You're Invited to Leading from the Middle. July 14-16, 2025

Division chairs, deans, IT directors, professional development coordinators, librarians, and student success directors; Leading from the Middle is designed specifically for mid-level administrators at Texas two-year colleges. You will have the opportunity to learn and share with your friends and colleagues around the state who represent a wide range of specialties, talents, experiences, and interests. This conference is specifically designed for you, our middle managers, as you navigate your responsibilities both for your employees and your college.

What you can expect this year:

Updates on the interim and upcoming 89th legislative sessions
Artificial intelligence
Community college rights and legal issues
Responding to the mental health crisis
Leadership and communication
Campus Security
And much more…

This conference will give you the skills to manage your valuable resources and help you understand the broader climate of higher education in the State of Texas.

What past attendees are saying about Leading from the Middle:

“Loved the conference. Every session was worthwhile and educational. I enjoyed it very much.”

“The whole conference was fantastic! A great line-up of presenters and a great flow to each day! Thank you for this information and the opportunity to learn and network with other folks from across the state.”

“Super organized conference - comes at a nice time to rejuvenate!”

Come see why so many mid-level managers join us year after year at Leading from the Middle!

The Historic Menger Hotel

204 Alamo Plaza
San Antonio, TX 78205

Exclusive discounted rates are available at the historic Menger Hotel in San Antonio through the TCCTA booking link. We encourage attendees to reserve early, as rooms are limited.

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Presenters

Ryan Lugalia-Hollon
Chief Impact Officer at San Antonio Area Foundation

Phillip R. Parrish, M.S.
Success Coach Coordinator
Navigating the Dual System of Workforce Education for Future Success in Rural Areas

Stacy Scarsella
CEO and Executive Producer at Plaid Pony Productions
The Power of Transformation: Inspiring Change in the Classroom and Beyond

Beaman Floyd
TCCTA Lobbyist
Legislative Update

AMBA Representative
Member Benefits Specialist
Getting the most, out of your TCCTA membership.

We are in the process of finalizing the full speaker lineup, and additional presenters will be announced in the coming weeks. We look forward to sharing more details with you soon.

Schedule*

Sunday 7/13/25 Check-in to Hotel

Monday 7/14/25 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM Registration + Breakfast

Monday 7/14/25 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM Presentation

Monday 7/14/25 11:30 AM to 12:45 PM Presentation

Monday 7/14/25 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM Lunch

Monday 7/14/25 2:45 PM to 4:00 PM Presentation

Monday 7/14/25 4:15 PM to 5:30 PM Presentation

Monday 7/14/25 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM Dinner & Keynote Speaker

Tuesday 7/15/25 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM Breakfast + AMBA

Tuesday 7/15/2510:15 AM to 11:30 AM Presentation

Tuesday 7/15/25 11:45 AM to 1:00 PM Presentation

Tuesday 7/15/25 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM Offsite Activity & Lunch

Wednesday 7/16/25 - Travel back home

*Subject to change

Note: A 3% credit card fee is already included in the registration price.
All sales are final — no refunds or exchanges.

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$515.00

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