Competency Symposium.
Marc Holcomb, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Special recognition is owed to Marc Holcomb who approached a new project with enthusiasm and solid planning. He served as the Creative Director for a significantly redesigned Career Guide which involved a great deal of collaboration with others. We would not have completed this undertaking without his investment in the project.
LaMar Black, Center for Career Development – University of Tennessee, Knoxville
LaMar Black joined our employer development team in June and has jumped right in. He has already traveled to Houston to develop relationships with companies and is planning our 2nd annual Employer Relations Summit in August. I’m so glad he is on our team.
Jamie Blackmon, Wallace State Community College
Jamie is a fantastic person to work with! Seeing her enthusiasm and dedication motivates me to do better every day! Our students appreciate her effort and Wallace State Community College is better because she is a part of it!
