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Conference Task Forces

NASFAA would like to recognize and thank the following task force volunteers for their contributions to making our conference a success. 

Task ForceConference Program Task Force 

The Conference Program Task Force is responsible for ensuring that high-quality educational sessions are offered at the conference. The sessions must cater to the various interests and sectors of the NASFAA membership, taking into account diverse perspectives.

  • 2025-26 Chair: Patti Kohler, FAAC®, Western Governors University
  • Members:
    • Meredith Schor, FAAC®, The George Washington University, School of Medicine & Health Sciences
    • Angel Harmon, FAAC®, Kenyon College
    • James Broscheit, Montana State University
    • Sandra Neel, Kentucky Community & Technical College System
    • Mary Booker, Texas Tech University
    • Ryan West, FAAC®, Chemeketa Community College
  • 2026-27 Chair: Marvin Smith, FAAC®, University of California, Los Angeles
  • NASFAA Board Representative: Jackie Copeland, University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
  • NASFAA Staff Liaisons: Dana Kelly, Margot Manning, Debra LaGrone

Conference First-Time Attendee Task Force

We want our National Conference attendees to have a great time and return year after year. While NASFAA traditionally hosts a welcome reception for first-time attendees, we continue to seek innovative ways to help them connect with colleagues. The Conference First-Time Attendee Task Force will develop and organize conference activities for mentors and first-time attendees.

  • 2026 Chair: Wendi C. Owens, University of Miami
  • Members: 
    • Jessica Flogaites, FAAC®, University of Pittsburgh
    • Kemmoree Duncombe, FAAC®, Kirtland Community College
    • Sondra Fonville, University of Michigan
    • Dawn Boman, Johnson County Community College
    • Cyarnae Fields, Western Governors University
    • Kevin McCrary, FAAC®, Bethune-Cookman University
    • Celena Tulloss, FAAC®, Auburn University
    • Eudelia Gomez, Texas A&M University-San Antonio
    • Ben Montecillo, FAAC®, University of Houston
    • Alisha Aguilar, University of Redlands
    • Susan Stephenson, FAAC®, Eide Bailly
  • NASFAA Staff Liaisons: Charlotte Etier, David Downing, Christine Attardo