The inaugural DCE Spring Conference brought together faculty, alumni, learners, and special guests from around the world, both in person at the Northwest Building on the Harvard University Campus and virtually. The event was hosted by faculty chair John Paul Rollert, JD, Ph.D., and the Harvard Extension Alumni Association (HEAA).
Participants explored how we can better lead ourselves and others in the face of unprecedented challenges through concurrent workshops, panels, and presentations designed for both in-person and online audiences. Featured speakers included faculty members, alumni leaders, and members of the DCE community.
HEAA President Ariel Gamiño, ALM ’03, and Dean Nancy Coleman, Ed.D., also participated in a discussion about leadership in higher education.
In-Person and Hybrid
Cost: $75
In-person attendees will curate their learning across two dozen session options; plus enjoy buffet meals, refreshments, and rich conversation.
In-Person and Hybrid Sessions
All times are Eastern Time
9–9:50 a.m.: Leading Through Challenging Times with John Paul Rollert, JD, Ph.D.
10–10:50 a.m.:
- HES Public Service Leadership Panel with Santiago Creuheras ALM ’00, ALM ’01, Jeff Keuss ALM ’24, Priya Tahiliani ALM ’13, and moderator Connie Askin ALB ’93
- Groups and Culture with Bobbi Wegner, Ph.D.
- The Decision Room: Unscripted Leadership Practice with Merissa Goodstein
- Personal Branding for Leadership Presence and Career Development with Karen Leland
11–11:50 a.m.:
- HES Alumni Entrepreneurial Leadership Panel with Lupita Almuhana, Bridgette Chambers, Sam Siu, and moderator Imran Khan ALM ’23
- Problem-Solving Across Differences with Eugene B. Kogan, Ph.D.
- Too Precious to Lose: A Conversation about Community Leadership & Racial Reconciliation with Jason Green, JD & Alvin Carter
- Beyond Small Talk: The Power of Meaningful Conversation with Onaiza Kazi ALM ’24
1–1:50 p.m.: Leadership in Higher Education with Dean Nancy Coleman, Ed.D. & HEAA President Ariel Gamiño ALM ’03
2–2:50 p.m.:
- Top CEO Moves in the First 12 Months with Athena Manley
- HEAA Panel: How You Can Get Involved
- AI in Practice: Tips for Leading in the Workplace with Per Clingweld
- Leadership Through Language: How to Use Writing to Build Influence and Change Minds with Trent Spiner Graduate Certificate in Strategic Management ’23
3–3:50 p.m.:
- HES Alumni Non-Profit Leadership Panel with Toni Bell, Cristina Morais, Ariadna Trapote ALM ’15, and moderator Siza Mtimbiri ALB ’06 ALM ’07
- HEAA Workshop: AI ‘Learning Together’
- Gen Alpha and the Leadership Decisions That Will Define the Next Decade with Daniel Sarmiento CSS ’04
- Marketing Strategies for Leaders with Ben Fisher
4–5:30 p.m.: Special Guest Conversation with The Empowerment Plan’s Veronika Scott and John Paul Rollert, JD, Ph.D.
Virtual
Cost: $25
Those attending virtually will have access to a curated selection of live-streamed sessions, plus extended hours.
Virtual Sessions
All times are Eastern Time
6–7 a.m.: Beyond Borders: Shaping the Future of a Global HEAA Alumni Network with Maleeha Habib ALM ’21
7–8 a.m.: Leadership in the Art World with Daphne Kobia
8–9 a.m.: Aligning Your Leadership and Impact with Core Values with Steve Gardner ALM ’21
10–10:50 a.m.
- Building with Purpose: A Technical Leader’s Moral Compass from Startups to Fortune 500 Companies with Pablo Maceiras De Araujo ALM ’21
11–11:50 a.m.:
- Negotiation and Organizational Conflict Resolution with Diana Buttu, JSM, LLM
2–2:50 p.m.:
- Ethical Leadership with Paul Green, Jr., Ph.D.
3–3:50 p.m.:
- The Power of Sports Diplomacy with Carlo Capua ALM ’22
