Opening General Session
Monday, October 18
9:45 - 11:45 a.m.

Duncan Wardle
Founder, ID8 & Innov8, LLC

Everyone is creative, and the ability to think creatively is the one core human truth that will always remain relevant in our rapidly changing world. But haven't we all been told that we're not creative? So many times that we end up believing it. Unfortunately, our education and corporate structure have taught us that there is only one correct answer. But how will we survive if we keep doing "business as usual?" How can we embed a sustainable culture of innovation and creativity throughout our businesses?

Leaning on 25 years with the Walt Disney Company, most recently as Head of Innovation & Creativity, Wardle will share case studies from his time at Disney. In addition, he offers series of unique design thinking, creative behaviors, and innovation tools that everyone can use to "Think Different" and solve real challenges in the marketplace.

General Session: Special Engagement
Tuesday, October 19
8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

Whitney Johnson
CEO, WLJ Advisors, Author, Personal Disruption Expert

We didn’t make a conscious choice to disrupt our lives; circumstances, like the pandemic, made it for us. While true disruption can happen anytime, we must learn to control disorder and build momentum along an S Curve of Learning™. The S Curve leverages the Seven-point Personal Disruption Framework™, representing a cycle of maturity. Convention attendees will be invited to take the online S Curve assessment before the event. In the session, Johnson will share helpful guidance and practical resources to help you accelerate your growth.

Closing General Session
Wednesday, October 20
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Ben Nemtin
Author and Co-founder of The Buried Life Movement

The world is changing faster than we ever imagined; leaders and teams must dig deep within themselves to break through and find opportunities in uncertain times. Before becoming a #1 NYT bestselling author, playing basketball at the White House, having beers with Prince Harry, or living out his other dreams, Ben suffered from crippling depression.

After committing to a series of positive life changes, Ben had a shift in perspective that changed his outlook on life and opened himself up to endless possibilities. From there, he committed to following his buried dreams and helping others through acts of service. The rest is history, and Ben's life-changing message has opened up audiences worldwide to cultures of service, gratitude, and endless potential.