Negotiating Your Value: Money, Influence, and Career Advancement
Location: Titian 2305
Date: Wednesday, September 30th
Time: 3:10 PM – 4:00 PM
Behind every title and promotion is a series of negotiations most people were never taught to navigate. This session breaks down how leaders advocate for their value, structure compensation beyond salary, and navigate power dynamics in high-stakes conversations. From equity to influence, panelists will share real strategies for negotiating outcomes that build long-term wealth and career leverage.
Moderator: Melissa Aarskaug
Speakers: W. Ron Allen, Adriana Kasunic, Emma Baylock
Leadership Without Burnout: How High Performers Protect Their Energy
Location: Titian 2305
Date: Wednesday, September 30th
Time: 3:10 PM – 4:00 PM
Leadership roles often come with intense demands and constant decision-making. In this discussion, experienced executives will share how they manage stress, maintain resilience, and avoid burnout while leading teams and driving business performance. The panel will explore practical strategies such as boundary setting, delegation, managing decision fatigue, and redefining what sustainable leadership looks like in a fast-moving industry.
Moderator: Dyani Marvel
Speakers: Lauren O’Brien, Paul Speirs-Hernandez, Shantel Love