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Casey Schmalacker

Casey Schmalacker

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Casey Schmalacker, Vice President at New Frontiers, brings a dynamic blend of expertise in marketing, sales, and business development to his leadership role. With a solid educational foundation, holding a dual Bachelor of Arts in Government and Law, and Economics from Lafayette College, and a minor in Africana Studies, Casey has honed his ability to analyze and improve organizational processes across various professional sectors.

Since joining New Frontiers in spring 2013, Casey has significantly expanded his scope of influence from mentoring students to advising professionals and entire organizations on enhancing workplace performance. His focus extends to the critical areas of executive functions, soft skills, and effective organizational strategies, enabling a culture of continuous improvement and adaptive learning environments.

Casey’s leadership journey has seen him evolve from providing targeted academic and social supports to students with diverse learning needs to spearheading major initiatives as Vice President. His approach combines strategic marketing and development efforts with a deep commitment to personalized education and professional development. He is a strong proponent of adaptive educational methods and actively engages in professional circles, earning certifications from thought leaders like Peg Dawson and Lynda Geller and regularly participating in conferences such as Lynn Meltzer’s ILD Conference.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Casey’s passion for life is evident in his love of laughter and deep connections, whether with colleagues, friends, or his beloved pets. His philosophy emphasizes the importance of joy and genuine relationships both in and out of the workplace.

Latest posts by Casey Schmalacker

neurodivergence

Understanding Neurodiversity

The past few years have brought attention to the neurodiversity movement. While this discussion may sound new, it’s been happening since the 1990s. This guide outlines some important points about

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understanding adhd

Understanding ADHD in Adults

  Conversations about ADHD often focus on how it affects children and young adults while they’re in school. However, ADHD also affects a significant number of adults, with 4.4% of

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self advocacy

What is Self-Advocacy?

Speaking up for your wants and needs Self-advocacy is defined as the, “ability to assertively state wants, needs and rights, determine and pursue needed supports, and conduct your own affairs,”

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