Opening Keynote Speaker

Jenn Drummond is a Mom of seven, successful business owner, and World Record holder.  As the first woman to climb the second highest summits on each of the seven continents, she now spends her time inspiring others to create a thriving business and lasting legacy of their own. She shares her story and strategies for success through her book, BreakProof: 7 Strategies to Build Resilience and Achieve Your Life Goals, and her Seek Your Summit podcast, programs, and signature talks. 

Central Virginia Community College

Corinne Hoisington is a full-time professor of Information Systems Technology at Central Virginia Community College in Lynchburg, Virginia, teaching the next round of business leaders. Corinne travels over 250,000 miles a year delivering keynote addresses to EAs, PAs, and AAs in over 70 cities worldwide for customers such as the Microsoft Corporation, Microsoft Canada International Events, Cengage Learning, National Geographic Abu Dhabi, Capital One International Bank, Executive LIVE in London, Sydney, and Johannesburg, and the international South by Southwest (SXSW) event in Austin, Texas. Professor Hoisington is the recipient of the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional award in Computer Programming. Corinne has authored over 40 textbooks with Cengage Learning/National Geographic on topics such as Artificial Intelligence in Business, Outlook 365, Office 365, and Visual Basic. Corinne stands at the forefront of the educational revolution, a true visionary and thought leader in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Her journey is not just the story of an educator on the cutting edge; it’s a testament to the transformative power of AI Assisted education itself.

Resilience and Well-Being Expert 

Deri Latimer is a TEDx Speaker, Author and Organizational Consultant, who offers science-based, practical strategies that empower people to thrive in complex environments. A highly sought-after a speaker, she is a leading voice in the field of organizational well-being.

Deri is a distinguished Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), with a business degree in human resources management and two decades of experience. She has demonstrated a unique ability to transform workplaces into happy, healthy, and productive environments. Specializing in emotional intelligence, psychometric assessment, and neuro-linguistic programming, she brings a multidisciplinary approach to her ability to transform individuals and organizations.

She has also contributed significantly to academic discourse, designing courses and seminars in resilience, positive psychology, and leadership at the University of Winnipeg for over 15 years. Her published resources, including the books Wake Up to Your Habits, What’s Your Story? You Decide, and Not Crazy, Just Human, offer practical tools to achieve positive behavioral change.

Chief Career Activator

Madelyn Mackie is the career activator! As a Certified Career Management Coach, member of the National Résumé Writers’ Association, and former board member of the National Speakers Association, Madelyn offers conference keynotes, professional development trainings, and career coaching to help her clients design unique, job-getting documents, build successful career plans, and create lifelong success. Her clients have landed positions at AAA of Northern California, American Red Cross, AutoDesk, Contra Costa County, Kaiser Permanente, Mozilla, Safeway, Pacific Gas & Electric, Tripit.com, NFL Super Bowl Host Committee, Wells Fargo Bank NA, and several tech firms, health care agencies, and nonprofit organizations. In addition to her private clients, Madelyn was the lead trainer and senior consultant for the national outplacement firm Lee Hecht Harrison, where she has been assigned to work with VIP clients like the Oakland Raiders, Blue Shield of California, Chevron, Novartis International AG, and Twitter. A sample of Madelyn’s resume work can be found in Modernize Your Resume: Get Noticed … Get Hired (Emerald Publishing) by master resume writers Wendy Enelow and Louise Kursmark and she has been quoted in articles on Glassdoor.com, Ivy Exec, and A Great Days Work. Madelyn draws on her experience of navigating four high-profile careers – the lab (as a published biochemistry researcher), the stage (as a stage and production administrator at four Tony Award–winning theaters), the C-suite (as an officer with the American Red Cross), and the owner’s box (CEO of Madelyn Mackie & Associates, a career management and professional development firm) – to help individuals activate their career dreams.
 

Lisa is a passionate advocate for lifelong learning, dedicated to inspiring others to unlock their full potential, seize opportunities, and embrace the role of “relationship engineers.” As a dynamic trainer, speaker, and C-suite executive assistant, she brings boundless enthusiasm to her presentations, infusing them with educational insights and motivational energy.

Lisa goes beyond expectations, providing invaluable support through coaching, consulting, and transformative training workshops and keynote presentations. Drawing from her extensive experience as a C-Suite Executive Assistant and administrative manager, Lisa’s credibility shines through, setting her apart as a trusted industry expert.

CSP, HOF, Global Speaking Fellow CEO – ON THE RIGHT TRACK and #AdminsRock

Rhonda Scharf, renowned and award-winning speaker, author, consultant, and trainer, is the “go-to” expert for the Administrative Professional and Executive Assistant community. With over 250,000+ trained across the globe, Rhonda is THE authority for fun and uplifting education for admins, because #ADMINSROCK!

CMP, Owner, Bayside Creative Consulting

Heidi Souerwine, CMP is a seasoned event strategist with 20 years of experience leading and evaluating events from 10 to 10,000 attendees. As the owner of Bayside Creative Consulting, she specializes in driving strategic events and projects forward. She’s led events in diverse industries and for companies and organizations of all types and sizes, including multinational corporations, associations, nonprofits, and the US government, growing events with creative event strategies and dynamic programming. She’s passionate about driving engagement and building community and believes in empowering her clients to understand as much about the events industry as possible. 

Training & Development Specialist

Denise has a master’s degree in Curriculum Design & Instruction and works with Knack Training. Leveraging her extensive expertise, Denise is deeply dedicated to empowering learners of diverse backgrounds and age ranges through cutting-edge online learning solutions.

She is a certified Scrum Master and Product Owner, currently holding certifications in SAFe 6.0 Agile Scrum Master and excelling in various facets of project management. Denise has an impressive track record of crafting curriculum guides, educational videos, and demonstrating exceptional proficiency in online teaching platforms. Her unwavering commitment to staying well-informed of the latest educational trends ensures that you receive top-tier guidance and support.