2025-26 NACE Board of Directors

Prior to joining the NACE staff, VanDerziel was with the Field Museum, where he most recently served as chief human resources officer and as chief of staff for the 85-member Board of Trustees, driving strategic priorities and goals and delivering innovative solutions to enhance the overall museum experience for visitors, nearly 700 volunteers, 500 staff members, and 200 interns. His 23 years with the museum included experiences leading strategy, people, volunteers, marketing, educational programming, and technology functions.

Earlier roles included a corporate recruiting position with Norrell Corporation and a position in higher education as associate director of student enrollment at National Louis University.

VanDerziel also served as a volunteer leader on the NACE Board of Directors, including as vice president-employer (2004 – 2006) and as president-elect, president, and past-president (2008 – 2011). He also contributed to NACE and the membership in other capacities, serving as chair and facilitator for the task force that revised the Principles for Ethical Professional Practice, chairing the inaugural Advocacy Advisory Committee, and facilitating the development of NACE’s strategic plan. In 2014, he was inducted into the NACE Academy of Fellows in recognition of his contributions to the profession.

VanDerziel is a senior professional in human resources through the HR Certification Institute and is a senior certified professional through the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).

Seldric’s career includes key roles at J.P. Morgan, NBCUniversal, Bank of America, Lowe’s Companies, Inc., and Wachovia Corporation (now Wells Fargo). He is also served NACE as Board Vice Chair, former Board Member and Board Advisor to the HBCU Affinity Group, where he has been instrumental in helping launch the HBCU Summit. This Summit earned NACE the 2023 Summit Award from The American Society of Association Executives.

A native of Columbia, SC, and former Charlotte resident, Seldric has lived in Harlem, NYC, for the past decade. He holds a master’s degree from Cornell University and a bachelor’s from Clemson University. Outside work, he is active with the Abyssinian Baptist Church, The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated.

Dr. Hall has worked in higher education for more than 20 years. Before moving to UVA, she served as the director of career and professional development at the University of North Carolina (UNC) Greensboro.

She also served as the executive director of market readiness and employment with Wake Forest University’s School of Business and as executive director of alumni and career services at Pepperdine University’s Graziadio Business School. Dr. Hall has served on a variety of NACE committees, including as co-chair for the Conference Committee and as co-chair for the Inclusion Committee. She is also a past president of the MBA Career Services and Employer Alliance, leading the expansion of the organization into Asia.

Dr. Hall earned her doctorate in educational leadership and cultural studies from UNC Greensboro. She earned her B.S. in marketing from Indiana University and her M.B.A. from Pepperdine University. She and her husband are the parents of two college-aged sons. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and taking on DIY home projects.

Harding served as a college director on the NACE Board of Directors as well as a co-chair for the Career Readiness Competencies Task Force, the 21st Century Career Center Task Force, and the New Member’s Committee for the NACE Conference. He is a recent recipient of NACE’s Mackes Leadership Award.

Harding is the co-founder of the annual Institution-Wide Competency Symposium and consults and presents often on career readiness competency development. He co-authored a chapter on career competencies in the book, Advancing Talent Development: Steps Toward a T-Model Infused Undergraduate Education.

Harding earned his master’s in education from Indiana University and an undergraduate degree from Anderson University. He also completed a certificate in student affairs policy and law at the Stetson University College of Law.

Quinn graduated from Boston College with a bachelor's degree in human resources management and marketing. As a 19-year member of NACE, she has held several committee positions and co-chair assignments, including Past Board Member, Employer from 2019-2021. In 2016, Quinn was the recipient of the NACE/Direct Employer’s Catalyst Award, and in 2023, she received the RippleMatch Exceptional Leader Award, Enterprise Early Career Program.

Helbig served on the NACE Board of Directors, and her NACE involvement also includes teaching strategic planning as a member of the Management Leadership Institute faculty, co-chairing committees, presenting at NACE’s inaugural Executive Leadership Symposium, delivering numerous annual conference presentations, and authoring publications.    

Helbig served on the board of directors of the Mountain Pacific Association of Colleges and Employers and was awarded its Outstanding Service Award. She has served as co-director and programme chair for the Global Career Services Summit.

Helbig has been invited to speak at conferences in England, Ireland, Japan, China, and South Africa. She has been interviewed by the New York Times, Inside Higher Ed, The Washington Post, Fox News, ABC News, the  San Francisco Chronicle, and Time magazine. Helbig holds a Master of Arts in higher education from the University of Arizona.   

While Amaro currently sits on NACE’s Board of Directors, he has volunteered as a co-lead for the NACE Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee; the Individuals Serving and Recruiting Hispanic, Latin@X, & HSI Students Affinity Group; and the HBCU Subcommittee for Employer Relations.

Born in New York City to a Colombian mother and Dominican father, Amaro’s global perspective and commitment to inclusivity have led him to channel his passion for equal access to opportunities. His altruism shines through as he volunteers his time to support students and faculty in schools across North America, particularly focusing on underrepresented communities.

Diley brings more than 17 years of experience in talent acquisition. She spent the majority of her career at General Mills, one of the world’s largest food manufacturers and home to beloved brands like Cheerios, Nature Valley, and Betty Crocker.

Diley’s leadership style is authentic, driven by curiosity, and rooted in a commitment to innovation, excellence, and fun. A passionate storyteller, Diley connects deeply with people and brings creativity and vision to her work.

As a self-described “disrupter,” Diley thrives on rethinking traditional approaches to university recruiting. She is deeply engaged in the emerging talent community, frequently sharing best practices through webinars, panels, and national conferences. She is a board member of NACE and mentor in the BestPrep High School Mentorship Program. As a first-generation college student, Diley is passionate about expanding access to resources and opportunities for those who need them most.

Diley holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from the College of Saint Benedict/Saint John’s University. Outside of work, Diley spends her time outdoors skiing and fishing, perfecting her old-fashioned recipe, getting lost in bookstores, and attending concerts in Minneapolis, her beloved city.

Dr. DosReis currently serves as McKinney's director of people and experience, building the agency's workforce capabilities. Her more than 15 years of leadership in higher education and corporate talent initiatives include directing career centers at various institutions and, at McKinney, serving as both director of recruiting and director of learning and development, where she redefined pipelines, attracted diverse talent, and enhanced candidate and employee experiences.

An accomplished leader and certified Crucial Learning trainer, she's a recognized thought leader, presenting at NACE conferences, the HBCU Summit, and other professional events. She holds a master's from Columbia University and a doctorate from Northeastern University.

Evangelista holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and Women’s Studies from Assumption University and a Master of Education degree in higher education administration from Suffolk University. She joined NACE in 2016 and served in a variety of roles across the organization, ranging from Conference Committee co-lead, Honors and Awards co-lead, and other committee positions. In addition, Evangelista is a proud graduate of the 2020 Recruiting Leadership Institute (RLI).

Jones currently serves on the NACE Board of Directors and previously co-chaired the NACE URR/Career Services Research Advisory Committee. He has also been an active member of various other NACE committees and held leadership roles within the HireBig10+ Consortium, including serving as chair. He has been a frequent presenter through NACE and regional associations, and has contributed multiple times to the NACE Journal. His work supports national efforts focused on career readiness, staff development, and institutional benchmarking.

Jones holds a master’s degree in college student personnel from the University of Maryland at College Park and has been recognized with multiple awards for his leadership and innovation, including the NACE Rising Star Award (2012) and the HireBig10+ Career Consortium David S. Bechtel Outstanding Professional Award (2019).

Lierman was a co-principal investigator for “The Impact of Undergraduate Internships on Post-Graduate Outcomes for the Liberal Arts,” a research study published by the NACE Center for Career Development and Talent Acquisition. She has held volunteer leadership roles with NACE for more than 10 years, such as serving on the Strategic Positioning of Career Services Task Force and co-chairing the Liberal Arts Affinity Group and Principles for Ethical Professional Practice Committee. Lierman’s career development advice has appeared in publications including The Wall Street Journal and Forbes, and she has written for the NACE Journal. She presents regularly on a range of topics.

Lierman holds master’s degrees in social work and nonprofit management from Case Western Reserve University and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Williams College.

Previously, Dr. Miles was the director of employer development and engagement at William & Mary and worked in various roles at the University of Tennessee at Martin and the University of Memphis.

Dr. So currently serves on the board for Phi Delta Epsilon and has contributed to committees and boards for the Graduate Career Consortium, the Midwest Association of Colleges and Employers, the National Association of Advisors for the Health Professions, and the Central Association of Advisors for the Health Professions.

With NACE, she has served as co-chair of the Principles for Ethical Professional Practice Committee, co-facilitator of the People of Color Affinity Group, and member of the Career Pathways for Our Profession, Honors & Awards, and Inclusion Committees, as well as serving as a member of the AANAPISI and Community & Two Year Colleges Affinity Groups. She has presented at several NACE conferences, contributed to NACE publications, and completed the NACE Management Leadership Institute in 2014.

Dr. So earned her doctorate in molecular biology from UCLA, a master’s in college student affairs from Eastern Illinois University, a graduate certificate in academic advising from Kansas State University, and a bachelor’s in biology and psychology from Barnard College.