Pennsylvania Career Development Association upcoming events

Meet The Author: Bruce Tulgan, Author "Not Everyone Gets a Trophy: How to Bring Out the Best in Young Talent" (Friday, July 24, 2026)

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Bruce Tulgan, Author "Not Everyone Gets a Trophy: How to Bring Out the Best in Young Talent"

July 24, 2026 | 12:00PM

Zoom

Learn the secrets of managing a unique and productive generation In the newly revised third edition of Not Everyone Gets a Trophy: How to Bring Out the Best in Young Talent, renowned management trainer and business advisor Bruce Tulgan reimagines how to engage with, develop, and retain millennial employees in a time of deep economic disruption.

The book offers step-by-step best practices for getting millennials onboard and up-to-speed. You’ll learn how to provide them with the context they lack, teach them how to manage themselves and how to be managed, and turn the very best into new leaders.

In the book, you’ll also find:

* A renewed focus on every millennial generation, including Generations X, Y, and Z.

* A new preface about the dramatic generational shift now taking place in the workforce

* Updated case studies and examples, as well as brand-new research on first-wave and second-wave millennials An essential handbook to maximizing the considerable potential of the millennial generations,

Not Everyone Gets a Trophy: How to Bring Out the Best in Young Talent will earn a place in the libraries of executives, managers, HR professionals, and other business leaders interested in getting the most out of each and every one of their employees.

More Information and Registration

PACDA Members: register at a discount using the promo code in Member Resources.

Meet the Author at the Pyramid Club Zoom: Semi Annual Women's Panel (Wednesday, July 29, 2026)

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Making Waves Story Slam — A Special Meet the Author Evening

July 29, 2026 | 6:00PM

Pyramid Club, Philadelphia

Overview

Some stories inspire. Some surprise. Some make you laugh out loud — or catch your breath. All of them move you.

On Wednesday, July 29th, join us at Philadelphia's iconic Pyramid Club for a special edition of Meet the Author — reimagined as an electric Story Slam evening of true stories, unexpected connections, and the kind of energy that reminds you why stories matter.

The Theme: Making Waves
Moving forward. Making things happen. Overcoming obstacles. We want the stories that changed everything.

YOU HAVE TWO WAYS TO JOIN US:

★ Come to enjoy.
Settle in and let great storytellers take you somewhere real. Light refreshments included.

★ Come to share.
Got a Making Waves story? Register as a storyteller, and you could take the stage. Stories are 3–5 minutes, scored by our panel of Master Storytellers on content, delivery, and timing — in the most supportive room you've ever stood in.

How it works: When you register, simply indicate whether you'd like to be considered as a storyteller. If more than 8 guests sign up to share, we'll hold a drawing at the event to select our storytellers. Everyone has a shot.

Doors open at 6:00 pm for networking, wine, beer, and light refreshments.
Stories begin at 6:30 pm. Evening wraps at 8:30 pm.

Prizes awarded. Memories guaranteed.

Hosted by Theresa Hummel-Krallinger and Julia Taus

AGENDA:

6:00–6:30 | Networking, wine, beer, light refreshments
6:30–6:35 | Welcome — Theresa & Julia
6:35–7:10 | Showcase: Three Master Storytellers set the tone. Pure inspiration — no scoring for this segment.
7:10–7:20 | Intermission
7:20–8:00 | Open Floor: Up to 8 storytellers, 3–5 minutes each, scored by our Master Storytellers
8:00–8:10 | Entertainer performs while scores are tallied
8:10–8:20 | Results, prizes, celebration
8:20–8:30 | Closing + open networking

MEET OUR HOST:

Theresa Hummel-Krallinger | High Five Performance

Theresa Hummel-Krallinger is a keynote speaker, author, professional comedian, and leadership consultant who helps individuals and organizations create healthy cultures, stronger leaders, and more meaningful careers. A two-time Emmy Award winner for her work on PBS and host of the Pyramid Club's Meet the Author series for more than 12 years, Theresa brings humor, insight, and energy to every stage she steps onto. Tonight, she'll keep the stories flowing and the audience engaged as co-host of our Story Slam.

Learn more: https://www.highfiveperformance.com/

MEET OUR MASTER STORYTELLERS:

Julia Taus | JT's Ideation Center
Julia is the founder of JT's Ideation Center, where her mission is simple and powerful: Own Your Story. Maximize Your Stage. She helps entrepreneurs, authors, and speakers shape unforgettable personal brand stories — and she's the visionary co-host who brought this evening to life.
Learn more: https://jtideationcenter.com/

Craig Smith | Craig Smith Speaks
Craig is a keynote speaker, live TV host, and communication expert who helps brands and individuals build trust through powerful storytelling and authentic connection. He knows what it takes to command a room — and he'll show us.
Learn more: https://www.craigsmithspeaks.com/

Erica Chen | Unicorn Dynasty
Erica is a keynote speaker, identity coach, and founder of Unicorn Dynasty, a community supporting mothers as they navigate identity, purpose, and belonging. Through humor and vulnerability, Erica encourages audiences to step into their main character energy and rewrite the stories holding them back.
Learn more: https://ericashimmies.com/

MEET OUR ENTERTAINER:

Justin Gonzalez | Tenor

Justin Gonzalez is also a storyteller, comedian, and practitioner of the American Song Book and the music of Broadway. Justin uses all of this to entertain, educate, and share his story.

When Justin isn’t singing with the world’s best classical musicians, popular music performers, writing his own music to perform with the Justin Gonzalez Trio, and singing the music of Frank Sinatra and the rock band Queen with Justin Gonzalez and the Jukebox, he is also one of the creators and performers in the Laugh Pack, a comedy variety show.

Learn more: https://justingonzaleztenor.com/

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PARKING GARAGES

The Pyramid Club offers discounted parking at both Sonesta Hotel and Standard Parking Garage "1700" across the street.

Sonesta Hotel offers Valet Service while Standard Parking Garage is Self Park.

Discounted tickets are provided at the Pyramid Club Reception desk.
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ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS

The Pyramid Club is located in the BNY Mellon Bank Center at 1735 Market Street. Before arriving please make sure you bring a form of Photo ID. Upon entering please show your Photo ID to the Security booth in the lobby and sign in. Take the elevators up to the 51st floor. There you will see the Entrance to the club. You may either walk up the Spiral Staircase or there is another elevator to the 52nd floor. Our Receptionist will then direct your Private Event Room. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

CLUB ATTIRE

Business dress or business casual is recommended in all areas of the Club. Please no sneakers or flip flops.

More Information and Registration

PACDA Members: register at a discount using the promo code in Member Resources.

MACCA Monthly: Wisdom, Wins and What Works: A Networking Exchange (Monday, August 03, 2026)

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

MACCA Monthly

Wins, Wisdom and What Works: A Networking Exchange
Monday, August 3, 2026 at 12:00PM

Join colleagues for an interactive networking event focused on sharing best practices, client success stories, helpful resources and practical tools. Participants will engage in small group conversation, rotating groups throughout the session to meet new colleagues and hear a variety of perspectives.

This event is designed to create a space for connection, peer learning and idea sharing. Whether you are looking to celebrate a recent win, learn what is working for others, or discover new strategies to bring back to your own practices, this session will offer an opportunity to connect and leave with actionable ideas.

More Information: Here

PSCA: 71st Annual Conference (Wednesday, December 02, 2026)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 13:00:00 GMT

71st Annual Conference

Penn Stater Hotel, State College, PA

December 2 - December 4, 2026

This year, we are bringing together an incredible lineup of educational thought leaders and practitioners to provide you with actionable, real-world strategies:

Dr. John W. Hodge (Opening Keynote) on practical solutions to foster resilience and buffer the risk factors holding students back.
Terri Tchorzynski (Closing Keynote), former National School Counselor of the Year, on redesigning systems to break the cycle of burnout and reactivity.
Dr. Carolyn Stone (Pre-Conference Workshop) providing a vital deep-dive into legal literacy, ethical practices, and confidentiality in school counseling.

Why You Can’t Miss This:

Earn Continuing Education: Access top-tier professional development with Act 48 hours, NCC hours, and up to 6 CEUs available.
Dynamic Breakouts: Choose from a robust schedule of breakout and poster sessions tailored to current educational realities.
Network & Connect: Collaborate with peers from across the state during our evening social events and networking luncheons.

Lock In Early-Bird Savings

Register by October 15, 2026, to take advantage of our early-bird discount. Plus, you can save even more on your registration fee by becoming a PSCA member today!

REGISTRATION AND MORE INFORMATION: https://ncyionline.org/conferences/pascac/#home