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  Stress Management and Anxiety Reduction

  Ron Martin, Principal, Founder, Executive Coach, Ocean Park Strategic Advisors

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Health & Fitness

  In today's fast-paced world, stress and anxiety have become all too common, affecting entrepreneurs, leaders, and individuals from all walks of life. As a seasoned speaker and expert in stress management and anxiety reduction, I provide practical strategies and actionable insights to help individuals reclaim control over their mental well-being and unlock their full potential. MORE >

  My approach is rooted in empowering individuals to cultivate resilience and emotional intelligence, enabling them to navigate challenges with grace and confidence. By equipping them with effective tools and techniques, I empower them to tackle stressors head-on and build a solid foundation for lasting well-being.

  For entrepreneurs and leaders, the benefits of stress management and anxiety reduction are particularly profound. By learning to effectively manage stress and anxiety, they can optimize their performance, enhance decision-making, and foster a more positive and productive work environment. This not only boosts their own success but also has ripple effects throughout their teams and organizations.

  Moreover, reducing stress and anxiety is essential for maintaining overall health and well-being. Chronic stress has been linked to a host of health problems, including heart disease, obesity, and mental health disorders. By prioritizing stress management and anxiety reduction, individuals can safeguard their physical and mental health, leading to a happier, more fulfilling life.

  In essence, my approach to stress management and anxiety reduction is about empowering individuals to take control of their mental well-being and thrive in every aspect of their lives. By providing practical guidance and support, I help them build resilience, unlock their full potential, and create a life filled with purpose, passion, and vitality.

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  Stress – How to Minimize Its Impact on Your Health

  Scott Cabrera, DC, Clinic Director, Higgins Sports & Spinal Rehab, SC

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Health & Fitness

  With the demands of work and family combined with a lackluster economy, people need to know how to minimize the physical effects of stress. This engaging seminar presents simple and healthy ways to deal with stress.

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  Stories that Connect: Building Empathy Through Personal Narrative

  Leilani Garrett, Principal Storyteller / Founder, Be More Human

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

  In this 90-minute interactive experience, Leilani guides participants through the process of writing and sharing their personal stories. The result? Deeper trust, increased empathy, and real connection between colleagues who usually only talk in metrics. Ideal for leadership retreats, ERG activations, or culture-building experiences, this workshop makes space for brave reflection and meaningful dialogue—and leaves teams more human than they were before. MORE >

  This is more than a workshop—it’s a reset.

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  Stop Chasing Talent Away -The Ultimate K.P.I. to Be a Talent Magnet

  Dennis Mellen, Owner, Full Throttle Leadership

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

  Break free of the old leadership model and become a visionary servant leader. Inspire your team to perform at a level they never dreamed possible with the ultimate KPI (key performance indicator).

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  Start On The Road To Better Health!

  Scott Cabrera, DC, Clinic Director, Higgins Sports & Spinal Rehab, SC

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Health & Fitness

  Hit the ground running on your way to better health. This entertaining presentation will give you simple and valuable techniques designed for you to reach your optimal level of health.

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  Start Early, Start Smart: How to Choose a Motivating College Major

  Georgia Koch, Community Outreach Coordinator, Career Vision

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Educational

  Is it possible for students to identify potential college majors and career directions while still in high school? You bet! Students and parents will learn what they need to know before choosing a college, and how identifying a college major and career direction can build a student's motivation and confidence while reducing college expenses. MORE >

  Receive information and resources to guide your student and take the stress out of making these important decisions. This program is for parents and students of high school and college age.

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  Speaking with Confidence in any Situation

  Suzanne M. Bracken, Managing Director, Ludicrous Theatre Company

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Self-Improvement

  This lively presentation will address the causes of fear associated with speaking when we are not comfortable doing so. Learn how to make those butterflies in your stomach "fly in formation," so you can get your point across in a confident and effective manner.

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  Solutions to Climate Change

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

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Climate

  Here’s an opportunity to engage your audience in a fun way to learn more about the climate change issue, solutions, and the relative effectiveness of those solutions. As part of the exercise, we discuss various actions that can be taken. The audience is engaged to offer suggested solutions to slow climate change. MORE >

  Our trained facilitator will show the group how each suggested action(s) will impact climate change on a MIT/Sloan simulator that will model their proposed solution(s) instantly in “real-time”. This stimulates discussions as to why an action may or may not be as effective a course of action as expected. We’ll also share bipartisan actions that Congress is considering and evaluate what impact those actions have on climate change.

  Participants leave the discussion with new insights on how the problem should be addressed.

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  So You Think You Know A Lot About Babe Ruth? Let’s Find Out!

  Gary Livacari, Author and Baseball Historian

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Entertainment

  During the first half of the twentieth century, America experienced profound cultural changes. Many of those changes were the direct result of the life of one man: George Herman "Babe" Ruth (1895-1948). Author Gary Livacari is available to present a one-hour PowerPoint presentation covering the life and times of this original American sports icon. The discussion begins with Babe's early life as a neglected "incorrigible" orphan cruelly dispatched at age seven to St. Mary's Industrial School for Boys by a family that didn't seem to want him. It continues through his early adulthood, highlighting his marriage to Claire Hodgson Merritt who finally gave him the stable family life that he so desperately desired. Included are many highlights from his record-setting, historic career. MORE >

  No one better personified the extravagance and excesses of "Roaring Twenties" that the great Bambino. At the height of his fame, he was possibly the most recognized and celebrated person in the world. The presentation details some of the most memorable Babe Ruth stories and fables, all illustrated with rarely seen photos. It concludes with a fun "Babe Ruth trivia quiz," followed by a question and answer session.

  The discussion will have appeal to baseball fans of all ages, but will also appeal to those who are intrigued by one of the most beloved and enduring personalities in American history. From our perspective in the twenty-first century, it's hard for us to appreciate the impact this one man had on American sports and culture. His legacy continues even now, 77 years after his death. All this and many more topics will be examined in detail.

  The presentation can also be given remotely via Zoom.

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  Small Business Ownership

  Jennifer Davis, President & Co-Founder, Davisware, Inc.

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

  Owning your own business can be a challenge. Jennifer, a working mother, shares the fascinating story of her startup with sweat equity and personal growth along the way. Her personal account of what works and what doesn’t, and how to balance it all, is perfect for those in business or with an entrepreneurial spirit. MORE >

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