School Programs
Leaders in Student Engagement
BUILDING A CULTURE OF CONNECTION™ ON CAMPUS
Our team works with passionate student affairs professionals and their students, who are discouraged by the lack of involvement on their campus. We facilitate the creation of a vibrant campus culture in which everyone feels welcomed, connected, and engaged from orientation to graduation.
DANCE FLOOR THEORY™ LEADERSHIP TRAINING
Turning Student Leadership into Campus Engagement
Just like a real dance floor, campus life has a center and an edge, and too many students are stuck on the sidelines, disengaged. Dance Floor Theory helps student leaders bridge that gap.
Winner of 8 national speaking awards and trusted by hundreds of colleges every year, this innovative training gives student leaders a practical, proven model to increase engagement across clubs, organizations, residence halls, and orientation programs. With over 1 million students trained, DFT is the go-to framework for building stronger communities and boosting retention.
Your leaders will learn how to:
- Attract and move students from the edge of involvement to the center of campus life
- Build meaningful connections through relevance and authenticity
- Lead with energy, purpose, and practical tools that actually work
Dance Floor Theory isn’t just a training, it’s an experience that sticks with your campus long after Tom leaves.
ORIENTATION KEYNOTE: FIRST YEAR STUDENT TO FIRST YEAR SUCCESS
Academic success is just one part of the college experience, the best students also build strong connections and get involved.
This high-energy, interactive keynote sets the tone for an unforgettable first year. Based on Tom’s Amazon bestselling book, “First Year Student to First Year Success”, this program equips students with real-world strategies to thrive in their first 90 days on campus.
Students will walk away with:
- Proven tools to stay organized, focused, and motivated
- A head start on building meaningful social connections
- A clear understanding of why involvement matters, and how to find their fit outside the classroom
- A renewed sense of excitement for the journey ahead
Used by 100s of colleges over the past 20 years, this keynote isn’t just another welcome speech, it’s a launchpad for success. Get ready to move from nervous to confident, from outsider to insider… and from sitting on the sidelines to stepping into the action.
PROFESSIONAL STAFF DEVELOPMENT
Helping Student Affairs Teams Lead with Purpose and Drive Student Engagement
Engaged students don’t happen by accident, they’re shaped by intentional, motivated professionals behind the scenes. That’s where we come in.
Our Pro Staff Development programs are designed to equip Student Affairs professionals with the tools, mindset, and motivation to drive real engagement on campus. Whether you’re looking to boost team morale, clarify your department’s vision, or sharpen your strategic approach, we’ve got you covered.
We’ve delivered keynotes and trainings at top national conferences like NASPA, ACUI, and APCA, as well as customized in-house programs for entire divisions focused on:
- Team building and collaboration
- Vision alignment and culture shaping
- Strategic planning and execution
If your professional staff is ready to lead the change they want to see on campus, let’s build something powerful together.
ADDITIONAL EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS
Beyond the Keynote: 40+ Hours of High-Impact Leadership Trainings
Looking for more than just a keynote or Dance Floor Theory?
We have a deep library of leadership trainings designed to level up your team’s skills and engagement. From the hilariously honest “Communicating with Crappy People” to the always-relevant “The Art of Cat Herding,” our sessions blend real-world strategies with interactive, memorable delivery.
Perfect as a follow-up to our main keynote or as a standalone experience, these sessions are built to spark insight, build confidence, and get your team moving forward, together.