Level Up with Doane University

Work Reimagined: Work isn’t just changing — leadership, connection and success are being redefined at every level. Work Reimagined invites young professionals to rethink success in a world shaped by rapid change, new technologies and shifting expectations. In 2026, YPG programs will explore how to lead with authenticity, build a meaningful, sustainable career and thrive in workplaces that value both innovation and well-being.

Session 2 - The Drama Triangle: a framework that highlights how people can unknowingly fall into unproductive roles during conflict, including operating from a victim mentality. This session will explore how recognizing these patterns can shift the way we communicate, lead and respond to challenges. Attendees will gain practical tools to move out of reactive dynamics, build trust, and lead with greater clarity and confidence.

Meet the presenter, John Frost, Vice President of Enrollment Management and Marketing

John Frost is Vice President for Enrollment Management and Marketing at Doane University and a member of the executive cabinet. With more than 15 years of leadership experience across private and public higher education, he has led strategic enrollment, admissions, marketing, and financial aid initiatives at institutions including Bellevue University, Webster University, Metropolitan Community College, and Southern Illinois University. John is known for building high-performing teams, modernizing enrollment systems, and advancing collaborative, data-driven strategies that support institutional growth and student success.