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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

ADHD Iceberg

Understanding the ADHD Iceberg

While awareness of ADHD and other neurodivergent disorders has spread significantly in the last few years, the public still largely understands ADHD from an outsider’s perspective. The most commonly cited

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Peter Principle

How to Avoid the Peter Principle

Promoting internally benefits organizations in multiple ways. Many companies find that employees who they promote from within reach productive states more quickly than external hires, and the costs for hiring

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a child crying with a parent looking over them

What Is Restraint Collapse?

If your child tends to have more frequent meltdowns shortly after coming home from school, you’re not alone. Known as restraint collapse, this behavior is common, especially for children with

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Time Management for Executives

Time Management Strategies for Executives

In the fast-paced world of corporate leadership, executives find themselves juggling numerous responsibilities. Whether it’s overseeing projects, leading teams, or making high-stakes decisions, time is always of the essence. To

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