Kentucky Association of Student Receivable Officers - KASRO

Offering professional development and educational opportunities for University Business Officers that will enhance their post-secondary institutional mission of implementing sound financial controls and providing excellent customer service.

May 4-6th 2026

at Eastern Kentucky University

Conference Hotel Reservations

Link for booking rooms https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/lexrmht-kcg-b5b028b2-fcc0-4452-8809-49fc99ace073/

Guests may book by calling the hotel directly at (859) 353-5594

Keynote: Hayley Leach- Stratton, J.D. St. Louis Mo

"The Inclusion League: Uniting Voices for a Stronger, More Accessible Future"

Civil Rights Attorney • Education & Disability Rights Advocate • Miss Missouri 2023

Raised in Dry Ridge, Kentucky, Hayley Leach-Stratton is a proud Kentucky native who earned dual bachelor’s degrees in Political Science and Writing, Rhetoric, and Digital Studies from the University of Kentucky. Growing up, she was actively involved in the Miss Kentucky Organization, competing in all age divisions and developing a passion for service, leadership, and public speaking that would later define her professional life.

After teaching in Knott County, Kentucky as a Teach For America educator, Hayley moved to Missouri to attend Washington University in St. Louis School of Law and is now a civil rights attorney in St. Louis, advocating for students and families in cases involving education equity, disability rights, and public access. Her legal work is deeply informed by her personal experiences, especially her advocacy on behalf of her younger brother Matthew, who is autistic.

Hayley also volunteers with organizations such as Autism Speaks and Best Buddies, both of which not only promote inclusion and acceptance for people with disabilities, but also help prepare individuals with autism for adult life, offering training in financial literacy, independent living, and workplace readiness.

As Miss Missouri 2023, Hayley traveled more than 30,000 miles, speaking to over 100,000 students and community members about her platform, “See the Able, Not the Label.” She has co-authored children's books with her brother, appeared on national news to promote autism awareness, and attended international advocacy events including the Autism Tech Conference in Doha, Qatar.

Hayley continues to combine her legal training, teaching background, and personal advocacy to create change across courtrooms, classrooms, and communities. She is honored to speak at this year’s KASRO Spring Conference and contribute to conversations around accessibility, education, and preparing all students, including those with disabilities, for a successful future.