#ACELing2026 ~ Build Your Brand. Strengthen Your Influence. Elevate Your Impact.

Build Your Brand. Strengthen Your Influence. Elevate Your Impact.

Your personal brand is more than a résumé or job title—it is the reputation you build through your expertise, relationships, and professional presence. At the 2026 ACELing In Leadership Conference, this interactive workshop will help participants define their unique value proposition, communicate their strengths with confidence, and build a credible personal brand both online and in person.

Attendees will gain practical strategies to strengthen visibility, expand their professional networks, and position themselves for greater leadership opportunities and career impact.

Meet the Speaker:

Mark Strickling, University of Arizona Foundation

Mark Strickling is a dedicated professional with more than 20 years of leadership and service experience in higher education, focused on helping individuals achieve their full potential. He currently serves with the University of Arizona Foundation in Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement, following a successful career as a Regional Director of Alumni.

Mark is passionate about mentorship, professional development, and empowering individuals through shared knowledge and experience. He holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of Arizona and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. A proud U of A alumnus, Mark was an Arizona Ambassador and a two-year letter winner on the legendary Desert Swarm football team, including the 1994 Fiesta Bowl championship. He is also a proud husband and father of two U of A Wildcats.

Building a Brand That Opens Doors

A strong personal brand creates clarity around who you are, what you bring, and the value you create. When paired with authentic leadership presence, it can strengthen relationships, increase visibility, and open new opportunities.

Join us at the 2026 ACELing In Leadership Conference to learn how to build a personal brand that strengthens your influence and elevates your impact.

2026 ACELing In Leadership Conference

Theme: Shaping What's Next: Influence. Innovation. Impact.

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