The Pickup Meeting

Ever stumbled into an unexpected convo that left you energized, inspired, and maybe even laughing out loud? That’s The Pickup Meeting. Join higher ed besties Michael "Brody" Broshears and Kevin Thomas as they sit down with passionate changemakers who put students first and aren’t afraid to shake up the status quo. These are the unplanned conversations that just might become the best part of your day.

Co-host

Kevin Thomas

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.