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One Team. One Mission. Ready to Launch. 
Welcome to the 2026 MaKami Impact Professional Development Conference.
Venue: Main Ballroom clear filter
Wednesday, August 19
 

8:00am MDT

Arrival, Check-in & Warm-Up Networking
Wednesday August 19, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am MDT
- Registration and QR check-in 
- Breakfast and coffee 
- Networking 
Wednesday August 19, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am MDT
Main Ballroom

9:00am MDT

Mission Briefing & Welcome
Wednesday August 19, 2026 9:00am - 9:30am MDT
- Welcome and theme overview 
- Leadership message on IMPACT  
- Organizational Goals
Speakers
Wednesday August 19, 2026 9:00am - 9:30am MDT
Main Ballroom

9:30am MDT

Keynote Evan Weselake
Wednesday August 19, 2026 9:30am - 11:00am MDT
The Vision to Stay the Course — How We See Change, Overcome Fear, and Build Success Together.

In this session Evan will share stories from work and life highlighting key ideas on how we all face change; and what we can do to help ourselves as well as each other. From how we see the change, to what we celebrate, what distracts us, who and how we trust, and ultimately staying focused so that we can strive towards the next great vision!
Speakers
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Evan Weselake


A keen observer, Evan builds rapport quickly and creates a safe environment to explore how complexity and new perspectives can further enable intentional leadership results.
Having worked with Leaders and Teams from across the country, Evan is trusted to support his clients as the... Read More →
Wednesday August 19, 2026 9:30am - 11:00am MDT
Main Ballroom

11:00am MDT

Morning Break
Wednesday August 19, 2026 11:00am - 11:15am MDT

Wednesday August 19, 2026 11:00am - 11:15am MDT
Main Ballroom
  Break
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11:15am MDT

Leadership Panel: Stories That Shape Us – Finding Our Why Through Student Success
Wednesday August 19, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm MDT
Leadership Panel: Stories That Shape Us – Finding Our Why Through Student Success

Join members of MaKami College's Executive Team for an engaging, moderated leadership panel exploring the stories, experiences, and moments that remind us why our work matters. Through authentic conversation and audience participation, we'll reflect on the challenges our students overcome and the role we play in helping them succeed.

Together, we'll explore how setbacks can become powerful opportunities for growth—not only for our students, but for ourselves as educators and leaders. Panelists will share meaningful stories from their own journeys, discuss how MaKami's culture of compassion and support shapes the student experience, and examine what keeps them inspired to continue serving our communities.

Audience members will be invited to contribute by respond to real-life scenarios, and reflect on the moments that have strengthened their sense of purpose, or ask their own questions. Whether it's a student's breakthrough, an unexpected challenge, or a lesson learned through failure, this session celebrates the impact we make when we choose to lean in, support one another, and stay committed to our shared mission.

Key Takeaways:
  • Reframe student challenges as opportunities for growth and learning.
  • Discover how storytelling strengthens our connection to purpose and one another.
  • Reflect on the moments that shape MaKami's culture and inspire us to make a lasting impact.
  • Leave with renewed motivation to support students—and each other—with empathy, resilience, and purpose.

Speakers
avatar for Caterina Lazor

Caterina Lazor

Director, Academics
Caterina Lazor, B.Ed., M.Ed. is the Director of Academics at MaKami College, where she leads curriculum innovation, academic quality, faculty support, and strategic initiatives that enhance student success. Beginning her career as a K–12 educator, and now moving to higher education... Read More →
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Olakunle Akinyode

Director, SALT

Wednesday August 19, 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm MDT
Main Ballroom

12:00pm MDT

Lunch
Wednesday August 19, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT

Wednesday August 19, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
Main Ballroom
  Break
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1:00pm MDT

Re-Energizer & Welcome Back
Wednesday August 19, 2026 1:00pm - 1:20pm MDT

Wednesday August 19, 2026 1:00pm - 1:20pm MDT
Main Ballroom

2:30pm MDT

Afternoon Break
Wednesday August 19, 2026 2:30pm - 3:00pm MDT

Wednesday August 19, 2026 2:30pm - 3:00pm MDT
Main Ballroom

4:00pm MDT

Mixer: Network & Celebrate
Wednesday August 19, 2026 4:00pm - 4:30pm MDT

- Casual networking 
- Prize draws and social wrap-up 
- Feature mocktail 
Wednesday August 19, 2026 4:00pm - 4:30pm MDT
Main Ballroom

4:30pm MDT

Crew Huddle & Close
Wednesday August 19, 2026 4:30pm - 5:00pm MDT
- Reflection: Start / Stop / Continue 
- Commitment to action 
- Closing remarks
Wednesday August 19, 2026 4:30pm - 5:00pm MDT
Main Ballroom
 
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