Fame 2024: Financial Aid & School Management Conference: Full Schedule

The Fame Annual Financial Aid & School Management Conference is the premier, anticipated event for higher education professionals around the country. We offer an array of informative, collaborative sessions covering Financial Aid, Regulatory Compliance, Operations, and much more. You can learn more and register here.

We look forward to seeing you there!

1:00pm EDT

Early Registration Opens

Wednesday May 1, 2024 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Hotel Lobby

General

7:30am EDT

Breakfast

Thursday May 2, 2024 7:30am - 8:30am EDT
Sky Terrace

Meals/Breaks

7:30am EDT

Registration Desk Open

Speakers

Julia Brown

VP Sales & Market Development, FAME

Ms. Brown represents 18 years of postsecondary educational experience and over 32 years of proven sales, marketing and general management experience. She held the position of Executive Director of a prominent career school prior to joining FAME in 1991. Julia is responsible for developing... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 7:30am - 5:00pm EDT
Foyer

General

8:30am EDT

Welcome!

Speakers

Julia Brown

VP Sales & Market Development, FAME

Ricky Alfaro

General Manager, CEO, Fame

As General Manager of Fame, Mr. Alfaro is responsible for growing Fame's business through key initiatives and bringing new products to market. He has 18+ years of management and process improvement experience and 14+ years of experience working with student information systems, financial... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 8:30am - 9:00am EDT
Las Olas Ballroom

General

9:00am EDT

Federal Update - Augmented Reality

The Sally Samuels and Tom Netting duo is ready to give you a quick overview of new regulations and changes effective with the 2024-2025 award year. This includes the implementation of the 2024-25 FAFSA, Pell Awarding, Website requirements, financial responsibilities, etc.

Speakers

Sally Samuels

Director of Compliance, Fame

Sally is one of the country’s leading authorities on Federal financial aid administration with 41 years of “in the trenches” experience. As a respected Industry leader, she is frequently called upon to speak at School, Accrediting, Regional and State conferences as well as... Read More →

Tom Netting

CEO, TEN Government Strategies

Tom Netting has more than 30 years of experience working in government relations and public policy and has established himself as a leader in strategic policy development and advocacy in the fields of higher education and workforce development, elementary and secondary education... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Las Olas Ballroom

General

9:00am EDT

Focus on Technology Center

Stop in for a look at Fame's offerings!

Speakers

Steven Pabom

Product Manager, Fame

Steven is at the forefront of driving the overall product strategy for Fame, overseeing a diverse portfolio of products. With a remarkable 20 years in the Higher Education industry, Steven brings an extensive background in financial aid, boasting over 18 years of knowledge and expertise.Steven... Read More →

Joseph Gonzalez

Director of Development, Fame

Thursday May 2, 2024 9:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Foyer

Technology

9:00am EDT

Support Room

Visit with Monica, Carolyn, Stephanie, Jessica, and Alex!

Speakers

Monica Heslin

Financial Aid Service Specialist, Fame

Monica Heslin has been in higher education for 24 years. Starting out as a cosmetology educator she quickly realized the importance of a full circle structure within the post-secondary. She has focused the last 15 years on financial aid, compliance, and school management. Monica’s... Read More →

Carolyn Melton

Client Solutions Manager, Fame

Carolyn has been in the higher education sector for 22 years. Carolyn served as Director of Financial Aid prior to her finding a position in the Consulting Services Department at Fame. She now brings her extensive knowledge of ESP, Advantage FinAid, Freedom, Freedom FinAid, and APFAM... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 9:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Bonnet

Technology

10:00am EDT

Coffee Break with Partners

Thursday May 2, 2024 10:00am - 10:30am EDT
Foyer

Meals/Breaks

10:30am EDT

2024 Verification

We will discuss the key changes to verification for the 24/25 Award Year, further covering which documents are required and acceptable to conduct verification and when it is necessary to make corrections or updates to the 24/25 FAFSA.

Speakers

Christal Carson

Software & Financial Aid Trainer, Fame

Christal Carson brings the knowledge and experience from our Customer Service and Financial Aid Processing teams to her latest role on our Training team at Fame. She has 13 years of experience in the Financial Aid field with an extensive focus on Title IV Regulatory matters including... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Las Olas Ballroom I,II, III

Financial Aid

10:30am EDT

TILA Forms

In this session, we will break down the 2023 Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) report on Tuition Payment Plans, how that report and federal Truth-in-Lending requirements might impact your school, and help all attendees navigate their way through complexities of student financing regulations

Speakers

Sean Steinmarc

CEO, TFC Tuition

Sean Steinmarc, in his leadership role at TFC Tuition Financing, is working to improve the affordability of education for *all* students. A graduate of The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, Sean spent the first eight years of his career in financial services leadership... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Las Olas Ballroom VI, V, IV

Management

10:30am EDT

Virtual Financial Aid Office

Join Amber as she walks through Fame’s newest offering – Virtual Financial Aid Office!

Speakers

Amber Turner

Director of Virtual Financial Aid Services, Fame

Amber Turner has 20+ years of experience in finance and 14+ years of experience in Financial Aid Administration. Currently serving as the Director of Virtual Financial Aid Services, Amber is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Virtual Financial Aid Office. Her role includes... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Himmarshee

Technology

11:30am EDT

2024-25 Pell / DL Awarding

FAFSA Simplification is changing the face of the Federal Student Aid process as we’ve known it. Except for SAI who’s coming back stronger than ever. Let’s chat about the new processes you need to know about to accurately award students in the 24/25 award year.

Speakers

Ibis Vento Chow

Consulting Services Manager, Fame

Ibis Vento received her Bachelor's and Master of Science in Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University. Since joining the higher education industry in 2002, she has attained a myriad of experiences and extensive financial aid knowledge within her different roles. She... Read More →

John Rocha

Financial Aid Consultant, Fame

Thursday May 2, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom I,II, III

Financial Aid

11:30am EDT

Financial Responsibility

Join Eileen Keller as she helps you to understand the Mandatory and Nonmandatory triggering events that may cause the institution the have to recalculate the financial ratios in the middle of a fiscal year.

Speakers

Eileen Keller

Partner, SST Accountants & Consultants

Eileen has 25 years of public accounting experience and is nationally known for her specialization in audit and accounting services for career schools and colleges. In addition to her role as partner, she serves as the firm’s director of career services overseeing the management... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom VI, V, IV

Management

11:30am EDT

Step into the Future of SIS Excellence!

Step into the Future of SIS Excellence!

Join us for an exhilarating session that unveils the unparalleled advantages of our cutting-edge SIS application!

Explore the Benefits:
Discover the game-changing benefits that our flagship SIS application brings to the forefront of student management. From seamless integration to unparalleled efficiency, this session is your gateway to unlocking the full potential of student management excellence!

Experience the Evolution:
Be the first to witness the evolution of Advantage SIS with exclusive updates on enhancements and brand-new features! Stay ahead of the curve as we showcase the latest innovations that will revolutionize the way you navigate through the student lifecycle.

Peek into the Future:
Get a sneak peek into the future of Advantage SIS, where possibilities are limitless. Our visionary insights will leave you inspired and ready to embrace the next era of SIS technology.

Don't miss out on this transformative journey – reserve your spot now and be a trailblazer in shaping the future of student information systems with Advantage SIS!

Speakers

Joseph Gonzalez

Director of Development, Fame

Andrei Yancheuski

Advantage Product Owner, Fame

Meet Andrei, an accomplished professional with over 15 years of hands-on experience in Information Technology (IT). With a rich and diverse background, he has led numerous projects, demonstrating a unique ability to transform complex technical concepts into user-friendly solutions... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Himmarshee

Technology

12:30pm EDT

Lunch

Thursday May 2, 2024 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom

Meals/Breaks

1:30pm EDT

Professional Judgement/Conflicting Information

Did you know that new requirements have been published for Conflicting information and Professional Judgement considerations? Let’s discuss what you need to know about the new requirements.

Speakers

Ibis Vento Chow

Consulting Services Manager, Fame

Thursday May 2, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom I,II, III

Financial Aid

1:30pm EDT

Cybersecurity - What Do We Need to Know?

Brandon Sherman is going to stress the importance of being compliant with the FTC security regulations that schools are required to take to protect students, parents, and staff personal information. The hackers are good, and are sending bait out to you every day, just hoping someone will take a bite. Major hospitals, casinos, and universities have been hacked. Learn how to avoid being a victim.

Speakers

John Marty

Associate, Saul Ewing

John Marty’s practice includes handling matters involving cybersecurity and privacy, including assisting higher education institutions that are experiencing a data breach. John also assists client’s in developing and ensuring that their data use policies and contracts comply with... Read More →

Brandon Sherman

Of Counsel, Saul Ewing

Brandon's unique perspectives come from his time at the U.S. Department of Education and experience in the private sector.Brandon’s practice focuses on advising institutions of higher education, accrediting agencies, and education investors on a wide range of legal and compliance... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom VI, V, IV

Management

1:30pm EDT

Journey into The Future of Financial Aid Systems!

Journey into The Future of Financial Aid Systems!
Discover Unparalleled Support:
Unlock the full potential of your Financial Aid Department as we delve into the extraordinary benefits of our flagship FinAid application designed exclusively for higher education. Seamlessly navigate the financial aid terrain and elevate your student's educational journey with unparalleled support!

Stay Ahead with Advanced Features:
Stay one step ahead in Title IV administration with real-time updates on enhancements and cutting-edge features. Our commitment to innovation ensures that Advantage FinAid remains your trusted companion, adapting to the dynamic landscape of federal financial aid.

Peek into the Future of Higher Ed FA:
This session offers an exclusive sneak peek into the innovative advancements that will shape the landscape of your school's financial aid department. Be prepared to embrace a future where barriers are shattered, and aspirations are boundless.

Secure your spot now and embark on a transformative journey with Advantage FinAid!

Speakers

Alejandro Gómez

Advantage FinAid Team Lead, Fame

Christie Michaelides

Advantage FinAid Product Owner, Fame

Beginning my journey on the FA Processing team, I showed an innate understanding of financial aid processes and navigating the complexities of Title IV funding. Throughout the years I have transitioned through several positions within the department, each time bringing a fresh perspective... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Himmarshee

Technology

2:30pm EDT

Understanding R2T4

R2T4s continue to be in the top 5 FSA Audit and Program Review findings. Even if you use a third party servicer software product to process your R2T4 calculations, the institution is ultimately responsible for making sure the data used for the R2T4 calculation is correct. This R2T4 session will provide you with some of the fundamental principles behind the calculation and point out the most common mistakes during an audit or program review.

Speakers

Carolyn Melton

Client Solutions Manager, Fame

Thursday May 2, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom I,II, III

Financial Aid

2:30pm EDT

Are You Ready for Ed's Enforcements Group

What to expect from this new enforcement group, which is not part of program review or the Inspector General's (IG) office. Are you ready to respond timely to their questions?

Speakers

Sally Samuels

Director of Compliance, Fame

Ron Holt

Attorney, ROUSE FRETS WHITE GOSS GENTILE RHODES, P.C

Ron brings 41 years of experience in a broad range of commercial and general litigation matters in various industries regionally and across the country. He has a national practice representing institutions of higher learning in litigation, regulatory matters and business transactions... Read More →

Chris DeLuca

Founder, DeLuca Law LLC

Chris DeLuca is the founder of DeLuca Law LLC, and Of Counsel with Rouse Frets Gentile Rhodes, LLC. Chris has over 25 years of experience providing legal, financial and management services to school administrators and business owners. In addition to being a licensed attorney, Chris... Read More →

Joe Knutte

Advisor, Sikich

Joe Knutte was a Partner at Knutte & Associates for 28 years, with experience in tax, audit, and advisory services. His primary service is audits, with a focus on post-secondary education. In January of 2019, Knutte joined forces with Sikich LLP to offer expanded resources to clients... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom VI, V, IV

Management

2:30pm EDT

Crafting Viral Authenticity on Social Media

Social media advertising is shifting to a more organic and authentic approach. Schools used to be able to outsource content to digital agencies, but is that the best approach when it comes to social posting today? This class will explore the latest trends on TikTok, Instagram and other platforms, and teach you how to go viral, how to collect content for posting, and how to use your whole team to gain followers and create a social community.

Exhibitors & Sponsors

Jenn Lyles

Executive Director, Beauty School Marketing Group

Jenn Lyles is an award-winning marketing and communications professional with an expertise in vocational school marketing and lead generation. She was recently named a 2023 Marquis Who’s Who® and has helped schools across the country dramatically grow their population with her... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Himmarshee

Technology

3:30pm EDT

Coffee Break with Partners

Thursday May 2, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Foyer

Meals/Breaks

4:00pm EDT

What's New? - ATB, Career Pathways, High School Validation

With the release of new statutory definitions and guidelines for Career Pathways, ATB and High School validation, this session will cover the regulatory changes to the eligibility requirements for individuals who do not have a high school diploma or recognized equivalent and the acceptable alternatives.

Speakers

Ibis Vento Chow

Consulting Services Manager, Fame

John Rocha

Financial Aid Consultant, Fame

Thursday May 2, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom I,II, III

Financial Aid

4:00pm EDT

Steps You Want To Know When Purchasing or Selling a Title IV School

Organic Growth vs Acquistion Growth
Timeline and Investment
Regulatory matters in a Change of Ownership
Key Points for Planning a Good Comp Score
Core Formula used to Determine the Value of an Acquistion School as Well as Your School

Speakers

John Rebstock

Campus Business Advisors

Erin Gleeson

Campus Business Advisors

Thursday May 2, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom VI, V, IV

Management

4:00pm EDT

Finding the Money: Analyzing Key POS Metrics and Identifying Additional Revenue

Sharing the key business metrics that will generate additional revenue to help you grow
How technology can easily and consistently reduce unnecessary administration, provide a more consistent guest experience, and eliminate double entry and errors as a result
Fully integrated with your Fame SIS system, we make it easy to upload critical and up-to-date information with no effort!

Speakers

Paul Pagliaro

CEO, GuestVision

As a strategic leader, Paul Pagliaro has held various roles within the parent company of GuestVision School Software, Jonas Software Inc., from Director Mergers and Acquisitions, VP Strategic Initiatives within a portfolio of 7 vertical market software companies as well as CEO of... Read More →

Thursday May 2, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Himmarshee

Technology

5:30pm EDT

Welcome Reception

Thursday May 2, 2024 5:30pm - 7:30pm EDT
Pool Deck

Meals/Breaks

7:30am EDT

Breakfast

Friday May 3, 2024 7:30am - 8:30am EDT
Sky Terrace

Meals/Breaks

7:30am EDT

Registration Desk Open

Speakers

Julia Brown

VP Sales & Market Development, FAME

Friday May 3, 2024 7:30am - 3:00pm EDT
Foyer

General

8:30am EDT

Housekeeping Notes, Grand Prize Giveaway, and Fast & Furious Vendors

Speakers

Julia Brown

VP Sales & Market Development, FAME

Exhibitors & Sponsors

Anthony Civitano

President & Vice Chairman of the Board, Salon Professional Education Company

The Salon Professional Education Company (SPEC) was founded more than 15 years ago, with the goal of creating a new kind of beauty school with graduates who were better prepared for success in the industry.The caliber of the students attracted the attention of L’Oréal Professional... Read More →

Borboleta

Hello! We’re Bor-bo-let-a(uh) or Borby for short. We love all lashes. Naked. A flick of mascara. Or expertly enhanced (by a Borby Artist of course). Lash obsessed for over a decade, we know that to get your dream lashes, you have to treat them right–every day. Meet your new lash... Read More →

CourseKey

Vice President of Channel Sales, CourseKey

With our tailored solutions, CourseKey aims to empower institutions like yours to streamline attendance, skills tracking, and retention processes that elevate student experiences.Here's how CourseKey can support your schools:Attendance Tracking: Monitoring student attendance is crucial... Read More →

GuestVision

We’re a leading developer of cosmetology school management software and enterprise salon software. Our robust software provides all the tools you need to manage your cosmetology school or multi-location salon efficiently. We offer point of sale (POS), time clock, and inventory management... Read More →

Jenn Lyles

Executive Director, Beauty School Marketing Group

Milady

Milady - Cengage

At Milady, we believe in the power of education to shape the future of beauty. We envision a beauty industry where everyone is treated equitably and a career in beauty is respected. We believe in empowering students to make their ambitions a reality.We accomplish this through innovative... Read More →

Sikich

Sikich offers a formula of professional services uniquely crafted to address your business’s challenges and opportunities. Our comprehensive skillsets, obtained over decades of experience as entrepreneurs, business owners and industry innovators, allow us to provide insights and... Read More →

Tammy Taylor

Tammy Taylor Nails

Krysti Ann Hammon has been in the beauty industry as a Nail Technician and Educator for over 25 years. Her vast experience includes educating Future Professionals, Nail Technicians, and Beauty School Instructors throughout the West Coast about Tammy Taylor Nails, Inc.. She is the Owner of Lavish Salon in Ogden, Utah. She finds her passion in helping others succeed in their business and grow their skill set... Read More →

Friday May 3, 2024 8:30am - 9:00am EDT
Las Olas Ballroom

General

9:00am EDT

Coffee Break with Partners

Friday May 3, 2024 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
Foyer

Meals/Breaks

9:00am EDT

Focus on Technology Center

Stop in for a look at Fame's offerings!

Speakers

Steven Pabom

Product Manager, Fame

Joseph Gonzalez

Director of Development, Fame

Friday May 3, 2024 9:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Foyer

Technology

9:00am EDT

Support Room

Visit with Monica, Carolyn, Stephanie, Jessica, and Alex!

Speakers

Monica Heslin

Financial Aid Service Specialist, Fame

Carolyn Melton

Client Solutions Manager, Fame

Friday May 3, 2024 9:00am - 4:00pm EDT
Bonnet

Technology

9:30am EDT

Gainful Employment Jump Point

Ron Holt is going to explain what data must be provided by the institution, the metrics and impact of the institutional grad verses the high school grad, and why failing even one of the two equations the 1st year is so harmful. You don’t want to miss this important discussion.

Speakers

Ron Holt

Attorney, ROUSE FRETS WHITE GOSS GENTILE RHODES, P.C

Friday May 3, 2024 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Las Olas Ballroom I,II, III

Financial Aid

9:30am EDT

Three Easy Changes a School Can Make to Dramatically Increase Leads

With any luck you don’t need more leads, but if you’d like to see what the top schools are doing with their website, Google Ads, social media, and search engine optimization to increase leads, you don’t want to miss this…. especially when schools are spending 11% more and typically getting 9% less leads year over year. Don’t let this happen to you in 2025!

Speakers

Chris Lindford

CEO, Oozle Media

Chris is the CEO of Oozle Media, an online marketing agency who specializes in helping schools own their markets online. Chris is also the co-founder of Beauty as a Business, who partnered with Pivot Point and Milady to provide social media curriculum to many thousands of hair and... Read More →

Friday May 3, 2024 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Las Olas Ballroom VI, V, IV

Management

9:30am EDT

Freedom SIS Best Practices

Are you using your Student Information System to the fullest potential? We will review processes, reports, and new features in Freedom which will make your daily functions smoother.

Speakers

Christal Carson

Software & Financial Aid Trainer, Fame

Friday May 3, 2024 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
Himmarshee

Technology

11:00am EDT

Institutional Eligibility - What's New?

This session will focus on the new school portal, the required 90 day notification of change in ownership, institutional eligibility changes, and how to handle state reduction in hours as well as revised program requirements effective July 1st .

Speakers

Ibis Vento Chow

Consulting Services Manager, Fame

Sally Samuels

Director of Compliance, Fame

Friday May 3, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom I,II, III

Financial Aid

11:00am EDT

Reactive Armor: Washington Update/Neg Reg 2024

Join Tom Netting, the man in the know, to find out the latest in Washington DC. What are the changes of pending bills passing, an update on pending lawsuits, and the current status of 2024 Neg, Regs.

Speakers

Tom Netting

CEO, TEN Government Strategies

Friday May 3, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom VI, V, IV

Management

11:00am EDT

Freedom Financial Aid in Warp Drive

If you want to award your students aid "faster than the speed of light”, then this session will cover the areas of Freedom Finaid that are most imperative in taking eligibility, verification, and packaging to the next level.

Speakers

Christal Carson

Software & Financial Aid Trainer, Fame

Friday May 3, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Himmarshee

Technology

12:00pm EDT

Lunch

Friday May 3, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom

Meals/Breaks

1:00pm EDT

Audit Issues for Today and Tomorrow

Our audit panel of Eileen Keller, Joe Knutte, and Luke Hoey have a lot to discuss this year which include audit guide changes, 90/10 calculations, possible recalculation of institutional financial ratios, and much more.

Speakers

Eileen Keller

Partner, SST Accountants & Consultants

Joe Knutte

Advisor, Sikich

Luke Hoey

Audit Manager, McClintock & Associates

Luke joined McClintock & Associates in 2013 and is a Manager in the firm’s Audit Practice, working extensively with clients in the postsecondary school industry. Prior to joining McClintock & Associates, Luke worked within the Financial Services department at a 4-year for-profit... Read More →

Friday May 3, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom I,II, III

Financial Aid

1:00pm EDT

AACS Industry Update

Join Cecil as he covers the latest in AACS.

Speakers

Cecil Kidd

Executive Director, AACS

Cecil Kidd serves as the Executive Director of the American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS), the premier association representing beauty and wellness institutions across the country. Kidd has significant experience as a leader in the areas of association management, postsecondary... Read More →

Friday May 3, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom VI, V, IV

Management

1:00pm EDT

Fame's Newest Innovations

Join Joseph and Steven as they dive into the latest updates to Fame's suite of product offerings. Get an exclusive overview of the newest add-ons and features designed to enhance administrative productivity.

Speakers

Steven Pabom

Product Manager, Fame

Joseph Gonzalez

Director of Development, Fame

Exhibitors & Sponsors

Cyanna

We are focused on building and improving education and training providers. From institutions of higher education, to career schools and corporations, whether a new vision or already established, Cyanna can help you achieve your goals.

Friday May 3, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Himmarshee

Technology

2:00pm EDT

SAP and FA Maximum Timeframe

Keeping up the pace! Understanding the factors of SAP and MTF.

This session will focus on satisfactory academic progress (SAP) requirements, the appeals process for students not maintaining SAP, and max time frame (MTF) rules and calculations.

Speakers

Carolyn Melton

Client Solutions Manager, Fame

Monica Heslin

Financial Aid Service Specialist, Fame

Friday May 3, 2024 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom I,II, III

Financial Aid

2:00pm EDT

CEO/Owners Forum

This is an open discussion with school owners and leaders.

Speakers

Ricky Alfaro

General Manager, CEO, Fame

Friday May 3, 2024 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Oceanside II

Management

2:00pm EDT

Clery, Title IX

Speakers

Chris DeLuca

Founder, DeLuca Law LLC

Friday May 3, 2024 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom VI, V, IV

Management

2:00pm EDT

Looking to The Future: The Role of EdTech in Higher Education

Engage in a thought-provoking panel discussion with Fame's product experts, as they dissect important trends and topics in Higher Education and EdTech.

Speakers

Steven Pabom

Product Manager, Fame

Joseph Gonzalez

Director of Development, Fame

Friday May 3, 2024 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Himmarshee

Technology

3:00pm EDT

Coffee Break with Partners

Friday May 3, 2024 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Foyer

Meals/Breaks

3:30pm EDT

Financial Aid Trivia

It is time to wrap up your conference with Sally Samuels by playing a fun game of trivia, and earning a prize based on your teams knowledge of RT4’s, verification requirements, awarding, and new terminology.

Speakers

Sally Samuels

Director of Compliance, Fame

Friday May 3, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom I,II, III

Financial Aid

3:30pm EDT

The Future Begins Today: Innovations in educational workflow automation, to get more things done with less effort

Let's get more done with less effort and free up your most valuable resource, your employees to tackle what matters most. In this interactive session, Colton will take you through the student journey, from enrollment to graduation. Exploring process and workflow challenges and how your competitors are solving them with technology that’s available TODAY!

Speakers

Colton Woo

Co-Founder & CEO, KlassApp

Colton Woo is the CEO and Co-Founder of Klass Apps, Inc., where he helps colleges and universities recognize how Enterprise Mobility could improve every aspect of their operations. Since successfully launching KlassApp, an Enterprise Mobile Platform for higher education 3 years ago... Read More →

Friday May 3, 2024 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Himmarshee

Technology

3:30pm EDT

High Tech Student Services - Mini Workshop

As the landscape of beauty and barber education continues to evolve, it is imperative for school owners and administrators to recognize and embrace the critical role of career services in shaping the success of their institutions and students. This conference class is tailored specifically for school owners and administrators seeking to gain a deeper understanding of the importance of career services and how to effectively integrate them into their educational programs.

Speakers

Penny Burns

Beauty Cast Network

Penny Burns, founder of Beauty Cast and a long-time beauty school owner, recognized a need to connect students with potential beauty industry employers better. That was in 2013. Since then, we have seen an explosion of technology and a pandemic that changed everything. Today, there... Read More →

Friday May 3, 2024 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Las Olas Ballroom VI, V, IV

Management