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Monday, August 11
 

5:00pm EDT

Registration Desk
Monday August 11, 2025 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom Registration Office
Check in for Launchpad and pick up your registration packet.

Registration Packet Includes:
  • Name Badge
  • JAG Tote Bag
  • JAG T-shirts
  • Name Badge Ribbons - Customize your name badge with available ribbons.
Monday August 11, 2025 5:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom Registration Office Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees
 
Tuesday, August 12
 

8:00am EDT

Registration Desk
Tuesday August 12, 2025 8:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom Registration Office
Check in for Launchpad and pick up your registration packet.

Registration Packet Includes:
  • Name Badge
  • JAG Tote Bag
  • JAG T-shirts
  • Name Badge Ribbons - Customize your name badge with available ribbons.
Tuesday August 12, 2025 8:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom Registration Office Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees

8:30am EDT

Coffee Networking Break
Tuesday August 12, 2025 8:30am - 9:00am EDT
El Dorado Foyer
Coffee, decaf, and tea will be served.
Tuesday August 12, 2025 8:30am - 9:00am EDT
El Dorado Foyer Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees

12:00pm EDT

Lunch
Tuesday August 12, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom
A lunch buffet will be served in the Sunset Ballroom. All foods will be labeled for dietary needs. If you have questions about specific allergies or dietary needs, please find a hotel banquet staff member, and they will assist you.
Tuesday August 12, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees
 
Wednesday, August 13
 

8:30am EDT

Coffee Networking Break
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:30am - 9:00am EDT
El Dorado Foyer
Coffee, decaf, and tea will be served.
Wednesday August 13, 2025 8:30am - 9:00am EDT
El Dorado Foyer Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees

9:00am EDT

Registration Desk
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom Registration Office
Wednesday August 13, 2025 9:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom Registration Office Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees

12:00pm EDT

Lunch
Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom
A lunch buffet will be served in the Sunset Ballroom. All foods will be labeled for dietary needs. If you have questions about specific allergies or dietary needs, please find a hotel banquet staff member, and they will assist you.
Wednesday August 13, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees
 
Thursday, August 14
 

8:30am EDT

Registration Desk
Thursday August 14, 2025 8:30am - 5:00pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom Registration Office
Check in for NTS and pick up your registration packet.

Registration Packet Includes:
  • Name Badge
  • JAG Tote Bag
  • JAG T-shirts
  • Name Badge Ribbons - Customize your name badge with available ribbons.
Thursday August 14, 2025 8:30am - 5:00pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom Registration Office Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees

10:00am EDT

JAG Swag Pop-up Store
Thursday August 14, 2025 10:00am - 4:00pm EDT
El Dorado Foyer
Stock up on JAG Swag by stopping by the Pop-up Store.
Thursday August 14, 2025 10:00am - 4:00pm EDT
El Dorado Foyer Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees

1:30pm EDT

Opening Session: Artificial Intelligence & The Future of Work
Thursday August 14, 2025 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom
Awards Announced During this Session: 
  • JAG Disruptor Award
  • 5 of 5 Middle School Program
  • 5 of 5 Multi-Year and Senior Model
  • 6 of 6 Multi-Year/Senior Only Program
  • 6 of 6 Alternative Education Program
  • 6 of 6 Out-of-School Program
  • 6 of 6 Regional Awards
  • 6 of 6 Alternative Education - State
  • 6 of 6 Out-of-School Program - State
  • 6 of 6 Multi-Year/Senior Only - State
  • 6 of 6 Performance Outcomes Award
Dress Code: Business Casual
Speakers
avatar for René Cantú

René Cantú

Executive Director, Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (J4NG)
I am the founding Executive Director of Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (J4NG), established in 2014. Under my leadership, J4NG grew from six programs, 200 students in 2014, to 63 programs, over 3,200 students and a budget exceeding five million dollars a year in 2023. I have dedicated... Read More →
avatar for Janelle Duray

Janelle Duray

President & CEO, JAG
Janelle Duray has over fifteen years of experience in education and workforce development consulting and nonprofit management. In October 2023, she was named as the second President & CEO of Jobs for America’s Graduates, a national nonprofit that has served 1.6 million youth since... Read More →
avatar for Tony Kopetchny

Tony Kopetchny

CEO, Parsons TKO
Tony’s focus and expertise are in governance, change management and brand strategy. In addition to deep experience as an outside consultant, he has years of experience working in-house at large policy organizations such as the Pew Charitable Trusts, the Center for Global Development... Read More →
avatar for Steven J Smith, SHRM-CP, PHR

Steven J Smith, SHRM-CP, PHR

Chief Hiring Expert, ApplicantPro
Steve will be the first to tell you that recruiting is marketing. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Finance at Brigham Young University and started his career in recruiting in Feb 2005. In 2008, he took a risk during a recession to help start a new company with Ryan Kohler, called... Read More →
avatar for Austin Small

Austin Small

JAGCA President-elect, JAG
Thursday August 14, 2025 1:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees

3:30pm EDT

Coffee Networking Break
Thursday August 14, 2025 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom Foyer
Coffee, decaf, and tea will be served.
Thursday August 14, 2025 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom Foyer Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees
 
Friday, August 15
 

8:00am EDT

Coffee Networking Break
Friday August 15, 2025 8:00am - 8:30am EDT
Sunset Ballroom Foyer
Coffee, decaf, and tea will be served.
Friday August 15, 2025 8:00am - 8:30am EDT
Sunset Ballroom Foyer Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees

8:30am EDT

General Session: Engaging Minds, Building Futures: Project-Based Learning Through Neuroscience
Friday August 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am EDT
Sunset Ballroom
Join us for an interactive session that immerses you in the core elements of project-based learning (PBL). Through collaborative work, we will explore neuroscience basics, the impact of stress on learning, and the importance of executive functions. Engage, create, and transform your approach to education with us.

Awards Announced During this Session:
  • Peak Performers: Average Barrier Removed
  • Peak Performers: Average Contact Hours
  • Peak Performers: Return to school - Middle School 
  • Overall Connectivity Rate
  • Scholarship Award
Dress Code: Business Casual
Speakers
avatar for Katie McDonald

Katie McDonald

Education Consultant, ESSDACK
HopeologistYouth Mental Health Specialist Neuro-informed Consultant/Coach"My passion is helping fellow educators reignite their own love of teaching and learning. My goal is for my participants to feel rejuvenated and armed with fresh ideas to implement. I believe in creating learning... Read More →
Friday August 15, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am EDT
Sunset Ballroom Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees

8:30am EDT

Registration Desk
Friday August 15, 2025 8:30am - 5:00pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom Registration Office
Friday August 15, 2025 8:30am - 5:00pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom Registration Office Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees

10:00am EDT

JAG Swag Pop-up Store
Friday August 15, 2025 10:00am - 4:00pm EDT
El Dorado Foyer
Stock up on JAG Swag by stopping by the Pop-up Store.
Friday August 15, 2025 10:00am - 4:00pm EDT
El Dorado Foyer Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees

10:00am EDT

Partner Expo
Friday August 15, 2025 10:00am - 4:00pm EDT
El Dorado Foyer
Make sure to stop by the Partner Expo, located in El Dorado Foyer! This is your chance to connect with leading partners, discover the latest innovations, and explore exciting opportunities.

Participating Organizations:
  1. Regions Bank
  2. Valvoline
  3. IHG
  4. Bank of America
  5. National Pest Management
  6. ESSDack
  7. RingoRang/FutureReady
  8. JAG Achievery
  9. JAG Pop-up Store
  10. JAG Headrush
  11. Enlight Unite Foundation

Friday August 15, 2025 10:00am - 4:00pm EDT
El Dorado Foyer Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees

11:00am EDT

Break
Friday August 15, 2025 11:00am - 11:15am EDT
TBA
Friday August 15, 2025 11:00am - 11:15am EDT
TBA
  All Attendees

12:15pm EDT

Lunch and General Session
Friday August 15, 2025 12:15pm - 1:30pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom

Employer Engagement Panel
Moderator: Nick Martino, Director of Professional Development & Training, JAG National
Panelists:
Nancy Barnes-Ault, Community Relations Officer, Midwest, and North Carolina, Regions
Amy Gurley, Senior Vice President, Community Advancement Program Manager, Bank of America
Marcus Johnson, Talent Acquisition Manager, Early Careers & DEI, IHG Hotels & Resort
Sarah Wright, Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition, Valvoline, Inc.

Awards Announced During this Session:
  • Headrush Trailblazer Award

A lunch buffet will be served in the Sunset Ballroom. All foods will be labeled for dietary needs. If you have questions about specific allergies or dietary needs, please find a hotel banquet staff member, and they will assist you.
Speakers
avatar for Nancy Barnes-Ault

Nancy Barnes-Ault

Community Relations Officer, Midwest, and North Carolina, Regions Bank
Nancy Barnes-Ault joined Regions in 2013 and heads community relations for the Midwest and North Carolina markets.Prior to joining Regions, Nancy was the Marketing Director for First Bank overseeing Missouri, Illinois, Florida, and California markets.Nancy has a passion for empowering... Read More →
avatar for Brandie Dawson

Brandie Dawson

Senior Director, Talent Acquisition, Valvoline Inc.
Brandie Dawson is the senior director of talent acquisition (TA) of Valvoline Inc., leading the progression of the organization’s recruiting and employer brand initiatives. She joined Valvoline in April 2017 as the manager of TA for Valvoline’s Core North America business segment... Read More →
avatar for Amy Gurley

Amy Gurley

Community Advancement Program Manager, Bank of America
avatar for Marcus Johnson

Marcus Johnson

Talent Acquisition Manager, IHG
avatar for Nicholas Martino

Nicholas Martino

JAG
Nicholas J. Martino is an expert in innovative education with a strong focus on the human aspects of teaching and learning. After teaching and leading global learning expeditions for a decade, Nicholas now works to implement higher-level educational change. His mission is to utilize... Read More →
avatar for Frida Medrano

Frida Medrano

JAGCA President, JAG
avatar for Austin Small

Austin Small

JAGCA President-elect, JAG
Friday August 15, 2025 12:15pm - 1:30pm EDT
Sunset Ballroom Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees

1:30pm EDT

Break
Friday August 15, 2025 1:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
TBA
Friday August 15, 2025 1:30pm - 1:45pm EDT
TBA
  All Attendees

2:45pm EDT

Break
Friday August 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
TBA
Friday August 15, 2025 2:45pm - 3:00pm EDT
TBA
  All Attendees

4:00pm EDT

Break
Friday August 15, 2025 4:00pm - 4:15pm EDT
TBA
Friday August 15, 2025 4:00pm - 4:15pm EDT
TBA
  All Attendees
 
Saturday, August 16
 

8:00am EDT

NTS Town Hall: Celebrating Success and Looking Forward
Saturday August 16, 2025 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Sunset Ballroom
Join us for the NTS Town Hall, a celebratory session where we introduce JAG national staff, discuss upcoming events, and share exciting updates. We’ll reflect on the week’s achievements, highlighting key moments and successes. This interactive session is a great opportunity to connect with JAG leadership, get a glimpse of future initiatives, and celebrate the hard work and dedication of our community. Don’t miss this chance to engage, ask questions, and be part of the conversation as we wrap up an inspiring week together.

Dress Code: Business Casual

A breakfast buffet will be served in the Sunset Ballroom. All foods will be labeled for dietary needs. If you have questions about specific allergies or dietary needs, please find a hotel banquet staff member, and they will assist you.
Saturday August 16, 2025 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
Sunset Ballroom Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees

8:00am EDT

Registration Desk
Saturday August 16, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Sunset Ballroom Registration Office
Saturday August 16, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am EDT
Sunset Ballroom Registration Office Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees

9:00am EDT

NTS Closing Awards Ceremony: Becoming the Harmony Hero
Saturday August 16, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Sunset Ballroom
It’s hard to escape the bite of the “bias bug”… it’s a pesky part of our natural interactions as human beings. However, we all can become heroes or heroines (allies) for each other— wielding micro-affirmations to counter those unintended micro-aggressions in our personal and professional lives. “Becoming the Harmony Hero” is a very engaging talk about differences! Dr. Confer presents with an infusion of personal stories and humor, allowing everyone to see themselves in the storylines. Attendees will leave inspired to shift the spaces they enter… one positive move at a time.

Awards Announced During this Session:
  • JAG National Faculty 
  • High Performer
  • Outstanding Specialist

Dress Code: Business Casual
Speakers
avatar for Pam Confer

Pam Confer

Board Vice Chair, Jobs for Mississippi Graduates
Workforce development
Saturday August 16, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Sunset Ballroom Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel, 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
  All Attendees
 
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