We are excited to share that the final program and app for the DEAC Annual Conference are nearly complete! We are proud to present an exceptional lineup of confirmed speakers, each bringing a wealth of experience in distance education learning experience, technology, regulatory compliance, and leadership. Their insights and expertise will undoubtedly enrich our discussions and provide valuable perspectives on the evolving landscape of distance education.
We are particularly thrilled to announce our Keynote Speaker, John Maketa, who will open the event with a captivating session on demographics. His deep understanding of how demographic trends impact higher education will set the tone for an engaging and thought-provoking conference.
Stay tuned for more details on the program and be prepared for an inspiring experience that will foster learning, networking, and innovation in the field of distance education and accreditation. We look forward to seeing you there!
Confirmed Speakers
Deb Adair
Chief Executive Officer, Quality Matters
Marriane Boeke
President, National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements
Katherine Brodie
Partner and Team Lead for the Duane Morris Education Group
Lucien “Skip” Capone
University Counsel (ret.) UNC at Asheville, NC
Van Davis
President, WICHE Consortium for Education Technology
Matthew D. Gonzalez
Operations Director, American Council on Education (ACE)
Brandy K. Biglow
Burnout Coach and Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Juan Antonio Henriquez
IT Director and Professor of Electrical Engineering, University of New Orleans
Jessica High
Special Counsel, Duane Morris
Christopher Lambert
Principal, BBC Advisory
Kevin LaMountain
Executive Director, Arizona Private Postsecondary Education
Brandon Sherman
Counsel, Saul Ewing
Julie Woodruff
Senior Compliance Counsel, Tennessee Higher Education Commission
