Main Conference Day Two, Thursday, September 19, 2024


8:00 am - 8:50 am Registration & Breakfast


8:50 am - 9:00 am Chairperson's Conference Recap


9:00 am - 9:30 am Saying โ€œYesโ€ to Shared Services โ€“ A Stakeholder Perspective

Stig Lanesskog - Chief Executive Officer, The Claremont Colleges Inc

This session offers a deep dive into stakeholders' perspective on adopting shared services and dissects the metrics that swayed their decision. From budget challenges, staffing shortages, work creep, and changes in technology, stakeholders weigh diverse factors before saying "yes." Confidence in the shared services model stems from demonstrated success, transparent communication, and robust governance. We will hear from our top-of-the-line speaker: 

  • What metrics convinced a hesitant stakeholder on shared services. 
  • The robust governance that assuaged fears and promoted intrigue into the services offered. 
  • How to foster consensus and ensure buy-in. 
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Stig Lanesskog

Chief Executive Officer
The Claremont Colleges Inc

To truly create business excellence, one has to start with their culture. Developing this culture can be difficult, especially when employees are remote, hybrid, or do not see their work as highly motivating. This panel delves into strategies for cultivating that culture of engagement and excellence. Leader will tell us how they: 

  • Foster employee motivation, even in remote environments. 
  • Build a culture of continuous improvement. 
  • Find tools and technology that best supports your โ€œMission Drivenโ€ team goals. 


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Jae-Anne Peace

ConnectionPoint Director
University of Saskatchewan

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Michele Correia

Communications, Marketing & Training Manager, Business Affairs Shared Services/F
University of Arizona

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Katy Rau

Director, Staff Shared Services
UCSF HR

10:00 am - 10:30 am Professional Development Initiatives to Increase Retention Rates

Alyson Baxter - Assistant Vice President F&O Shared Administrative Services, University of Alabama

According to SSON Research, attrition in Higher Education sits at a staggering 15-20%. To understand why Higher Ed has a terrible case of revolving door of talent, leaders must understand techniques that make their workforce feel like theyโ€™re growing professionally rather than stagnating in data-heavy work. This session offers insights in to how to: 

 

  • Align your teams to get emphasize a mission-driven focus. 
  • Promote non-academic staff to help their professional growth. 
  • Cultivate a culture of personal improvement that makes your employees excited to work in your center. 


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Alyson Baxter

Assistant Vice President F&O Shared Administrative Services
University of Alabama

10:30 am - 11:10 am Afternoon Networking Break


11:10 am - 11:40 am Journey to the Future โ€“ RPA & AI Initiatives to Unlock the Future of Work

Pam Gabel - Executive Director, Shared Services Center, University of Michigan

Artificial Intelligence has surged in popularity, with a global investment of $77 billion to date. For higher education leaders in shared services, understanding how AI fits into their operations and leveraging it for organizational value is paramount. Join shared services expert Pam Gabel as she shares The University of Michigan's journey in adopting these technologies to revolutionize their automation processes. Key takeaways include: 

 

  • The evolution from RPA to AI integration within Michigan's technology framework. 
  • Demonstrating the ROI of AI and RPA initiatives for educational institutions. 
  • Practical applications and use cases for bots and AI integration to maximize organizational value. 


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Pam Gabel

Executive Director, Shared Services Center
University of Michigan

11:40 am - 12:10 pm User-Centric Design: Keeping Your Customer Front-of-Mind Throughout Technology Changes

Kellye Terrell - Executive Director, Human Resources, Georgia Tech
Betsy Curry - Manager, ScottMadden

Navigate the evolving landscape of technology changes with a steadfast commitment to user-centric design. In this insightful session, we explore strategies for prioritizing the customer experience amidst technological advancements. Learn how to align technology initiatives with user needs, preferences, and behaviors to drive satisfaction and loyalty. Discover practical methods for conducting user research, prototyping, and iterative testing to ensure continuous improvement. From agile development to empathetic design thinking, uncover the key principles and practices for keeping your customer front-of-mind throughout the technology lifecycle. Join us to empower your organization with a customer-centric approach that fosters innovation and drives success.  



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Kellye Terrell

Executive Director, Human Resources
Georgia Tech

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Betsy Curry

Manager
ScottMadden

12:10 pm - 1:10 pm Lunch!


1:15 pm - 2:00 pm KEYNOTE INNOVATOR โ€“ (SSOW)

Join us on at the Big Idea Stage of SSOW to hear from a Keynote Innovator! More details coming soon!

2:15 pm - 2:45 pm Higher Ed Shared Services & Outsourcing: What Accreditors Want You to Know!

Joseph Hoey - Former Assistant Chief of Staff, Vice President for Assessment and Accreditation, National University

Participants in this interactive session will gain a general overview of navigating accreditation requirements related to shared services and outsourcing, including substantive change proposals, contract requirements, implementation, and subsequent accreditor review.

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Joseph Hoey

Former Assistant Chief of Staff, Vice President for Assessment and Accreditation
National University

2:45 pm - 3:15 pm Successful Stakeholder Engagement: Articulating Institutional Value vs Employee Value vs Department Value

Heidi Tilghman - CAS Shared Services Director, University of Washington

The intricate dynamics of successful stakeholder engagement can be a delicate balance. Understanding these nuances can be the difference between buy-in and transformation resistance. Our speaker will explore strategies for effectively articulating and aligning these values, ensuring organizational coherence and stakeholder satisfaction. Together, we will learn how to: 

  • Pinpoint the specific needs of your stakeholders based on their definition of value. 
  • Cultivate a shared vision to keep your teams on mission. 
  • Tailor communication strategies to continuously promote your success year on year. 
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Heidi Tilghman

CAS Shared Services Director
University of Washington

3:15 pm - 3:15 pm End of Conference


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