Presentation Archive

Presenter(s): Eric Blackledge, Nicole Dell, Raymond Kohl, Campus Dining and Shops

This presentation highlights the critical role that campus dining and retail services play in creating a vibrant and engaging campus environment for our professional staff and students. From fostering community connections to enhancing student well-being, Campus Dining and Shops offers more than just convenience — they are central to the overall UB experience. Discover how these services contribute to staff and student satisfaction, campus culture and overall success by providing unique offerings, promoting sustainability and creating memorable social spaces

Presenter(s):  Joe Lewandowski, Melissa Grabowski, Beth Corry

Introducing the Emerging Leaders Mentorship and Training Program now open for applications for Cohort January 2026.

Presenter(s): Susan Bagdasarian, Neil McGillicuddy

Though most University staff are familiar with the Employee Assistance Program, many may have a partial picture of what we do. Hear about our one on one work with employees and also learn how our less familiar yet dynamic program features (Conflict Resolution, Customized Workshops, Manager Consultations, Virtual Support Groups, Critical Incident Debriefing and Return to Work Meetings) can strengthen your departments, work teams and individual members. Learn ALL the ways Employee Assistance can help you and your team achieve higher retention, improved performance, enhanced health and overall better well-being.     

Presenter(s): Jessica Best, Sponsored Project Services; Jamie Bluhm, Workforce Planning and Recruitment

Ah yes, the age-old question … OK, not really, but one we need to have answered either way. Hear about the exciting way UB determines if an individual providing services on your faculty’s grant is an independent contractor or an employee. The session will cover what this determination means in the proposal stage, and, if awarded, what the overall process will be. Presenters will share the plan to make the process as easy as possible and equip you with answers for when your PIs ask questions.

Presenter(s): Devon Jerla, Marketing and Brand Management; Michele Poitras, Peter Logiudice; Wellness and Worklife Balance

Being a campus where people want to work, learn and thrive takes much more than the occasional giveaway, and building enduring institutional pride means more than pomp and circumstance. It starts with aligning purpose with leadership goals, igniting connectivity through careful planning and establishing key partnerships for lasting success. Learn how building pride through employee engagement yields impressive business results and walk away with easy ways to recognize staff within your departments, reward individual contributions and celebrate their success. That way, we can enhance morale, retain employees, create unique experiences and ultimately build a culture teams will thrive in — all while celebrating what it means to be True Blue.