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  Andrew Panelli, Group Leader, Chicago South Suburbs, Citizens' Climate Education

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Climate

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  Step Into Your Power: Moving Beyond the Barriers Within

  Eva M. Kennedy, CPCC, Transformational Life Coach, Author, Eva M Kennedy Coaching

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Motivational

  Sometimes the greatest obstacles we face aren’t external — they’re the quiet, hidden barriers within. In this empowering and actionable talk, Eva M. Kennedy helps participants recognize and move beyond the internal struggles that keep them stuck: fear, self-doubt, limiting beliefs, imposter syndrome, and more. MORE >

  These barriers often show up in our day-to-day lives — from not speaking up in meetings to putting our own dreams on hold. Whether in our relationships, careers, or leadership roles, the patterns of playing small can be hard to see and even harder to break.

  Through personal insight and powerful reflection, Eva invites attendees to explore what’s been holding them back — and begin moving forward, one intentional step at a time.

  Audience Takeaways:

  Identify the deeper internal obstacles that limit confidence and progress

  Understand how fear, worthiness, and resistance show up in personal and professional life

  Learn how small, values-aligned actions build clarity, courage, and personal power

  Reconnect with your authentic voice and begin leading from within

  This talk is ideal for individuals and groups navigating change, seeking clarity, or ready to rise above the mental blocks holding them back.

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  Witness the Most Powerful YOU: Five Principles to Reclaim Your Voice, Vision & Power

  Eva M. Kennedy, CPCC, Transformational Life Coach, Author, Eva M Kennedy Coaching

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Motivational

  For years, Eva M. Kennedy dreamed of becoming a motivational speaker but was afraid to say it out loud. When she finally claimed her voice, one courageous friend gathered a room full of people — and from that moment, a transformational journey began. Witness the Most Powerful YOU was born from her lived experience of becoming unstuck, reconnecting with purpose, and stepping fully into her power. MORE >

  This inspiring talk introduces the five guiding principles that helped Eva — and now thousands of others — transform how they show up in life and leadership:

  • Awareness – Where are you now? Explore your balance, values, and personal brand
  • Clarity – Where are you going? Define your vision, goals, and purpose
  • Alignment – How will you get there? Connect your inner and outer world with integrity
  • Authenticity – Do you have the confidence to move forward? Embrace the courage to be seen
  • Enlightenment – What’s possible when you gain a new outlook? Live with gratitude, presence, and power

  This talk is ideal for individuals and organizations seeking clarity, growth, and a deeper connection to their most powerful selves.

  This session is also available in an extended format upon request for groups seeking a deeper, more interactive experience.

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  Meditation Is Your Superpower

  Moses Akhom, Meditation Instructor, THE ULTIMATE YOU

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Health & Fitness

  Meditation Is Your Superpower is a transformative motivational speech that reveals how stillness can unlock strength, clarity, and resilience in a chaotic world. Blending personal insight with accessible science, this talk shows how meditation isn’t just a practice—it’s a powerful tool for emotional control, mental focus, and inner peace. Audiences will discover how just a few minutes a day can lead to greater confidence, reduced stress, and a deeper connection to purpose. This speech invites listeners to tap into their true potential by turning inward and awakening their superpower: a calm, focused mind. MORE >

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  The Power of the Mind

  Moses Akhom, Meditation Instructor, THE ULTIMATE YOU

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Motivational

  The Power of the Mind is an inspiring motivational speech that explores the incredible potential of human thought, belief, and focus. Through real-life stories and science-backed insights, this talk demonstrates how mindset shapes reality, influences success, and overcomes adversity. Audiences will leave empowered with practical tools to re-frame challenges, break limiting beliefs, and harness the mind’s full capacity to create meaningful change in their lives. This speech is a call to unlock the greatest asset we all possess — the untapped power within our own minds. MORE >

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  Generation Z (Zoomers) in the Workplace

  Mary Erlain, President, Peak Development Strategies

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

  The workplace has undergone a profound transformation in recent years, driven by two seismic shifts: the pandemic and the generational turnover in the workforce. MORE >

  Time has seemed to fly by, bringing with it a wave of change that many of us barely registered. A new generation has quietly entered the workplace, but have we truly acknowledged their arrival?

  For many, the answer is no—and for a good reason. Gen Z stepped into their professional roles during a time of unprecedented disruption. Remote work and virtual meetings on platforms like Zoom replaced traditional onboarding experiences, making their entry less noticeable but no less impactful.

  Their influence on organizations has been significant, though often misunderstood. This book, The Zoomers: Our Next Generational Wave in the Workplace, aims to change that. It offers an insightful and constructive perspective on Gen Z, challenging stereotypes and providing a deeper understanding of their values, behaviors, and expectations.

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  Empowering the Multi-Generational Workforce

  Mary Erlain, President, Peak Development Strategies

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

  Much has changed since 2020, and our workforce has undergone a dramatic shift. One entire generation has retired, while another has entered in greater numbers, reshaping the dynamics of our workplaces. MORE >

  We work in a diverse environment where embracing differences can drive business growth—if organizations empower their workforce to leverage their unique gifts and values. The real challenge lies in finding effective ways to do just that: fostering inclusion and enabling employees to thrive.

  Explore strategies to bridge generational gaps among staff and recognize how, often unintentionally, we might be contributing to the problem rather than being part of the solution.

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  Don’t Jump Out of That Plane | How to Control Your Brain to Make Yourself Limitless

  Michael Opyd, President, Dynamic Ventures LLC

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

  Everyone has a comfort zone that our brains try to keep us in. This comfort zone is built to help us survive. But what happens when we get outside of our comfort zone? The only way to escape it is to understand why the zone exists and what we can do to battle all of the forces that are trying to keep us in it. MORE >

  Did you know your brain has two functions, one to keep you alive and two to keep you safe? It's the latter that controls you more than anything. But what if you could control it? What would you do if you were able to be limitless? I have spent a lot of time understanding how our brains work and how we can control them. If you want to know how you can take control of your brain please reach out and let's discuss more.

  I'd love an opportunity to come and speak to any audience big or small. If you have any questions please contact me! I look forward to the opportunity to help!

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  Unlock The Leader Within ~ Conquering 3 Saboteurs to Dramatically Advance Your Career

  Rosie Zilinskas, Founder & CEO, No Woman Left Behind

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Motivational

  Many ambitious, high-performing women in the corporate world still find themselves asking, “Why am I not further along?” MORE >

  The truth? It’s not because they lack talent—it’s because they’ve unknowingly internalized limiting beliefs that keep them quiet, overcommitted, or stuck in waiting mode. In this powerful and practical keynote, Rosie Zilinskas reveals the 3 hidden saboteurs that silently hold women back from the visibility, leadership, and advancement they’ve earned.

  Drawing from her 30+ years of experience as a Fortune 500 executive, Rosie delivers a bold wake-up call—and a compassionate roadmap—for women ready to take ownership of their careers. Her interactive and story-driven delivery resonates deeply with women across industries and leadership levels.

  Whether you’re planning a women’s leadership summit, corporate learning series, ERG event, or DEI initiative, this keynote creates momentum that lasts long after the applause.

  🎯 What Attendees Will Walk Away With:
  ~ Clarity on what’s holding them back—and the language to stop it in its tracks

  ~ A simple but powerful mindset shift: “Campaigning for Me”—so they start owning their value instead of waiting to be chosen

  ~ The confidence to speak up in rooms that matter—even if they’re still working on believing they belong there

  ~ A renewed sense of career direction and the next right move using Rosie’s Custom Career Roadmap framework

  ~ Most importantly, they’ll walk away knowing: they’re not behind—they’re just getting started

  👥 Ideal for:
  ~ Mid-level to senior women in corporate roles

  ~ Women returning to the workforce or pivoting within their organizations

  ~ High-potential talent looking to grow into leadership

  ~ Mixed-gender audiences focused on inclusion, equity, and leadership development

  ~ College and post-college professionals preparing for or entering the workforce

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  Rethinking the Colonizing of North America

  Mark McGarvie, J.D., Ph.D.,, Retired Professor of History and Law, College of William and Mary

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Educational

  European colonialism recently has been presented, both popularly and scholastically, as an evil that decimated native populations, destroyed native cultures, precipitated extensive wars, and caused irreparable environmental harm. Avoiding judgment in favor of understanding, Professor McGarvie will develop the context for European discovery of the New World in the intellectual, technological, political, and cultural contexts of both the Native Americans and the European explorers in the 16th - 18th centuries. MORE >

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