Moderated by: Heather Knox, Coordinator, Employer Relations, Penn Career Services Confirmed panelists: – Laurie Hall, EdD, Assistant Vice Provost for Strategic Planning and Operations, Penn University Life – Barbara Hewitt, EdD, Executive Director, Penn Career Services – Joshua Darfler, MPA, Administrative Director, Penn Biomedical Postdoctoral Programs – Katrina Struloeff, PhD, Director of Growth & Impact, Catalyst @ PennGSE
In this session, panelists will share candid stories and actionable insights about how continuous learning, skill-building, and intentional leadership have shaped their own career journeys—and how these same strategies can empower you and the populations you serve at Penn. Whether you’re exploring your professional next steps, or seeking to deepen your impact in your current role, this session will illuminate how investing in your growth benefits not only your career, but also the broader Penn community. Panelists will discuss pivotal moments in their career journeys, the challenges they’ve faced, and the professional development opportunities that made a difference. Discover how continuous growth not only advances your career, but also equips you to better support students, postdocs, and alumni throughout the academic year. Learn more about our panelists here: https://careerservices.upenn.edu/2025-penn-career-champions-conference-panelists/
