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  • Fountain of Truth: Proven Strategies for Reaching Three Digits and Thriving!

    Dana Scarton, Acupuncturist and Journalist, The Zen Point

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Health & Fitness

    Do you worry about memory and mental focus? Do you notice more joint or muscle pain, or perhaps chronic headaches? It's never too late to adopt practices for improving your health and extending your life. But longevity without quality is not the goal. Rather, the goal is health span - the idea of living longer while retaining mental, physical, and emotional health. MORE >

    In this presentation you'll learn:

    - About a handful of places around the world where people live into their 100's with both physical and mental vigor and why that matters.
    - How taking on something physically or mentally challenging or pursuing a long-held dream can be the best thing you do for your health and longevity.
    - Why regular quality time with family and friends is essential to aging well and avoiding early death.

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  • One Simple Thing

    Dr. Mallary Tytel, President, Healthy Workplaces

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

    Each of us has the power to make a difference in our own lives and the lives of others; and it is the little things that can accomplish great things. When we act in small, purposeful ways, with resolve, determination, and integrity, we can change the world. We can make a difference. This highly interactive workshop is drawn from my critically-acclaimed book, One Simple Thing: Simple Tools for Living Your Own Theory of Change, and explores how simple actions and models will help you influence the world, achieve your goals, and be a force within your professional community. MORE >

    At the end of this presentation you will be able to recognize your own patterns of engagement, practice two simple tools to take charge of your own growth and leadership and eat an elephant. Let me show you what I mean!
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  • Mastering Relationship Building as the Foundation of Exemplary Leadership

    Hazem Hammad, Leadership Coach, Hazem A. Hammad Corporation

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

    COVID has thrusted us into the virtual world. Now we are starting to look at what the world will be like post-pandemic. Reintroducing people to one another post pandemic - relationship building, interpersonal, social skills, etc, will be foundational to every new leaders skills set. If you're having social anxiety, shyness, experiencing awkwardness when networking and socializing, Hazem the Coach will help to overcome those feelings to create connection, strong networks and a robust leadership presence. MORE >

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  • Transform Team Rapport

    Shayanna Whitaker, CEO, The Institute for Dynamic Leaders

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

    There are no two individuals alike; therefore, two teams cannot be managed identically. As a result of this talk, individuals become aware and responsible for their behavior, executives and senior leaders support their staff and are better mentors, and organizations win with engaged personnel.

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  • Financial Planning and The Importance of Having a Fee-Only, Independent Fiduciary On Your Side

    Paul Trinh, Financial Planner, Wharf Financial

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Financial

    On top of the difficultly you may face getting your finances in order, picking the right planner is another challenge all on its own. We'll go over the keys to building a solid financial plan, and highlight how important it is to work with someone who is independent, has no conflict-inducing commissions to work for, and has no proprietary products to sell. MORE >

    Whether it's something as micro as week-to-week budgeting, or a 30,000 foot view of a retirement plan, I can tailor a presentation and conversation to fit your group's needs. I enjoy conversations a lot more than lectures!
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  • Speaking with Confidence

    Katerina Arzhayev, Leader of COO Initiatives, SUSE

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Self Improvement

    Beginning with Lincoln Douglas debate, and ending with Executive presentations to the leaders of multi-billion dollar technology companies, Katerina has experienced all types of communication. During this presentation, she will share the subtle unspoken requirements of interpersonal communication and the best practices for speaking in public – whether it is giving an executive presentation or a persuasive speech at the dinner table. MORE >

    She weaves in cultural and individual nuances that affect our abilities to communicate and teaches audiences to discovery and tap into their strengths to ensure they can present themselves with intentionality and build meaningful connections.

    This topic covers the basics of a good speech delivery, in addition to teaching audiences to deliver on content:
    - Intentionally using socially acceptable silences
    - Contributing confidently on unfamiliar topics through localized context
    - The formula for a perfect 45 second response that pivots the conversation into your area of comfort

    This topic focuses on the daily conversations we experience, rather than providing a comprehensive breakdown of public speaking in general.

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  • Overcoming Adversity – From Refugee to Entrepreneur

    Mali Phonpadith, Founder & CEO, SOAR Community Network, LLC

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Motivational

    Mali Phonpadith arrived to the United States when she was five years old as a refugee after fleeing war-torn Laos with her family. Against all odds and shaped by a tumultuous journey filled with tragedies and losses, she shows us that we are capable of experiencing joy after pain, taking flight after the falls, and healing through the hurting. MORE >

    Clarity of vision and purpose helped her to claim her unique mission in this world. She now thrives as a business owner and community champion. She talks about how having a strong sense of a purpose fuels us to abundantly share our gifts as a service to others, expands our worldview of what’s possible and increases our spiritual capacity to thrive, evolve and soar.
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  • How to Obtain Historic Tax Credits for Building Rehabilitation

    Ward Bucher, AIA, Principal, Encore Sustainable Design Architecture

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Miscellaneous

    Mr. Bucher gives a highly helpful and informative PowerPoint speaking presentation on how owners of historic commercial and residential properties can greatly benefit from obtaining Historic Tax Credits -- which can offset the cost of a construction project up to 40% (State and Federal). MORE >

    Learn how individuals and communities can greatly benefit from the knowledge about this valuable and available State and Federal historic preservation program.
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  • Achieving Peace Of Mind Through Financial Planning

    Kevin Ostergaard, CFP®, Financial Advisor, Wolf Group Capital Advisors

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Financial

    One of the leading causes of stress in the United States stems from a lack of confidence managing personal finances. This stress can lead to lack of production at work, issues at home, and decrease is self-esteem. This seminar is focused on answering the following questions to help you, your employees, or members build a firm financial foundation: MORE >

    How can we relieve stress through Financial Planning? How can saving now affect our long-term financial trajectory? How can you take control of your cash flow?
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  • Empowering Returning Citizens

    Alex Simmons, Chief Executive Officer, ReStart Solutions Group, LLC

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Self Improvement

    This presentation is about empowering our returning citizens to take up, restart, and resume their life in the community. In order to empower them, we integrate various disciplines to activate a positive change in attitude and disposition…activating intrinsic motivations…imploding various negative thought patterns. MORE >

    The lecture/workshop cultivates:
    1. Self-Discovery – the process of acquiring insight into one’s own character; finding one’s purpose: the why I’m here on this earth.
    2. Self-Management – self-control and the taking of responsibility for one’s own behavior, well-being, and resources (spirit, soul, and body).
    3. Self-Actualization – the fulfillment of one’s own talents and potentialities; a manifestation of self.
    4. A Healthy Imagination – Imagination stimulates creativity and innovation; “Imagination is everything. It’s the preview of life’s coming attractions.” (Albert Einstein).
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