Kevin Thomas is Vice President for Enrollment Services and Student Success at the University of Central Arkansas, where he leads efforts to boost access, retention, and graduation, ideally without too many spreadsheets. With more than 20 years in higher ed, Kevin has served in key roles at UCA, SIUE, and WKU, always focused on building student-centered systems that actually work. A proud NACADA member, he chairs the Administrators’ Institute and is a regular faculty member. Kevin holds degrees from Western Kentucky and Murray State, and swears he’s funnier off-mic.  

Michael “Brody” Broshears is Director of University College at Illinois State University, where he leads advising, orientation, academic support, and student success efforts. With more than 30 years in higher education, Brody has built a career rooted in the belief that higher education can transform lives. He is committed to honest dialogue, inclusive leadership, and fostering environments where both students and staff thrive. An active member of NACADA, Brody currently serves on the Administrators’ Institute Advisory Board and is a long-time faculty member for the institute. He holds degrees from Indiana University and Miami University.