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  • Your Superpower Advantage: The Mindset Shift That Built a 7-Figure Business

    Amanda Wittenborn, Owner, Amanda Creation Inc.

    What if the key to your next level of success isn’t outside of you—but already inside?
    In this energetic, interactive talk, 7-figure entrepreneur Amanda Wittenborn helps audiences uncover the hidden strengths that make them magnetic to success. She reveals how she built her multi-million-dollar brand not by following trends or strategies—but by amplifying her natural gifts and trusting her own creative power. MORE >

    Attendees will walk away knowing how to:

    Identify their unique “superpower” that no competitor can replicate

    Reframe self-doubt into confidence and clarity

    Use authenticity as a growth strategy in business and life

    Perfect for entrepreneurs, women in business, or creative professionals ready to stop blending in and start standing out.

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  • You Never Said Anything: Why High Performers Get Passed Over

    Rosie Zilinskas, Keynote Speaker | Certified High-Performance Coach, No Woman Left Behind

    High-performing women in corporate roles deliver real results every day. And yet, many of them are still not being recognized and rewarded at the level they have earned. MORE >

    It is not because they lack talent. It is not because they lack confidence. It is because of the Articulation Gap: the distance between the impact they create and the impact leadership recognizes and rewards.

    In this keynote, Rosie Zilinskas reveals why strong work alone does not lead to advancement, and what high-performing women can do about it. Drawing from over 30 years of corporate leadership experience, including Executive Vice President at AIG Private Client Group, Rosie delivers a practical, story-driven talk that resonates with women across industries and leadership levels.

    Her structured approach is built on three pillars:
    ~ Clarity: knowing your impact in measurable terms
    ~ Composure: delivering your impact when the pressure is on
    ~ Conviction: directing your impact to the people who make decisions about your career

    What attendees will walk away with:
    ~ A name for the invisible problem that has been stalling their careers
    ~ The ability to translate task language into impact language that leadership responds to
    ~ A clear, repeatable structure for articulating their value in performance reviews, leadership conversations, and interviews
    ~ The knowledge that they were never behind. They simply had not been taught how to say what they do in the language that gets recognized and rewarded

    Ideal for:
    ~ Mid-level to senior women in corporate roles (Director, VP, Senior Manager)
    ~ High-performing women in finance, insurance, and structured performance-driven organizations
    ~ Women's leadership summits and ERG events
    ~ Corporate learning series and leadership development programs
    ~ Association meetings and industry conferences

    Rosie Zilinskas is a keynote speaker, Certified High Performance Coach, and StoryBrand Certified Guide. She is the Incoming President of the NSA Illinois Chapter (July 2026) and host of the No Woman Left Behind podcast.

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  • You Make the Difference

    Dr. Jeff Van Meter, The Human Leader

    You don't have the team you thought you did? Neither did I for many years until I finally discovered the secret to forming the team I always dreamed of. I'll tell you what you need to do for you to get your dream team too.

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  • Women in Leadership

    Bette Lawrence-Water, Founder and Principal Consultant, Spectrum Strategic Solutions

    In the United States today, women make up half of the workforce. Unfortunately for women, their male colleagues are promoted at a much higher rate. Women offer great work ethnics, and bring something different from men to the workforce, but many times it goes unnoticed. In this workshop, you will learn about how organizations can develop women leaders, about the benefits of women in organizations, as well as advancements for the future of women. You will learn how women in the workplace cannot only benefit the women themselves, but also the organization. MORE >

    Through this engaging, enlightening, and empowering discussion of Women in Leadership, the audience will learn how women are changing the workforce. The discussion helps participants gain a new perspective on the workforce, and uncover the benefits that come from hiring and promoting women to higher positions.

    Presentation Objectives:
    • Discuss the leadership gap between men and women
    • Learn about women in various powerful positions
    • Discuss different traits associated with women in management
    • Understand the different barriers facing women in leadership positions
    • Learn about the benefits of having women in the workforce

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  • Where’s the Cash?

    John Y. Lafferty, Founder, CFO-Pro

    Helps business owners understand why profits and cash flow differ and how to manage the business more efficiently using this knowledge.

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  • When The Well Runs Dry – Turning Your Sales Up When The Market Is Down

    Tom Kelly, Business Coach, Potential In Motion

    Are you a real estate agent that has been struggling with your sales since the real estate boom has ended? Are you wondering how you can turn your business around and have just as much, if not more success during a market downturn? If you answered yes to any of these questions, Master Certified Business Coach Tom Kelly will teach you the 5 key shifts that you need to make to turn your sales up when the market is down! MORE >

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  • What is the difference between a CFO and a Bookkeeper?

    Barrett Willich, CFO, Bear & Kenmore LLC

    Are you not getting the financial insights you feel you need to run your business efficiently? It could be because you are working with a bookkeeper, controller, or accountant, and not a CFO. A CFO looks at the business implications of financial decisions and makes recommendations on how to become more profitable. Bookkeepers, controllers, and accountants help keep the accounting correct, but rarely dig deeper into business implications. In this presentation, we will walk you through the key differences so you can determine who you need on your team. MORE >

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  • US – China Trade War

    Bill Liu, President, NaviAsia Advisors

    US President Donald Trump has complained about China's trading practices since before he took office in 2016. The US launched an investigation into Chinese trade policies in 2017. It imposed tariffs on billions of dollars worth of Chinese products last year, and Beijing retaliated in kind. MORE >

    The trade war between the two largest economies shows no sign of easing. What's next? Who will blink first? This presentation will guide you through the trade war and lead you to rethink the future of US-China relationship.
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  • Updates, Results and Protocol

    Chris Heuman, Practice Leader, RISC Management and Consulting, LLC

    The schedule, process, protocol and results thus far of the HIPAA Audit Protocol will be discussed. The talk will include historical information and the top three preparatory steps an organization can take in case of an audit.

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  • Transportation

    Andre Erving, Author, Educator, Life Coach, Speaker, Business Consultant, Andre Erving Global, LLC

    Andre is a distinguished speaker, author, educator, and business consultant with an extensive professional background spanning over 20 years in the transportation industry. Throughout his illustrious career, Mr. Erving has honed his expertise, demonstrating a profound understanding of the intricacies of the industry. MORE >

    His insightful lectures, thought-provoking books, and comprehensive consulting services have garnered acclaim from audiences worldwide. With a sharp analytical mind and a passion for continuous learning, Andre sets himself apart as a leading authority in the field, providing invaluable guidance to individuals and organizations seeking to navigate the complex landscape of the transportation sector.

    His innovative approach, coupled with a wealth of experience, distinguishes him as an invaluable asset to the industry, inspiring others to reach new heights of success.

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