
EXPERIENCE IS EVERYTHING:
Free Workshops for Independent and Private Schools

Create Better Family Experiences at a Free Workshop Near You
This season, Finalsite Onsites are centered around one idea:
Experience is Everything.
Every interaction shapes how families experience your school—from the first website visit and admissions inquiry to everyday communications that build trust over time. Creating those experiences takes thoughtful strategy, the right technology, and the people behind every interaction.
Join us for a free, in-person workshop designed for Admissions and Marketing professionals, where you'll discover practical ways to create more connected, personalized experiences for families while improving your own experience with Finalsite. Through hands-on learning, AI strategies, automation, product best practices, and peer collaboration, you'll leave with new ideas to save time, strengthen relationships, and make every interaction count.
Schedule & Logistics
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Arrive at location for coffee, light breakfast and networking.
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Experience is Everything
Discover how every interaction shapes the family experience—and how you can create more meaningful, connected moments at every stage of the journey. Through customer stories, practical strategies, and product insights, you'll learn how to build trust, work more efficiently, and make the most of your Finalsite investment.
Here's what you'll explore:
Building Trust Through Every Interaction
Kick off the day with a keynote exploring how every touchpoint—from the first website visit to ongoing communications—shapes the family experience and strengthens your school's reputation.
Peer Success Story
Hear how a independent or private school transformed their admissions and marketing efforts, achieving measurable results.
Finalsite Tips, Tricks & Time-Saving Hacks
Discover practical ways to work smarter with the tools you use every day. From hidden features to best practices and AI-powered shortcuts, you'll leave with ideas you can implement immediately to save time and focus on what matters most.
What's New at Finalsite
Get an inside look at the latest innovations designed to help you create even better experiences for families while making your day-to-day work easier. Learn what's new, what's coming next, and how to put these enhancements to work for your school.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Catered lunch and networking.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Experience Challenge
Apply everything you've learned throughout the day to a real admissions or marketing challenge at your school.
Collaborate with peers and Finalsite experts to identify opportunities, explore new ideas, and develop practical solutions using AI, automation, and Finalsite best practices. You'll leave with actionable next steps to create better experiences for families—and a better experience for your team.
Fall 2026 Locations
September 25 | Saint Louis Priory School
Presenters

Amanda Moser
Client Success Manager
Finalsite

Cristina Pawlica
Sales Engineer
Finalsite

Carrie Becher
Senior Advantage Consultant
Finalsite

Caitlin Casey
Associate Sales Consultant
Finalsite
October 1 | St. Richard's Episcopal School
Presenters

Amanda Moser
Client Success Manager
Finalsite

Cristina Pawlica
Sales Engineer
Finalsite
October 7 | French International School of Oregon
Presenter

Trisha Flassing
Client Success Manager
Finalsite
October 9 | Seattle Academy of Arts and Sciences
Presenter

Trisha Flassing
Client Success Manager
Finalsite

Andrew Spitzer
Digital Marketing & Communications Manager
Seattle Academy
October 13 | San Francisco University High School
Presenters

Trisha Flassing
Client Success Manager
Finalsite

Tara Teslow
Content and Communications Specialist
San Francisco University High School

Ruth McDaniels
Director of Communications
San Francisco University High School

Laila Mahgoub
Associate Sales Consultant
Finalsite
October 15 | Greater Atlanta Christian School
Presenters

Becky McGuire
Team Lead, Client Success
Independent Schools
Finalsite

Cristina Pawlica
Sales Engineer
Finalsite

Colin Wyenberg
Solutions Engineer
Finalsite

Alex Lo
Client Success Manager
Finalsite
October 15 | Notre Dame High School Belmont
Location
1540 Ralston Ave, Belmont, CA
Presenter

Trisha Flassing
Client Success Manager
Finalsite
October 20 | Ursuline Academy
Presenters

Amanda Moser
Client Success Manager
Finalsite

Cristina Pawlica
Sales Engineer
Finalsite

Sarah Rude
Client Success Manager
Finalsite
October 22 | Saint Thomas Academy
Presenters

Amanda Moser
Client Success Manager
Finalsite

Cristina Pawlica
Sales Engineer
Finalsite
October 28 | Finalsite Headquarters
Presenters

Chris Palombi
Client Success Manager
Finalsite

Magee King
Director of Admission Communication and Marketing
Sacred Heart - Greenwich

Caitlyn Adams-Davis
Director of Enrollment Mgmt.& Strategic Marketing
St. Mary Academy - Bay View
November 3 | Detroit Country Day School
Presenters

Amanda Moser
Client Success Manager
Finalsite

Chris Podehl
Business Development Representative
Finalsite
Featured Presenters

John Doe
Position, Company / School

Jane Doe
Position, Company / School

Mark White
Position, Company / School
Full Agenda
00:00 AM | Agenda goes here
Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.00:00 AM | Agenda goes here
Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.00:00 AM | Agenda goes here
Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.00:00 AM | Agenda goes here
Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.
00:00 AM | Agenda goes here
Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.00:00 AM | Agenda goes here
Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.00:00 AM | Agenda goes here
Describe the item or answer the question so that site visitors who are interested get more information. You can emphasize this text with bullets, italics or bold, and add links.
FAQs
Is the workshop really free?
Yes! We believe that everyone should have access to industry best practices, free of charge, to help them improve their overall strategy and approach.
How long is the workshop?
The Admissions and Marketing Workshops typically run from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm, making it easy for you to get the day off from work. We also provide coffee in the morning and lunch at the workshop.
Who is invited?
We encourage Finalsite clients and non-clients to join us for this professional development experience, as all sessions are geared towards industry best practices. Professionals working in admissions, marketing, and advancement will benefit most from this workshop.
Will there be food?
Yes! During the workshop, we'll provide coffee throughout the day and a delicious boxed or catered lunch.
What if I have a food allergy?
As for allergies, no worries! Please email events@finalsite.com if you would like to receive an allergen-free food option.
What if I don't see a location near me?
If you are interested in hosting a workshop, please email marketing@finalsite.com.
Display heading or event title goes here
This is a subheadline. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nam lacinia pulvinar ultricies.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Nam lacinia pulvinar ultricies. Aliquam auctor placerat lectus, id iaculis erat porttitor non. Cras iaculis, metus a posuere aliquam, magna augue varius magna, quis dignissim elit nunc sed erat. Aenean at enim vel neque ornare egestas.