University of Florida Conference Department

05/18/2026

We're Hiring an Event Planner! Are you a creative, detail-oriented event professional who loves bringing people together? Join our Conference Department team at UF Professional and Workforce Development.

We're looking for someone who:
✨ Thinks creatively and designs memorable events
📋 Has a keen eye for detail and flawless ex*****on
🤝 Thrives in a collaborative, team-driven environment
⚡ Stays dynamic and adaptable in a fast-paced setting

🔗 https://go.ufl.edu/ju7ani8

09/25/2024

🎉 A big shoutout to our amazing Event Manager, Lauren Keiser, for being named the September 2024 Green Gator by Sustainable UF! 🌿 Lauren's dedication to reducing waste and promoting sustainability shines through in every event she manages, with FOUR of them being officially green-certified! 🌱👏 We couldn't be prouder of her commitment to making a positive impact. 💚 Read more about Lauren's inspiring journey and accomplishments: https://go.ufl.edu/89oekqg

03/10/2023

Today we officially celebrated our Assistant Director of Conferences, Katie Risher, winning a Superior Accomplishment Award from the University of Florida! Congratulations Katie and thank you for your hard work and dedication to our clients.

02/01/2023

Congratulations to our Assistant Director of Conferences, Katie Risher, for winning a UF Superior Accomplishment Award! https://go.ufl.edu/gjsw1as

“I am so very proud of Katie and all she has had to overcome,” said UF Professional and Workforce Development Director, Andy Campbell. “[She] demonstrated the character traits most coveted in leadership – accountability, adaptability, confidence, focus, and stability. She is an amazing talent and is most deserving of this award!”

01/13/2023

We are thrilled to Alex Cromwell to our event management team! Alex comes to us with project management, wedding, and special event experience. We know she will be an amazing asset to the team. Learn more about Alex here: https://go.ufl.edu/upb4dbo

11/25/2021

Today we take a moment to give thanks. We are thankful for our students, instructors, and staff for assisting in our mission to design and deliver innovative learning opportunities for everyone.

What are you thankful for? Let us know in the comments!

10/22/2021

We are thrilled to add another member to our dynamic team!
Lauren is most excited about, “Meeting new people, both colleagues and clients!” Welcome Lauren! https://bit.ly/3jtB5o5

Please join the Office of Professional and Workforce Development in welcoming our newest team addition: Lauren Keiser! Lauren is joining us as an Event Manager for the University of Florida Conference Department! Read more about Lauren in our latest OPWD blog: https://bit.ly/3jtB5o5

09/24/2021

Please join us in welcoming the newest member of our team!

We are growing! We would like to welcome Kevin Jackson to OPWD! Kevin will be joining us as an event manager for the University of Florida Conference Department and we are thrilled to add his expertise to the team.

07/06/2021

We have some awesome people on our team! Congratulations to our UF Conferences Department Assistant Director Katie Risher, CMP who is the 2021-2022 MPI North Florida Chapter President Elect!

03/02/2021

Way to go, Courtney! Courtney is behind the scenes making amazing websites for our conference clients 😊

Please join us in congratulating Courtney Hancock, OPWD's Web Developer, for receiving a UF Superior Accomplishment Award! https://bit.ly/2NjcTri