2026 Conference Agenda
8-9 a.m.
Registration
9-9:35 a.m.
Welcome and Opening Remarks
- In-Person Emcee: Laura Hussey, Morning Anchor, WEAR ABC Channel 3
- Dr. Andrew Del Gaudio, Executive Director, Office of Military Services and Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz Center for Leadership, UWF
- National Anthem performed by Elle Mallory, UWF Student
- Manny Diaz, Jr., President, University of West Florida
- Rebecca Matthews, Chair, UWF Board of Trustees
- Virtual Emcee: Dr. Justine Roper, Founder, InHer Physique Pelvic Therapy and Wellness
9:40-10:10 a.m.
Morning Leadership Keynote
- Allison Hill, CEO, Life View Group
10:15-10:55 a.m.
Mid-Morning Keynote Speakers
- Tori Bennett, Interim Vice President, University Advancement, UWF
11:00-11:20 a.m.
Break and Virtual Backstage Spotlight
11:25 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.
Mentorship That Moves Leaders Forward
Moderator:
- Tori Bennett, Interim Vice President, University Advancement, UWF
Panelists:
- Allison Hill, CEO, Life View Group
- Dr. Patrice Moorer, Assistant Vice President, Academic Affairs, UWF
12:15-1:25 p.m.
Lunch - Sponsored by Navy Federal Credit Union
Virtual Backstage Spotlight
1:30-2:10 p.m.
Service and Impact Keynote
- Captain Chandra Newman, USN, Commanding Officer, NAS Pensacola
2:15-2:55 p.m.
Service-Driven Leadership
Moderator:
- Captain Chandra Newman, USN, Commanding Officer, NAS Pensacola
Panelists:
- Ginny Cranor, Chief, Pensacola Fire Department
- Frances Figueroa-Lowe, National Senior Vice Commander, Military Order of the Purple Heart
- The Honorable M. Casey Rodgers, United States District Judge
3:00-3:20 p.m.
Break and Virtual Backstage Spotlight
3:25-3:55 p.m.
Closing Leadership Keynote
- Stephanie Yelton, Women’s Basketball Coach, UWF
4:00-4:15 p.m.
Closing Remarks
- Dr. Andrew Del Gaudio, Executive Director, Office of Military Services and Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis & Overholtz Center for Leadership, UWF
Virtual Backstage Spotlight
