2025
HONORING 15 YEARS
OF EXCELLENCE:
ZEIGLER INSTITUTE FOR
PAST, PRESENT AND
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
FUTURE
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WELCOME
Dear ZIPD Conference Participant,
It is my honor to welcome you to the 2025 Zeigler Institute for Professional Development (ZIPD) Conference as we celebrate 15 years of excellence, growth, and impact. Since the very first conference in 2011, ZIPD has reflected the same spirit that inspired our It Starts With Us campaign—a belief that lasting change begins when dedicated individuals come together to create opportunity. What began as a bold vision from Bloomsburg alumni Terry ’76 and JoAnn Schultz Zeigler ’77, in partnership with business faculty and university leadership, has grown into an incredibly enriching experience that has prepared more than 16,000 students to step confidently into their futures. At the heart of Terry Zeigler’s vision was a simple but powerful idea—helping students discover where their skills and interests intersect so they can identify the right career path before graduation. He often describes this as a sense of connectedness —understanding how the many facets of business and industry work together, and how each student’s unique strengths fit within that larger picture. That philosophy continues to guide ZIPD today, empowering students to align their passions with purpose and turn potential into professional success. Each year, this conference brings accomplished alumni and industry professionals back to campus to mentor, inspire, and empower our students. That shared commitment—to give back, to lift others, to open doors—has transformed ZIPD into far more than a professional development program. It’s a movement that demonstrates what’s possible when Huskies unite around a common purpose. As we honor 15 years of the ZIPD Conference, we also celebrate the countless ways it continues to shape leaders, strengthen our community, and advance the promise of a CU education. Together, we’re preparing the next generation to lead with pride and purpose—because it truly does start with us.
Jeffery L. Osgood, Jr. PhD MPA President (interim) Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania
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On behalf of the Zeigler College of Business at Commonwealth University, it is my privilege to welcome you to this year’s milestone conference. For 15 years, the ZIPD Program has been a cornerstone of our mission to prepare students not only for successful careers, but also for meaningful lives of leadership, service, and impact. ZIPD is more than a program—it is an experience that equips our students with The Zeigler Edge . Through hands-on professional development, direct engagement with industry leaders, and a network of mentors and peers, our students graduate with the confidence, skills, and vision to thrive in an ever- changing business world. This transformative experience would not be possible without the extraordinary generosity, vision, and dedication of Terry and JoAnn Zeigler. Their unwavering support has fueled the growth of ZIPD and elevated the Zeigler College of Business to national distinction. We are deeply grateful for their commitment to our students, our university, and the communities we serve. As you take part in the sessions, panels, and conversations ahead, we invite you to embrace the spirit of discovery and collaboration that defines ZIPD. Together, we celebrate 15 years of impact and look forward to building an even stronger future for our students and partners.
Welcome—and enjoy the conference!
Todd A. Shawver Dean, Zeigler College of Business
Welcome to Commonwealth University’s 2025 Ziegler Institute for Professional Development.
Celebrating the 15th year of this Business Conference is amazing! Over time we’ve seen the ZIPD Conference grow from the early years of 40+ alumni, mostly from the PA area, to today where hundreds of our alumni from all over the world will be in attendance. As Commonwealth University students from Bloomsburg, Mansfield and Lock Haven, you might wonder why all of these professionals representing small, medium size and very large national and international corporations are returning to campus for this Business Conference. I’ve thought about this over the years and have narrowed it down, in my opinion, to a few main reasons. In no particular order, it’s an opportunity to come “home” and share what they’ve experienced over the years since graduation with alumni and friends, our fantastic Faculty and our Administration. It’s also a chance to network with other alums and the Companies where they are working. But, the overall biggest reason our alums are returning is for all of YOU, our current students. Years ago, prior to the ZIPD Conference, it was at times difficult to think beyond college, and what was it like to live, work and excel in areas of this country that we had never personally experienced. Many of our returning alums experienced this and they are here to tell all of you that it’s OK. They are here to help all of you prepare for life beyond this University. They are here to talk about their jobs, past and present and their goals. There are so many pathways in business that you have probably not heard about, but these alums carry this knowledge. Therefore, over the next few days, try to attend as many sessions as possible. Try to attend as many small and large discussions as possible and reach out to as many of these distinguished alums that you can. Network, network, network… They are here to help! These alums also know the value of a Commonwealth University education. Thanks to our very professional and dedicated Zeigler College of Business professors, our Dean and administrators, and the Commonwealth University administration, you have the tools to become successful in whatever field(s) you wish to pursue. But, the most important tool that each of you possess is YOU. Companies today are looking for smart, hungry, competitive, inquisitive, honest, and passionate hard workers. Companies need your help to make them the best and a Commonwealth University education, and most importantly, all of you, provide that advantage. Therefore, during this conference, network with these professionals and let them know that you possess these skills, and many more, and that you are the advantage these companies need. Show them your confidence!!!
Robert Moore
Board Chair, Zeigler College of Business Advisory Board
Thank you and remember, you all have many people out there that are ready to help.
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2025 SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE BLOOMSBURG
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6
8am
Alumni Check In
Sutliff Lobby
8-9:15am
Networking Breakfast (Panelists, Faculty, Staff)
Sutliff, 2nd Floor
8:15-9:15am
Boyer and Ritter Recruitment Breakfast
Sutliff 246
9:00am
Student Check In
Sutliff Lobby
9:30am
Panels - Session 1
Sutliff, Various Rooms
Welcome & Keynote Speaker: Ronn Cort “The Phase-Out of Required Reading: How to Thrive in a World Without a Syllabus”
11:00am
Carver Hall
12:30-1:30pm
Clark Associates Recruitment Lunch
Sutliff 253
12:30-1:45pm
Networking Luncheon and Student Organization Showcase
Kehr, Multi A/B
2:00pm
Panels - Session 2
Sutliff, Various Rooms
2:00pm
ZED Talks
Hideaway
3:00pm
Panels - Session 3
Sutliff, Various Rooms
4-5:00pm
Speed Networking
KUB Ballrooms
5-6:30pm
Networking Reception
Kehr Multi A/B
6:45pm
ZIPD Pinning Ceremony/Alumni Champion Reception
Hideaway, Kehr Union
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7
8am
Alumni Check In
Sutliff Lobby
8am
Networking Breakfast (Panelists, Faculty, Staff)
Sutliff, 2nf Floor
9:00am
Panels - Session 1
Sutliff, Various Rooms
10:00am
Panels - Session 2
Sutliff, Various Rooms
11:00am
Panels - Session 3
Sutliff, Various Rooms
12:30-1:45pm
Closing Luncheon
KUB Ballroom
*Events at Lock Haven and Mansfield are included in the full conference schedule
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2025 CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
THURSDAY, NOV. 6, 2025
9:30 AM Use of Generative AI to Boost Business Productivity Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 107 Moderated by: Michelle Makar, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc., Senior Operations & Executive Assistant Tommy Kleinhans, Founder, Tetra Advisory LLC Katie Suman, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Sherwin-Williams Donna Yanuzzi, EVP, 1st Equipment Finance, Inc.
Career Paths in Accounting Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 113
Moderated by: Joan McDonald, Assistant Professor, Commonwealth University Isabel Casey, Staff Accountant, Maillie, LLP Kyle Gallagher, Senior Manager, PwC Kristin Seeger, Director, Talent Acquisition, Kreisher Miller Kenna Ammar-Khodja, Office Manager, Ameriprise Financial Services LLC – Cioffi Wealth Management Careers and Trends in Financial Services and Wealth Management Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 115 Moderated by: Dr. Chulhee Jun, Associate Professor, Commonwealth University Anthony DiValerio, Managing Director, Morgan Stanley Caleb Jackson, Investment Banking Principal, Edgar Matthews & Co. Robert Polcrack, Audit Senior Manager, BDO USA, P.C. Marc Steckel, Retired former Financial Services Regulator, Federal Housing Finance Agency/Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Leadership and Management: Building Effective Teams Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 123 Moderated by: Darwin Kysor, Director of Employer Engagement, Commonwealth University Linda Brown, Chief Administrative Officer, Service 1st Federal Credit Union Gerald Douglas, Area Sales Manager, PepsiCo Randy Frazer, Adjunct Professor, Commonwealth University Melissa Wolf, Managing Director, Baker Tilly US, LLP Negotiation Techniques for Successful Business Deals Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 102 Moderated by: Dr. Christina Force, Professor, Commonwealth University Matthew Cadau, Account Manager, Airgas USA, LLC Ian Kennedy, Fixed Income Trader, Vanguard Joel Showalter, CFO/VP, JD Fields Chrystal Skotedis, Chief Financial Officer, Lane Enterprises
I Want to Be an Entrepreneur Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 110
Moderated by: Tony Reed, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc., Director of Consulting Initiatives David Coffman, President/CEO, Business Valuations & Strategies, PC Tim Keffer, Associate Vice President, Investments, Raymond James & Associates Terry Zeigler, President/CEO, Datacap Systems, Inc.
Social Media and Influencer Marketing Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 111
Moderated by: William Gower, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc. Scholarship and Stewardship Coordinator Lyndsey Brandau, Senior Nurse Recruiter, Geisinger Chris Hill, National Sales Manager, Dyco Inc. Bryson Purcell, Director of Admissions, Commonwealth University Charlie Wilson, Retired, Former Area Vice President for ASG Technologies
Supply Chain Resilience Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 112
Moderated by: Paul Grimes, District Manager, The Sherwin- Williams Company Alex Annan, Customer Success Manager, SAP Olivia Campbell, Manager of Training and Development, WebstaurantStore Nicholas Hoffman, Global Customer Care Manager, Crayola Ashley Nilsen, Manager, Supply Chain Programs, ShipBob
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THURSDAY, NOV. 6, 2025 CONTINUED
2:00 PM
Trends in Human Resources Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 214
Financial Literacy: Mastering Personal and Corporate Finance Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 107 Moderated by: Dr. Chulhee Jun, Associate Professor, Commonwealth University Steve Brower, Former CFO, Entrepreneur, All Fab LLC Ben Hendershott, Investment Officer, Sageworth Trust Company Robert Polcrack, Audit Senior Manager, BDO USA, P.C. Donna Yanuzzi, EVP, 1st Equipment Finance, Inc.
Moderated by: Darwin Kysor, Director of Employer Engagement, Commonwealth University Lindsey Brandau, Senior Nurse Recruiter, Geisinger Diane Brennan, Executive Coach & Organizational Development Consultant, Brennan Associates, LLC Olivia Campbell, Manager of Training & Development, WebstaurantStore Marty Mehring, Retired
Career Paths in Economics Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 123
Professional Sales Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 110
Moderated by: Dr. Rajendra Dulal, Associate Professor, Commonwealth University Greg Bowden, Senior Financial Advisor & Managing Partner, The Princeton Group Natalie Pacifico, Executive Recruiter/Sales Consultant/ Entrepreneur, Pacifico Holdings LLC
Moderated by: Dr. Monica Favia, Chair, Department of Business, Innovation & Technology, Commonwealth University Matthew Cadau, Account Manager, Airgas USA LLC Keith Folmar, State Farm Agent, Keith Folmar Insurance Agency Inc. Chris Hill, National Sales Manager, Dyco, Inc.
Leading Teams and Effective Delegation Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 102
Data Analytics and Decision Making Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 111
Moderated by: Steph Ulmer, Associate Vice President for Philanthropy and Operations, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc. Robert Lyon, President/CEO, Rockingham Insurance Kevin Moyer, Government Program Director, Performant Healthcare Solutions Ed Piatkowski, VP, Sales, Retired, GE Healthcare Joel Showalter, CFO/VP, JD Fields Entrepreneurship Unplugged: Work. Life and Lessons Learned Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 115 Moderated by: Nori Lewis, Engagement Manager, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc. Don Elsenbaumer, Retired former CPA, Lori Maley, President and CEO, Bank of Bird-in-Hand Terry Zeigler, President/CEO, Datacap Systems, Inc.
Moderated by: Dr. Umesh Ghimire, Assistant Professor of Economics, Commonwealth University Lou Maslowe, DLL Group Richard Wisniewski, Adjunct Professor, Commonwealth University Dr. Michael Tidwell, PhD, Professor, The University of Texas at Tyler
Personal Branding and Career Development Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 120
Moderated by: Dr. Christina Force, Professor, Commonwealth University Alex Annan, Customer Success Manager, SAP Dr. Mary Chayko, Distinguished Teaching Professor, Rutgers University Kristin Seeger, Director, Talent Acquisition, Kreisher Miller
ZED Talks Kehr Union Hideaway, Room 231
Moderated by: Nate Conroy, Director of Alumni and Employer Engagement, Commonwealth University
For a full list of speakers, see next page.
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Like a TED Talk, ZED Talks are short, powerful presentations focused on sharing ideas on a wide range of topics. Each talk will be timed and no more than 18 minutes with an opportunity for question and answer.
Kehr Union Hideaway, Room 231 Thursday, November 6, 2025, 2:00 pm ZED TALKS
Moderated by Nate Conroy, Director of Alumni & Employer Engagement, Commonwealth University
Gilberto “Tito” Machado CEO and President, DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating)
No Permission Needed
From feeling out of place in rooms full of Ivy Leaguers to building a company backed by the biggest names in sports, Tito Machado shares his journey of betting on himself when no one else would. This talk is about belief, execution, and realizing that you don’t need permission to build something extraordinary. Gilberto “Tito” Machado is the 32-year-old CEO and President of DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating).
Carol Fastrich Aranos Director of Marketing, 425 Consulting Group LLC
Bouncing Forward: Building Resilience Before You Need It Leveraging 30+years of experience specializing in strategic marketing, branding and communications, Carol Fastrich Aranos is responsible for developing, deploying and managing all aspects of marketing including strategic direction and
the day-to-day tactics for 425 Consulting. Driven by her Grandmother’s philosophy on success – work hard, tell the truth and never ever quit, Carol will share her talk on resilience.
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THURSDAY, NOV. 6, 2025 CONTINUED
3:00 PM Financial Planning and Personal Wealth Management for Young Professionals Panel Discussion | Sutliff 107 Moderated by: Dr. Lujuan Sun, Assistant Professor of Finance, Commonwealth University Joseph Catanzaro, Financial Advisor, Oak and Stone Capital Advisor Benjamin Hendershott, Investment Officer, Sageworth Trust Company Jim McMenamin, Retired Correctional Educator, Federal Bureau of Prisons Teacher Chris Wainwright, Client Associate, The Princeton Group Melissa Wolf, Managing Director, Baker Tilly US, LLP
Entrepreneurship and Innovation Panel Discussion | Sutliff 115
Moderated by: Tony Reed, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc., Director of Consulting Initiatives Greg Bowden, Senior Financial Advisor & Managing Partner, The Princeton Group Steve Brower, Former CFO, All Fab LLC Keith Folmar, State Farm Agent, Keith Folmar Insurance Agency, Inc. Lori Maley, President and CEO, Bank of Bird-in-Hand
Mastering the Modern Sales Playbook Panel Discussion | Sutliff 102
Moderated by: Dr. Monica Favia, Chair, Department of Business, Innovation & Technology Gerald Douglas, Area Sales Manager, PepsiCo Andrew Flogel, Senior Relationship Advisor, Northern Trust Paul Grimes, District Manager, The Sherwin-Williams Company Walter Kushla, Retired, Former commercial insurance sales, The Hartford
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence Panel Discussion | Sutliff 110
Moderated by: Wren Fritsky, Director of Career and Professional Development, Commonwealth University William Benz, Founder & Chief Strategist, Carnegie Agency Michael Mintzer, Resource Manager, Maillie LLP Katie Suman, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Sherwin-Williams Donna Yanuzzi, EVP, 1st Equipment Finance, Inc.
Automation and Robotics Panel Discussion | Sutliff 112
Moderated by: William Gower, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc. Scholarship and Stewardship Coordinator Ronn Cort, CEO, Dunmore International John Makara, IT Program Manager, Freedom Mortgage Crystal Skotedis, Chief Financial Officer, Lane Enterprises Matt Weigle, Vice President of IT & Automation, SEKISUI KYDEX
Ethics and Transparency Panel Discussion | Sutliff 123
Moderated by: Dr. Mike Shapeero, Professor of Accounting, Commonwealth University Caroline Ferreri, Talent Acquisition Partner, Crayloa LLC Robert Lyon, President/CEO, Rockingham Insurance Marc Steckel, Retired (former financial services regulator), Federal Housing Finance Agency Terry Zeigler, President/CEO, Datacap Systems, Inc.
Sports Management and Fan Engagement Panel Discussion | Sutliff 246
Moderated by: Steph Ulmer, Associate Vice President for Philanthropy and Operations, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc. Paul Clifford, Vice President and Senior Consultant, Chris Marshall Advancement Consulting Kristina Knight, Senior Director of Corporate Management & Marketing, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Railriders
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THURSDAY, NOV. 6, 2025 CONTINUED
The Global Economy Panel Discussion | Sutliff 111
Moderated by: Dr. Victoria Geyfman, Professor of Finance, Commonwealth University David Coffman, President/CEO, Business Valuation & Strategies PC Ian Kennedy, Fixed Income Trader, Vanguard Richard Wisniewski, Adjunct Professor, Commonwealth University Dr. Michael Tidwell, PhD, Professor, The University of Texas at Tyler The Influence of Cultural Differences on International Business Panel Discussion | Sutliff 113 Moderated by: Dr. Lam Nguyen, Professor and Chair of Department of Management Lou Maslowe, DLL Group Natalie Pacifico, Executive Recruiter/Sales Consultant/ Entrepreneur, Pacifico Holdings LLC Charlie Wilson, Former Area Vice President for ASG Technologies Maranda Plunkett, Capability & Culture Analyst, Boeing Defense-Global Supply Chain & Integration ZIPD Pinning Ceremony & Alumni Champion Reception Thursday, November 6, 2025 6:45pm | Hideaway, Kehr Union New for 2025! We’re inviting all of our alumni champions to join us in celebrating the incredible impact you make at Commonwealth University. Thank you for inspiring and preparing the next generation of professionals. During this special event, we will also recognize our dedicated ZIPD students who have completed more than 50% of their points with a ceremonial “pinning.” Come celebrate their achievements and the continued success of the ZIPD program!
Becky Toth Director, ZIPD
Welcome from the ZIPD Director Hello ZIPD participants,
I am thrilled to welcome you to the 15th Anniversary of the ZIPD Conference! It has been both a joy and an honor to help plan this year’s conference, and a privilege to continue the legacy built by the dedicated ZIPD Directors who came before me. This conference plays a vital role in the career development of our students. We are deeply grateful for the time, expertise, and energy you bring to this event. Here, students learn, they connect, and they grow. The opportunities that emerge are truly limitless—and that is thanks to you. I also want to extend heartfelt gratitude to Terry and JoAnn Zeigler. Their vision and unwavering support have shaped the ZIPD program and this conference into what I can only describe as “Excellence.” Our students are inspired to gain the Zeigler Edge, and I see its impact every single day. Employers notice it too—often remarking on the difference they see when ZIPD students interview, network, and step confidently into professional settings.
ZIPD is a true difference-maker for student success, and together, we celebrate its lasting influence today.
Thank you for being here, and welcome to this special anniversary celebration!
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Mike Tidwell, Dean of the College of Business, and I started a dialogue in 2010 about new and evolving ways to teach business. I pushed to shift the curriculum sequence and content to introduce students to the big picture of running a business earlier in their course selection, hoping to show that all elements of a business are interconnected while providing a better understanding of the importance of each course. Talking through employers’ needs, Mike also wanted to add soft skills development so that graduates would be immediately productive. Mike put together a team of five fully engaged professors, built a comprehensive plan to meet the objectives we discussed and presented that plan to me along with a rather large price tag. He said that if I would fund it, he and his team would build and deliver it. I agreed and made the donation in mid-2011 with the proviso that the first business conference would occur in the 2011 fall semester. And so, it began. Fifteen years later and shifting through evolving leadership, the program continues to grow and improve, constantly adapting to the changing landscape of education and business needs. We knew ZIPD would benefit the students and hoped that it would engage faculty and staff but were completely surprised by the impact and participation of BU alumni who continue to enthusiastically support ZIPD, making it the signature program for alumni engagement at BU and confirming that everything about a well-run operation is indeed interconnected. What we have learned over the 15 years from companies hiring students is that these soft skills matter to employers as much as the standard curriculum. Companies have hired students right at the ZIPD Conference, which is certainly a measure of success. Going forward, ZIPD is being deployed across the three Commonwealth campuses and hopefully will gravitate to the community colleges. My wife JoAnn and I tell people that when we attend this conference, not only do we experience an extraordinary energy level, but we also see the participating students as the best that CU has to offer. I believe that ZIPD gives these students a significant advantage over other graduates as they enter the workforce. On a personal note, participating in ZIPD has consistently enriched my life, and I hope that all ZIPD participants enjoy a high level of personal satisfaction and value.
Terry Zeigler ’76, president and CEO of Datacap Systems Inc., and wife, JoAnn Schultz Zeigler ’77.
Terry Zeigler ’76 President & CEO of Datacap Systems Inc.
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FRIDAY, NOV. 7, 2025
9:00 AM AI and the Customer Experience Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 107
Remote Work Technology Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 111
Moderated by: Dr. Regina Bobak, Assistant Professor, Technical Leadership Coordinator, Commonwealth University Jack Bradley, Airgas, Account Manager - East Region, Laura Bruaw, Business Intelligence Analyst, Victaulic Tim Keffer, Associate Vice President, Investments, Raymond James & Associates
Moderated by: Aaron Bekisz, Associate Director of Development Operations & Donor Collin Breidenbach, National Account Manager, Team Lead, AudioCodes Carissa Colligan, Marketing PhD Candidate, Drexel University Barbara Romano, VP, Chief Information Officer, South Jersey Industries Scott Hemmons, Director, Demand Gen & Marketing Ops, Sodexo
E-Commerce and Online Retail Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 112
Moderated by: Denise Stone, Senior Director of Property Management, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc. Vincent Garonski, President, Belgrade Parts & Service Inc. Ashley Nilson, Manager, Supply Chain Programs, ShipBob
Soft Skills and the Human Touch Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 110
Moderated by: Mary Howe, Caritas Campus Collaborator, Commonwealth University Alexis Aucker, Senior Associate Accountant, Boyer & Ritter Linda Brown, Chief Administrative Officer, Service 1 st FCU Jennifer Lauver, Executive Vice President/Chief Audit Executive, Fulton Bank Kenneth West, Sr. Director, Human Resources, Crayola, LLC The Zeigler Institute for Professional Development (ZIPD) is a comprehensive educational experience designed to build the personal and professional capacities, necessary for career success. As Peter Campbell of the Wall Street Journal observes, “With an abundance of workers to choose from, employers are demanding more of job candidates than ever before. They want prospective workers to be able to fill a role right away, without training or ramp-up time.” ZIPD prepares students to successfully compete with the extra skills necessary to “hit the ground running.” That is the “Zeigler Edge.” Zeigler College of Business Zeigler Institute for Professional Development
ZIPD HELPS STUDENTS: - Learn about careers early on to see where their true interests lie - Gain insight into the interconnectedness of the primary areas in business: marketing, management, accounting and finance - Systematically prepare for success in the business world across all four years - Increase knowledge about opportunities and expectations for a better understanding of career exploration and management - Expand their awareness of current conditions and what it means to be a professional in their field of interest or major - Set themselves apart by acquiring the tools to be a successful professional: - Business etiquette - Professional attire - Interviewing - Networking - Resume writing
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FRIDAY, NOV. 7, 2025 CONTINUED
9:00 AM Trends and Strategies in Modern Marketing Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 123 Moderated by: Nori Lewis, Engagement Manager, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc. William Benz, Founder & Chief Strategist, Carnegie Agency Carol Fastrich Aranos, Director of Marketing, 425 Consulting Group
Navigating Life After College Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 217
Moderated by: Tom Ruhl, Relationship Manager, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc Services, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc. Isabel Casey, Staff Accountant, Maillie, LLP Joseph Green, Management & Development Trainee, Hajoca Corporation Jim McMenamin, Retired Correctional Educator, Federal Bureau of Prisons Teacher Jessica Peluzzo, Management Trainee, HAJOCA
Nonprofit Management Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 113
Moderated by: Dr. Christian Grandzol, Professor/Assistant Chair, Commonwealth University Paul Clifford, Vice President and Senior Consultant, Chris Marshall Advancement Consulting Marty Mehring, Retired Aaron Stagliano, Partner, McKonly & Asbury
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FRIDAY, NOV. 7, 2025 CONTINUED
Workplace Wellness: Finding Balance Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 246
Internships from a Student Perspective Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 102
Moderated by: Diane Brennan, Executive Coach & Organizational Development Consultant, Brennan Associates, LLC Don Elsenbaumer, Retired former CPA Nicholas Hoffman, Global Customer Care Manager, Crayola Kim Oaster-Yob, Financial Controller, DaVinci Science Center Chris Wainwright, Client Associate, The Princeton Group 10:00 AM Business Reducing Environmental Impact – Sustainability Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 107 Moderated by: Michael Tidwell, PhD, Professor, The University of Texas at Tyler Carissa Colligan, Marketing PhD Candidate, Drexel University John Makara, IT Program Manager, Freedom Mortgage
Moderated by: Mackenzie Coffman, student Natalie Miller, student Ethan Wagner, student Ty Wilkin, student Ryan Wilson, student
Customer Loyalty and Retention Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 112
Moderated by: Nori Lewis, Engagement Manager, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc. Anthony DiValerio, Managing Director, Morgan Stanley Vincent Garonski, President, Belgrade Parts & Service, Inc. Don Elsenbaumer, Retired former CPA
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 110
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Moderated by: Barbara Romano, VP, Chief Information Officer, South Jersey Industries Laura Bruaw, Business Intelligence Analyst, Victaulic Meena Soleimanzadeh, Senior Vice President, Technical Operations and Engineering, Comcast Katie Suman, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Sherwin-Williams
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Resilience in Business Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 111
Moderated by: Dr. Christian Grandzol Professor/Assistant Chair, Commonwealth University Joseph Catanzaro, Financial Advisor, Oak and Stone Capital Advisor Caroline Ferreri, Talent Acquisition Partner, Crayola, LLC Andrew Flogel, Senior Relationship Advisor, Northern Trust
Careers in Banking Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 113
Moderated by: Dr. Lijuan Sun, Assistant Professor of Finance, Commonwealth University Caleb Jackson, Investment Banking Principal, Edgar Matthew & Co. Nicholas Kunkel, VP Commercial Portfolio Manager, WSFS Bank Aaron Stagliano, Partner, McKonly & Asbury
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FRIDAY, NOV. 7, 2025 CONTINUED
10:00 AM
Interpersonal Skills: Good communication, active listening and conflict resolution Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 123 Moderated by: Aaron Bekisz, Associate Director of Development Operations & Donor Services, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc. Alexis Aucker, Senior Associate Accountant, Boyer & Ritter Randy Frazer, Adjunct Professor, Commonwealth University Joseph Green, Management & Development Trainee, Hajoca Corporation Kenneth West, Sr. Director Human Resources, Crayola, LLC
Women in Business Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 246
Moderated by: Dr. Victoria Geyfman, Professor of Finance, Commonwealth University Jennifer Lauver, Executive Vice President/Chief Audit Executive, Fulton Bank Jessica Peluzzo, Management Trainee, HAJOCA Dr. Elizabeth Robison, Superintendent of Schools, Pocono Mountain School District
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FRIDAY, NOV. 7, 2025 CONTINUED
11:00 AM
The Growing Influence of Millennials in the Workplace Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 113 Moderated by: Denise Stone, Senior Director of Property Management Nicholas Kunkel, VP – Commercial Portfolio Manager, WSFS Bank Michael Mintzer, Resource Manager, Maillie LLP Kim Oaster-Yob, Financial Controller, DaVinci Science Center Robert Polcrack, Audit Senior Manager, BDO USA, P.C. Feeling Different and How to Navigate that at Work Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 246 Moderated by: Jennifer Glosser, Relationship Manager, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc. Andrew Flogel, Senior Relationship Advisor, Northern Trust Keith Folmar, State Farm Agent, Keith Folmar Insurance Agency, Inc. Walter Kushla, Retired, former commercial insurance sales Ashley Nilsen, Manager, Supply Chain Programs, ShipBob Lori Maley, President and CEO, Bank of Bird-in-Hand Supporting Virtual Teams and Managing Flexible Schedules Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 123 Moderated by: Dr. Regina Bobak, Associate Professor, Technical Leadership Coordinator Olivia Campbell, Manager of Training & Development, WebstaurantStore Joseph Jacques, Accountant, Financial Planner, Jacques Financial, LLC Aaron Stagliano, Partner, McKonly & Asbury
Cybersecurity Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 107
Moderated by: Dr. Loren Selznick, Professor, and Director of Diehl Center for Law School Preparation, Commonwealth University John Makara, IT Program Manager, Freedom Mortgage Barbara Romano, VP, Chief Information Officer, South Jersey Industries Matt Weigle, Vice President of IT & Automation, SEKISUI KYDEX
Big Data Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 110
Moderated by: Aaron Bekisz, Associate Director of Development Operations & Donor Services, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc. Laura Bruaw, Business Intelligence Analyst, Victaulic Ronn Cort, CFO, Dunmore International Meena Soleimanzadeh, Senior Vice President, Technical Operations and Engineering, Comcast
Developing Talent Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 111
Moderated by: Greg Bowden, Senior Financial Advisor & Managing Partner, The Princeton Group Diane Brennan, Executive Coach & Organizational Development Consultant, Brennan Associates, LLC Kevin Moyer, Government Program Director, Performant Healthcare Solutions Ed Piatkowski, VP, Sales, Retired, GE Healthcare Joel Showalter, CFO/VP, JD Fields Digital Marketing Strategies in a Saturated Marketplace Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 112 Moderated by: William Gower, Scholarship and Stewardship Coordinator, Bloomsburg University Foundation, Inc. William Benz, Founder and Chief Strategist, Carnegie Agency Jack Bradley’18, Airgas, Account Manager - East Region, Airgas Carissa Colligan, Marketing PhD Candidate, Drexel University Scott Hemmons, Director, Demand Gen & Marketing Ops, Sodexo
Careers in Sports Management Panel Discussion | Sutliff Hall, Room 102
Moderated by: Nate Conroy, Director of Alumni and Employer Engagement, Commonwealth University Paul Clifford, Vice President and Senior Consultant, Chris Marshall Advancement Consulting Gilberto “Tito” Machado, CEO and President, DUPR (Dynamic Universal Pickleball Rating) Marty Mehring, Retired
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LOCK HAVEN SCHEDULE
9:00 AM Sports Management Panel Discussion | Himes, Room 109 FRIDAY NOV. 7, 2025
11:00 AM Accounting Panel Discussion | PUB Room 3
Moderated by: Dr. Kim Batty, Assistant Professor of Sport Management, Commonwealth University Peaches Brown, Assistant Athletic Director, Drexel University Lindsay Reese, Head Coach Lacrosse, CU-Lock Haven John Gulden, Director of Rugby Operations, Pittsburgh Harlequins RFA
Moderated by: Dr. Ken Hall, Associate Dean of the Zeigler College of Business, Commonwealth University Kyle Ransdorf, Tax Manager, Baker Tilly Advisory Group
Marci Orndorf, Controller, WHM Group LLC Chad Roeder, Manager, McKonly & Asbury Amanda Falls, Controller, Hope Enterprises, Inc.
10:00 AM Management Panel Discussion | Akeley, Room 215
12:00 PM Networking Luncheon PUB MPR
Moderated by: Dr. Mohamed Abdallah, Assistant Professor of Management, Commonwealth University Rocco D’Angelo, President, D’Angelo & Associates, Inc. Mark Stern, President, Sage Resources
Featuring Glen Allison, COO, PIE (People’s Internet Experiment)
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MANSFIELD SCHEDULE
FRIDAY NOV. 7, 2025
9:00 AM Career Paths in Business: What Can I Do With a Business Degree? Panel Discussion | Alumni Hall, Room 307 Charles Imbro, Co-Founder/CEO, New Trail Brewery Kevin Butters, Credit Analyst, C&N Bank Scott Kreisler, Retired – Chief Architect/Fellow, Lockheed Martin
10:00 AM Navigating Life After College Panel Discussion | Alumni Hall, Room 307
Halie Geer, Associate Director, Regional Volunteers & Program, University of Rochester Reiley Collins, Project Manager, Long Home Products Amy Brooks, Director of Sales, Susquehanna Trails
11:00 AM Networking Luncheon
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