Affinity Sessions for CTE Educators
Seattle Convention Center - 615
Affinity sessions are exclusive communities that bring together like-minded individuals with common interests or identities. These sessions provide a unique space for meaningful open discussions to connect and collaborate. Attending an affinity session means joining a supportive community where you can engage with peers who understand your perspective, share insights, and foster valuable connections beyond the conference. We invite you to stop in and connect with other educators to network and learn from each other.
Affinity Session
Other
CTE Educators
All levels
All Grade Levels
Presented by
Project Manager
NCCE
Kathie O’Brien has had a rewarding career as a CTE instructor and faculty advisor throughout the northwest. She is passionate about the benefit of CTE for all students and has been involved in efforts to promote CTE as a pathway to careers and college for many years. Kathie is an educational consultant, project manager, and grant specialist. Kathie has received numerous honors including induction into the Business Professionals of America Hall of Fame, Distinguished Service Awards, and Faculty Achievement Awards. Kathie has a BS and Master’s in Business Ed and Ed. Spec. in Adult Learning and Organizational Leadership.
Professional Learning Specialist
NCCE
Kelly Williams, has dedicated her career to merging education and technology. With a focus on Career and Technical Education, she designs and teaches diverse courses, emphasizing career prep for all students. Actively involved in Business Professionals of America at local, state, and national levels, Kelly currently serves as an education consultant, organizing and facilitating career preparation events. As a Course Content Specialist with Michigan Virtual University, she contributed to an online Entrepreneurship course. A certified Microsoft Educator Expert, Master Trainer, ISTE Certified, Global Minecraft Mentor, and Certified Google Trainer, Kelly continually seeks learning opportunities and collaborates with educators worldwide.