THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28
8:15-9:00a Registration, Breakfast and Networking
9:00-9:30a OPENING SESSION
Welcome and Conference Logistics with Enjoli Page
Location: Red Oak Ballroom, Salon A
9:45-11:15a SESSION I
Option One: “Successfully Leading Momentous Change - Executive and Senior Leadership Coaching” with David Porter
VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous) is no longer an abstract principle. The bar has been raised on the depth and breadth of leadership required to guide organizations through a rapidly changing landscape. Join Marshall Goldsmith Certified Executive Coach, David Porter, for this hour and a half session, uniquely designed to facilitate senior leaders. This interactive workshop is an opportunity to explore elements and principles key to leading momentous change.
Location: Cypress Room
Option Two: “Bringing Aligned Values To Life Through Consistent Change” with Camille Hambey
In this hands-on 90-minute Workshop with Leadership and Professional Development Coach, Camille Hambey, leaders will explore their values and discover how those values influence the way they lead and manage their teams. Leaders will also learn how to balance stress levels, manage expectations and lead through change in the workplace.
Location: Live Oak Room
Option Three: “Forecasting Change Before Change Is Needed” with Dr. Tim Westley
In business, nothing truly stays the same, no matter how great things may be at the time. Those willing to keep pressing forward, getting better, adapting and seeking change will be successful, others will be footnotes. Join Dr. Tim Westley as he discusses ways to avoid pitfalls in business, prepare for change, and maximize successes! He will provide insight on making dynamic business moves which lead to dynamic results while contrasting businesses that failed to forecast! Finally, he will offer practical tips to prepare for needed changes.
Location: Elm Room
11:15-11:30a BREAK
11:30a-1:30p “The Agility Leadership Luncheon and Panel Discussion”
with Mistress of Ceremony, Enjoli Page and Moderator, Kanetra Hights
Panelist: David Porter, Mary Toppen, Ariel Simpson and Ruben Gonzales
Location: Red Oak Ballroom, Salon A
1:45-2:45p SESSION II
Option One: “Transforming to an Agile Leader” with Phil Bohlender
Join Global Organizational Development Leader, Phil Bohlender in a candid and open discussion on how to transform into an agile leader that influences change at every level of the organization. This interactive 60-minute course is full of self discovery and shared best practices.
Location: Live Oak Room
Option Two: “Beyond Software: Applying Agile Principles Everywhere” with Ariel Simpson
Agility isn’t just for software developers — it’s for you too! No matter what industry you’re in, you can work smarter and improve faster. Find out how experiments, short work increments, early feedback and empowered teams can improve your line of business.
2:45-3:00p BREAK
3:00-4:00p SESSION III
Option One: “Inspiring and Motivating Your Team to Get the Results You Want!” with Mindy Gootson Spigel
In this interactive workshop, we will use Transformational Leadership Principles that will engage, empower and motivate your team to solve real problems.
Location: Cypress Room
Option Two: “Moving Forward with Agility” with Scott Hopkins
Discover how to use Business Agility to grow your business and remain competitive in today’s changing climate. Topics will explore the new generation of expectations, employees, clients and stakeholders.
Location: Live Oak Room
4:00-4:30p CLOSING SESSION
Conference Highlights and Book Signings with Jeanie Murphy and Essence Learning, LLC CEO, Valerie Wilson
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29
8:15-9:00a Registration, Breakfast and Networking
WORKSHOP OVERVIEW
“The Power of Influence” Certified Leadership Training with Valerie J. Wilson
Certified John Maxwell Course facilitated by Certified Trainer and Essence Learning, CEO, Valerie Wilson provides you with the power you need to think bigger and bolder thoughts, live with healthier and more positive attitudes, influence the lives of others for the better, and deliver better business results for company enhancement.
9:00-11:45a WORKSHOP SESSION - PART I
“The Power of Influence” Certified Leadership Training
Location: Cypress Room
11:45-12:30p WORKSHOP LUNCHEON
Location: Live Oak Room
12:30-2:45p WORKSHOP SESSION - PART II
“The Power of Influence” Certified Leadership Training
Location: Cypress Room
3:00p CONFERENCE CLOSING
8:15-9:00a Registration, Breakfast and Networking
9:00-9:30a OPENING SESSION
Welcome and Conference Logistics with Enjoli Page
Location: Red Oak Ballroom, Salon A
9:45-11:15a SESSION I
Option One: “Successfully Leading Momentous Change - Executive and Senior Leadership Coaching” with David Porter
VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, ambiguous) is no longer an abstract principle. The bar has been raised on the depth and breadth of leadership required to guide organizations through a rapidly changing landscape. Join Marshall Goldsmith Certified Executive Coach, David Porter, for this hour and a half session, uniquely designed to facilitate senior leaders. This interactive workshop is an opportunity to explore elements and principles key to leading momentous change.
Location: Cypress Room
Option Two: “Bringing Aligned Values To Life Through Consistent Change” with Camille Hambey
In this hands-on 90-minute Workshop with Leadership and Professional Development Coach, Camille Hambey, leaders will explore their values and discover how those values influence the way they lead and manage their teams. Leaders will also learn how to balance stress levels, manage expectations and lead through change in the workplace.
Location: Live Oak Room
Option Three: “Forecasting Change Before Change Is Needed” with Dr. Tim Westley
In business, nothing truly stays the same, no matter how great things may be at the time. Those willing to keep pressing forward, getting better, adapting and seeking change will be successful, others will be footnotes. Join Dr. Tim Westley as he discusses ways to avoid pitfalls in business, prepare for change, and maximize successes! He will provide insight on making dynamic business moves which lead to dynamic results while contrasting businesses that failed to forecast! Finally, he will offer practical tips to prepare for needed changes.
Location: Elm Room
11:15-11:30a BREAK
11:30a-1:30p “The Agility Leadership Luncheon and Panel Discussion”
with Mistress of Ceremony, Enjoli Page and Moderator, Kanetra Hights
Panelist: David Porter, Mary Toppen, Ariel Simpson and Ruben Gonzales
Location: Red Oak Ballroom, Salon A
1:45-2:45p SESSION II
Option One: “Transforming to an Agile Leader” with Phil Bohlender
Join Global Organizational Development Leader, Phil Bohlender in a candid and open discussion on how to transform into an agile leader that influences change at every level of the organization. This interactive 60-minute course is full of self discovery and shared best practices.
Location: Live Oak Room
Option Two: “Beyond Software: Applying Agile Principles Everywhere” with Ariel Simpson
Agility isn’t just for software developers — it’s for you too! No matter what industry you’re in, you can work smarter and improve faster. Find out how experiments, short work increments, early feedback and empowered teams can improve your line of business.
2:45-3:00p BREAK
3:00-4:00p SESSION III
Option One: “Inspiring and Motivating Your Team to Get the Results You Want!” with Mindy Gootson Spigel
In this interactive workshop, we will use Transformational Leadership Principles that will engage, empower and motivate your team to solve real problems.
Location: Cypress Room
Option Two: “Moving Forward with Agility” with Scott Hopkins
Discover how to use Business Agility to grow your business and remain competitive in today’s changing climate. Topics will explore the new generation of expectations, employees, clients and stakeholders.
Location: Live Oak Room
4:00-4:30p CLOSING SESSION
Conference Highlights and Book Signings with Jeanie Murphy and Essence Learning, LLC CEO, Valerie Wilson
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29
8:15-9:00a Registration, Breakfast and Networking
WORKSHOP OVERVIEW
“The Power of Influence” Certified Leadership Training with Valerie J. Wilson
Certified John Maxwell Course facilitated by Certified Trainer and Essence Learning, CEO, Valerie Wilson provides you with the power you need to think bigger and bolder thoughts, live with healthier and more positive attitudes, influence the lives of others for the better, and deliver better business results for company enhancement.
9:00-11:45a WORKSHOP SESSION - PART I
“The Power of Influence” Certified Leadership Training
Location: Cypress Room
11:45-12:30p WORKSHOP LUNCHEON
Location: Live Oak Room
12:30-2:45p WORKSHOP SESSION - PART II
“The Power of Influence” Certified Leadership Training
Location: Cypress Room
3:00p CONFERENCE CLOSING