Monday, September 16th Keynote Presentation
Dr. Mark DeVolder
Harnessing the Hurricane of Change: Increasing Resilience through the Mindset of a Champion
Change is constant, unpredictable and accelerating. Extreme change can – much like a hurricane – leave you dizzy, dazed and disoriented, as though the earth is moving under your feet. Even if you survive the storm, you know more is coming. Change expert Dr. Mark DeVolder throws a lifeline to you with strategies he’s developed to clear away the fog. You will learn how to rewire your brain to adapt to change, future-proof yourself and increase personal resilience by developing the mindset of a champion. Mark’s practical principles enable you to act boldly, nimbly and quickly in face of exponential change.
Tuesday, September 17th Keynote Presentation
Michelle Ray
Leadership: It Starts with Me
We’ve often heard the adage “everyone can be a leader”, but what does this mean? More importantly, how is this relevant to your career and your life? The most practical answer is to think of leadership in terms of character, not position or title, A leader is someone at any level who has grasped the ability to take charge of their thoughts, and consequently their actions, in any situation. The pressures of everyday work and life can take a toll, both personally and professionally, inhibiting the opportunity to evolve as the best version of yourself. Miscommunication, workplace drama and internal misunderstandings between various team members can have a negative impact on the atmosphere and overall culture. These situations necessitate self-leadership; i.e. the skill and awareness to lead yourself first! Delivering her message with insight, wit, energy and humour. Michelle’s engaging, informative and dynamic keynote presentation offers practical, actionable strategies to help you take the lead, rise above the day-to-day challenges and strengthen relationships at all levels.