Managing Conflict with Confidence
Event Details
The Strategic Ohio Council for Higher Education (SOCHE) invites you to an interactive, in-person professional development training, “Managing Conflict with Confidence,” on Friday, April 24, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET. The training will be held in Foster Hall at Christ Church United Methodist (3440 Shroyer Rd, Kettering). This session will be presented by Katie Kerry from Sinclair College Workforce Development.
Conflict is a natural part of any workplace, particularly in higher education environments where collaboration, shared governance, diverse perspectives, and competing priorities are part of daily operations. From navigating difficult conversations with colleagues, to addressing concerns raised by students, or balancing cross-departmental expectations, higher education personnel frequently encounter situations where effective conflict management is essential.
This interactive training will equip participants with practical tools to better understand the dynamics of conflict and respond with confidence, professionalism, and intention. Attendees will identify their primary approach to handling conflict, explore when and why different conflict-resolution strategies are most effective, and practice techniques for turning challenging interactions into productive conversations. Through guided discussion and hands-on activities, participants will gain skills they can immediately apply in a variety of campus and workplace settings.
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Identify underlying sources and common causes of workplace conflict
- Describe five different approaches for responding to conflict situations
- Discuss the circumstances, implications, and benefits of using each conflict mode
- Practice navigating difficult conversations and reframing conflict into constructive dialogue
Enhance your confidence and effectiveness when navigating challenging conversations at work. Costs increase on Monday, April 13, so register now to take advantage of the lowest fees. Registration will close on Sunday, April 19. Click here to register.
When: Friday, April 24, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET
Where: Foster Hall at Christ Church United Methodist (3440 Shroyer Rd., Kettering)
Cost
- Personnel from SOCHE Member Schools: $15 through April 12 (price increases to $25 on April 13)
- Personnel from NON-Member Schools/Orgs: $25 through April 12 (price increases to $35 on April 13)
- Students: $5 through April 12 (price increases to $15 on April 13) [Note: This fee is is reserved for individuals who are students only, not for personnel pursuing continuing education.]
Questions? Contact Mindy Claggett at SOCHE
Student Registration Fee Policy
Registration Cancellation Policy
Registration for this event will close on Sunday, April 19.
About the Presenter
Katie Kerry
Learning & Development Consultant, Workforce Development
Sinclair College
Katie Kerry is a Learning and Development Consultant in Sinclair’s Workforce Development Department. For over a decade, she has worked in leadership roles in nonprofit organizations. She is a dynamic facilitator known for her engaging, high-energy style, inspiring positive change by curating powerful connections—connecting individuals to new ideas, to themselves, and to each other. Her expertise includes designing and facilitating national-level leadership training and conferences. Katie holds a Women Lead leadership certificate from the University of Dayton Center for Leadership and is a proud recipient of the Partner of the Year award from the Career Based Intervention program.