Inside Hemet: A District-Wide Commitment to Organizational Excellence
Join us at Destination High Performance Hemet, where education leaders will explore what it truly means to align strategy and execution—from the boardroom to the classroom. This event will spotlight how Hemet Unified School District is hardwiring excellence by connecting leadership routines to student success.
Over the course of a day and a half, participants will engage in immersive sessions that showcase real examples of operational routines, leader huddles, data-driven decision-making, and PDSA cycles that are helping reduce incidents and strengthen outcomes across the district. Expect engaging panels, live demonstrations, and conversations that bring Hemet’s story to life—with visible alignment from the district office to the classroom.
Walk away with practical ideas, inspiration, and a clear vision of what right looks like—gained from a district that’s making organizational excellence a reality. Bring your team and discover how to translate these insights into action for your own system.
Register for Destination High Performance
If payment is required for your DHP Hemet ticket, you will receive an invoice via email from QuickBooks on behalf of Studer Education LLC within 7–10 business days.
Join us at Destination High Performance Hemet, where education leaders will explore what it truly means to align strategy and execution—from the boardroom to the classroom. This event will spotlight how Hemet Unified School District is hardwiring excellence by connecting leadership routines to student success.
Over the course of a day and a half, participants will engage in immersive sessions that showcase real examples of operational routines, leader huddles, data-driven decision-making, and PDSA cycles that are helping reduce incidents and strengthen outcomes across the district. Expect engaging panels, live demonstrations, and conversations that bring Hemet’s story to life—with visible alignment from the district office to the classroom.
Walk away with practical ideas, inspiration, and a clear vision of what right looks like—gained from a district that’s making organizational excellence a reality. Bring your team and discover how to translate these insights into action for your own system.
Why Attend?
- Transforming Higher Education – Learn how institutions are breaking down silos, designing new college models, and driving continuous improvement to meet today’s challenges.
- Next-Level Leadership – Gain insights on executive leadership, data-driven decision-making, and maturing leadership teams to accelerate institutional success.
- Workforce & System Innovation – Explore collaborative strategies for strengthening workforce education and building high-performing higher education systems.
- Interactive Learning – Engage in masterclasses, panel discussions, and table conversations designed to help you apply key takeaways to your institution.
- Networking & Collaboration – Connect with higher education leaders nationwide to share strategies, challenges, and successes in a dynamic, beachfront setting.
Register for Destination High Performance
If payment is required for your DHP Hemet ticket, you will receive an invoice via email from QuickBooks on behalf of Studer Education LLC within 7–10 business days.
Agenda at a Glance
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UNTIL DHP HIGHER EDUCATION 2025!
This high-level overview highlights key sessions. There will also be networking breaks and ‘Connecting the Dots’ sessions to keep you engaged throughout the day.
Early registration and badge pick-up on June 2 from 6-7PM.
6:30AM • Networking
Networking Breakfast, Registration, and Badge Pick-up
8AM • Welcome & Opening Keynote
Taking Leadership to the Next Level
Dr. Janet Pilcher, Founder & President • Studer Education
8:20AM • Conversation with an Executive
Taking Our Institution to the Next Level
Dr. Kristine Strickland, Chancellor • Fletcher Technical Community College
Dr. Janet Pilcher, Founder & President • Studer Education
9AM • Next Level Talk
Going to the Next Level with a Strategic Plan, College Blueprint, and Case for Support
Dr. Vincent June, Chancellor • South Louisiana Community College
9:40AM • Next Level Talk
Designing a New College Model
Dr. Natalie Harder, President • Coker University
10:05AM • Panel
Maturing an Executive Team to go to the Next Level to Not Only Survive but Thrive
Dr. Natalie Harder, President • Coker University
Dan Buryj, VP of Administration and Finance • Coker University
Katherine Davis, VP of Strategic Communications • Coker University
Dr. Katie Flaherty, VP for Institutional Effectiveness • Coker University
Dr. Lynn Griffin, VP for Athletics and Athletics Facilities • Coker University
Dr. Susan Henderson, Provost • Coker University
10:45AM • Keynote
Designing Next Level Higher Education Systems
Dr. Brendan Kelly, President • Arkansas State University System
11:30AM • Panel
Collaborative Approaches Among Colleges Within a System
Dr. Chandler LeBeouf, VP of Education • Louisiana Community and Technical College System
Dr. Rick Bateman, Chancellor • Bossier Parish Community College
Dr. Tina Tinney, Chancellor • Nunez Community College
Dr. Neil Aspinwall, Chancellor • SOWELA Technical Community College
12:20PM • Networking
Networking Lunch
1:15PM • Next Level Talk
Next Level Leadership to Meet the Needs of the Future Workforce
Dr. Willie Smith, Chancellor • Baton Rouge Community College
1:45PM • Panel
Taking our Institutions to the Next Level to Prepare the New Workforce
Dr. Howard Spearman, President • Rock Valley College
Dr. Charles Miller, Provost/Vice Chancellor of Academic and Student Affairs • South Louisiana Community College
Dr. Sarah Barlow, Provost/Vice Chancellor for Workforce and Student Development • Baton Rouge Community College
Marty Lessman, Chief Experience Officer • Workforce Connect
2:30PM • Mini Masterclass
Identifying the Gaps that Keep Us from Going to the Next Level
Dr. Julie Kunselman, Leader Coach • Studer Education
Dr. KK Owen, Leader Coach • Studer Education
Dr. Reggie Todd, Leader Coach • Studer Education
3:20PM • Conversations with an Executive
Taking Leadership to the Next Level
Dr. Tina Tinney, Chancellor • Nunez Community College
Dr. Janet Pilcher, Founder & President • Studer Education
3:45PM • Closing the Day
Afternoon Takeaways
5PM • Networking
Networking Reception
Cocktails, Heavy Hors D’oeuvres, Music, and Fun
This high-level overview highlights key sessions. There will also be networking breaks and ‘Connecting the Dots’ sessions to keep you engaged throughout the day.
6:45AM • Networking
Networking Breakfast
8AM • Day 2
Welcome Back
Dr. Janet Pilcher, Founder & President • Studer Education
8:20AM • Keynote
Connecting K12 to Higher Education: Taking School Districts to the Next Level
Dr. Bradley Roberson, Superintendent • Oxford School District, MS
8:50AM • Panel
Next Level Education Systems
Dr. Chandler LeBeouf, VP of Education • Louisiana Community and Technical College System
Dr. Lance Evans, Superintendent • Mississippi Department of Education
Dr. Beverly Walker-Griffea, Executive Director • State of Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP)
Dr. Bradley Roberson, Superintendent • Oxford School District
Dr. David C. Weindorf, VP for Research and Economic Development • Georgia Southern University
10:05AM • Mini Masterclass
Mapping Process Improvements to go to the Next Level
Process Mapping: Fixing Broken Processes
Dr. Julie Kunselman, Leader Coach • Studer Education
Dr. KK Owen, Leader Coach • Studer Education
Dr. Reggie Todd, Leader Coach • Studer Education
10:50AM • Discussion
How will you leave here and apply what you learned to take your institution and your leadership to the next level?
11:05AM • President’s Reflections on Going to the Next Level
Pushing the Envelope to go There
11:20AM • Day 2
Closing Remarks
Dr. Janet Pilcher, Founder & President • Studer Education
11:30AM • Networking
Networking Lunch
Conference Rates
Early Bird rates available through August 29, 2025.
| Early Bird | Standard Invoice | |
|---|---|---|
| Partner Presenter | waived | waived |
| Individual Registrant | $275 | $325 |
Cancellation & Refund Policy
All event registrations are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to a future event. Please contact events@studereducation.com.
Hotel and Conference Venue
Additional accommodations are available at the Hampton Inn, conveniently located next to the Hilton.
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DHP Higher Education will take place at the Hilton Pensacola Beach hotel: 12 Via De Luna Dr, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561.
Enjoy exclusive discounted rates at the Pensacola Beach Hilton, our conference venue. Book your room by May 15, 2025, using discount code “901” or by clicking the button below to secure the special rate.
Discounted rates are subject to availability and space is limited. We recommend you reserve your hotel room early to guarantee the lowest rate.
Conference Rates
Conference rates vary, with discounts for teams and partners. Early Bird rates available through April 18, 2025.
| Early Bird | Standard Invoice | Standard Credit Card | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Partner Presenter and team members from presenting organizations |
waived | waived | waived |
| Team of 3 or more from the same organization Use promo code ‘TEAM’ when registering |
$250 per person | $300 per person | $325 per person |
| Individual Registrant | $300 | $350 | $375 |
Cancellation & Refund Policy
All event registrations are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to a future event. Please contact events@studereducation.com.