MPSEOC Summer Conference 
speaker & session overview

August 2-3, 2022  |  Billings, Montana

Goals For The Conference

GOALS FOR THE CONFERENCE ARE SIMPLE!
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 |  To celebrated education & all the good work you do!

 |  To give you the opportunity to connect with your colleagues across the Montana and beyond.

 |  To provide information you can use in your daily working life and to offer professional development.


THE CONFERENCE OFFERS SOME EXCITING FEATURES


Nationally Renowned Keynote Speakers
We are bringing to the table so many inspiring and talented presenters from around the nation to share their wisdom with us!  Each year we work hard to bring the latest and greatest topics, presenters, and sessions to you.  We are so grateful to all the presenters who are coming together across the nation to make this event a success!
  
New Professional Institute
If you are just beginning your professional career, we invite you to attend this workshop. We will have seasoned professionals and admissions  veterans provide information about:  the MPSEOC organization, admissions, recruitment, travel tips, enrollment services in Montana, and overall trends in higher education.  This conference will offer many great opportunities to meet new and seasoned professionals across the state!  
  
MPSEOC’s Future Goals
As the future of Montana Higher Education changes and after the unique year of COVID-19, it is MPSEOC’s goal to try and adjust to these new trends to better help its member institutions and Montana students. This conference will offer an opportunity to share feedback and vision for MPSEOC’s future goals.  
  
General Sessions & Workshops
We have designated certain topics to be appropriate for all professional levels. These sessions will give you an opportunity to learn more about subjects that impact everyone’s professional life.  It is at this annual event that you will hear the latest news and trends from some phenomenal professionals in their field.  You do not want to miss this year’s Conference! 
 
Social & Networking Opportunities 
What a unique last few years it has been, and we really tried hard to create an event that was based on your feedback!  Our members shared that it was a priority this year to really have a chance to reconnect after a year of being distanced.  We are working hard to bring some fun social and networking opportunities to this  conference like never before!  You do not want to miss this chance to reconnect with your friends and colleagues.  

Social Evening & Dinner
We are excited to offer a special night out on the town in downtown Billings!  This will include plenty of time to relax, have a nice dinner, socialize, and share some laughs together!  We look forward to sharing this special time together!
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 
  • July 15, 2022
HOTEL RESERVATION DEADLINE: 
  • July 15, 2022

| FEATURED SPEAKERS, PRESENTERS, & REPRESENTATIVES

THIS CONFERENCE OFFERS GREAT OPPORTUNITIES FOR COLLABORATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT!
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| keynote presentations

James Robilotta


|  EXPERIENCE 

James Robilotta is an improv comedian, professional speaker, author, and host of the podcast Diner Talks with James. He speaks to willing and unwilling audiences internationally about authentic leadership and promoting memorability. As a speaker, he is doing the two things he loves the most: causing audiences to think critically about their leadership journeys and making people laugh! His thought-provoking talks are infused with self-awareness and comedy stemming from his background as a trained stand-up and improv comedian.

​James loves to help people get out of their own ways to live the lives they deserve and be the leaders they are capable of becoming.
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James T. Robilotta Website:  jamestrobo.com


|  EXAMPLE PRESENTATIONS
Leading Imperfectly: The Value of Being Authentic For Student Leaders and Human Beings
IMPROV Your Teamwork and Communication​


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Meshayla Cox


|  EXPERIENCE 

Meshayla is a black/bi-sexual/cis-gendered woman, originally from Southern California. She moved to Missoula to attend the University of Montana where she graduated with her degree in African American Studies. For nearly a decade Meshayla has been a fierce advocate for racial equity in Montana and is committed to supporting company cultures that nurture and value the inherent dignity of every person. Meshayla has educated over 1,700 people in the public and private sectors - from philanthropy & technology to conservation. Meshayla has given workshops and trainings across the nation—including as a TEDx speaker. She is a Certified Diversity and Inclusion Professional through Cornell University, and she serves on the board of Earthtone OutsideMT and ForwardMT.

Meshayla is the definition of “it takes a village” and was raised by 5 different guardians throughout her life. Meshayla attributes all of her tenacity, passion, and love of people to the amazing women she has had in her life but gives special mention to her nana Judy who immigrated to the US from Bermuda and dedicated herself to building a better life for her family. Meshayla works to honor her in all that she does. When she is not working she is spending time with her wild bug-eyed pug, Prince Odie, and enjoying the sunshine with her fiancé and friends. Meshayla is a buffalo wings connoisseur and is always on the hunt to find the best hot wings in Montana! ​
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Meshayla Cox Website:  About | Level Equity Consultants
LinkedIn:  Meshayla Cox (she,ella) CCDP | LinkedIn
​Race equity and justice: Montana conference set for October (kbzk.com)

|  EXAMPLE PRESENTATIONS
Race, Equality, & Inclusion
Montana Racial Equity Project
My Educational Story & The Importance of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion in Education
Building Connection, Inclusion, & Growth Within Your Team​


And many more speakers & Topics
​More details coming soon!

  • AN EDUCATION CELEBRATION!
  • MASTERING THE VIRTUAL WORLD FOR FUTURE EVENTS
  • UNDERSTANDING & CONNECTING WITH TODAY'S STUDENTS
  • ADMISSIONS BEST PRACTICES & ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT
  • RECRUITMENT, MARKETING, & SOCIAL MEDIA TIPS
  • BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS ACROSS MONTANA
  • NEW PROFESSIONAL’S INSTITUTE
  • FINANCIAL AID UPDATES
  • MONTANA STUDENT DATA, SEARCH TOOLS, & FUTURE OUTLOOK
  • MENTAL HEALTH - WORK / LIFE BALANCE AFTER COVID
  • ​MONTANA TRIBAL COLLEGE TEAM 
  • DIVERSITY & INCLUSION BEST PRACTICES
  • TRAVEL TIPS, HIGH SCHOOL VISITS, ORIENTATIONS & CAMPUS VISIT PROGRAMS
  • TEAM WORKING SKILLS & NETWORKING
  • ​& MORE!​
*TOPICS SUBJECT TO VARY IN FINAL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS.


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