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Sunday, February 16
 

7:30am EST

Breakfast
Sunday February 16, 2025 7:30am - 8:30am EST
*Executive Board, Conference Committee, Pre-Con Instructors & Attendees for Sunday
Sunday February 16, 2025 7:30am - 8:30am EST
Teal Ballroom

12:00pm EST

Luncheon
Sunday February 16, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST
By Invite Only.
Sunday February 16, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EST
Teal Ballroom
 
Monday, February 17
 

10:15am EST

We’ve Got a Problem: Decoding Conflicting Information Like It’s 1989
Monday February 17, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EST
Are you feeling caught in a Blank Space of conflicting information? Does deciphering student records make you feel like you’re stuck in a Lavender Haze? Shake it off and join us for a Fearless journey through the world of conflicting information in financial aid. From resolving dependency status Red flags to untangling those Delicate tax returns, we’ll cover practical tips and strategies to bring clarity to the chaos. Don’t miss this chance to turn your Wildest Dreams of smooth resolutions into reality. By the end, you’ll be saying, “You Belong with Me... in this session!”
Speakers
avatar for Dana Kelly

Dana Kelly

Vice President of Professional Development and Institutional Compliance, NASFAA
Dana Kelly is NASFAA’s very own Fearless leader in professional development and institutional compliance. As Vice President, she masterminds teams dedicated to training, regulatory assistance, certification, and corporate partnerships, ensuring the financial aid world runs smoother... Read More →
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Rodney Walton

Relationship Manager, PNC Bank, N.A.
Rodney Walton has over 25 years of experience in the financial aid industry. As Assistant Director of Financial Aid, Rodney spends seven years at St John University assisting students in New York before joining PNC Bank as Campus Relations Manager. Rodney has spend the most recent... Read More →
Monday February 17, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EST
Teal Ballroom

3:00pm EST

Trends in Enrollment that Financial Aid Professionals Should Know
Monday February 17, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
This session will focus on the latest trends that challenge those who manage enrollments (i.e. "Enrollment Management" and the strengths that financial aid professionals bring to table. Participants will leave with a better understanding of all that encompasses enrollment management and how, as financial aid professionals, they can be strategic partners who provide creative and data-informed solutions.
Speakers
avatar for Forrest M. Stuart, PhD

Forrest M. Stuart, PhD

Vice President for Enrollment Management, Lafayette College
Dr. Forrest Stuart is the vice president for enrollment management at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania. Prior to assuming this role at Lafayette, Dr. Stuart served as Lafayette’s assistant vice president for financial aid. Prior to joining Lafayette in January 2019, Dr... Read More →
Moderators
DC

David Cooper

Senior Vice President, CMD Outsourcing Solutions
Monday February 17, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Teal Ballroom

4:15pm EST

State Meetings - Georgia
Monday February 17, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EST
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Monday February 17, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm EST
Teal Ballroom
 
Tuesday, February 18
 

10:15am EST

Enrollment Management and the role of FA
Tuesday February 18, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EST
Enrollment Management is important on every campus.  This session will cover conversations financial aid administrators need to be involved in and ways aid impacts EM.  There will be take away strategies you can use on your campus.
Speakers
avatar for Betsy Johnson

Betsy Johnson

Director Student Financial Aid and Scholarships, Bowling Green State University
Betsy Johnson has been the Director of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships at Bowling Green State University in Ohio almost 9 years.  Prior to that Betsy was at Owens Community College in Toledo for over 15 years serving as Director of Financial Aid for several years before becoming... Read More →
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Sonja Walker

Associate, Strategic Financial Aid Management
Sonja Walker is an associate with Strategic Financial Aid Management, a consulting firm located in Conyers, GA, that offers on-site and remote financial aid services. Sonja is an experienced student financial aid professional with over 20 years of student financial aid services in... Read More →
Tuesday February 18, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am EST
Teal Ballroom

3:00pm EST

Fraud issues in FA
Tuesday February 18, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
The U.S. Department of Education, Office of Inspector General (ED OIG) will provide a fraud awareness presentation that gives an overview of ED OIG, discusses fraud risk indicators, how to identify fraud during the financial aid application process, tips for how schools can mitigate their risk for fraud, provide real case examples, and how to report fraud.

Presentation
Speakers
avatar for Isabel Douroupis

Isabel Douroupis

Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC), Office of Inspector General
Isabel Douroupis is an Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC) for the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Inspector General (ED OIG), Washington DC Field office and Atlanta office. ASAC Douroupis supervises investigations involving allegations of fraud, waste, and abuse of ED... Read More →
avatar for Lawrence Genous

Lawrence Genous

Special Agent, Office of Inspector General
Lawrence Genous is a Special Agent for the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Inspector General (ED OIG), within the Atlanta, GA Field office. SA Genous conducts investigations involving allegations of fraud, waste, and abuse of ED funding mostly in Florida, South Carolina, Georgia... Read More →
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avatar for Paul Gilroy

Paul Gilroy

President, ProEducation Solutions, LLC
Tuesday February 18, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EST
Teal Ballroom

4:15pm EST

Professional Development FA Training for staff in other departments
Tuesday February 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm EST
Ready to become the go-to expert who bridges the gap between financial aid and the rest of campus? This fun, energetic session will give financial aid professionals the tools and confidence to deliver dynamic training sessions for colleagues in admissions, academic advising, student services, and beyond.
You’ll learn:
  • How to break down financial aid jargon and keep your audience engaged
  • Creative training strategies that stick — think interactive activities and relatable examples
  • Tips to tailor your message for different departments' unique roles and challenges
  • Proven techniques for building ongoing partnerships across campus
Join us to sharpen your skills, build campus connections, and create a culture where everyone understands the magic (and complexities!) of financial aid. Get ready to lead with confidence and inspire your colleagues to better support students!”
Speakers
avatar for Lee Bray

Lee Bray

NCASFAA President, Senior Director of Financial Aid, Veterans Affairs and Student Resource Centers, Pitt Community College
Lee Bray currently serves as the Senior Director of Financial Aid, Veterans Affairs and Student Resource Centers at Pitt CC. Lee completed her Bachelors Degree at Millersville University in Business Management where she started her financial aid career as a Federal Work Study student... Read More →
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Tuesday February 18, 2025 4:15pm - 5:15pm EST
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