Niki Avery

Title of Session:  “Power of Positivity”

Summary:  Understand how negativity undermines productivity in the workplace and learn how to counteract that energy with positivity. This session offers strategies at the individual and group levels.

Learning Objectives:

  • Define negativity and its impact
  • Identify tactics that propagate negativity
  • Learn strategies for increasing positivity

Niki Avery is a Higher Education professional currently serving as Director of Graduate and International Admissions at the University of Arkansas, specializing in student success and servant leadership. Niki unequivocally believes education transforms lives. From her journey as a first-generation college student to earning a Doctor of Education in Adult and Lifelong Learning, education has opened doors, fueled change, and provided opportunities throughout her life. She continues to be a passionate advocate for education—whether formal or informal—to empower and change lives for the better.