Virtual Women Lead Change Quad Cities Conference

7:00 a.m.

Registration & Continental Breakfast

8:00 a.m.

Opening Remarks

8:15 - 9:00 a.m.

Keynote from Sarah Stevens

Lead Naked: Strip the Armor. Step Into Your Personal Power.

9:00 a.m.

Break/Exhibits

9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

Keynote from Dr. Steve Robbins

Your Brain is Good at Inclusion… Except When It’s Not

A compelling, neuroscience-grounded case for why addressing inclusion and diversity is not an option, but an organizational imperative for excelling in a dynamic, 21st-century world. Listeners will walk away with a greater motivation to engage the work of inclusion and diversity, a better understanding of what that work looks like, and how such work will enhance individual and organizational performance.

10:15 a.m.

Break/Exhibits

10:45 - 11:45 a.m.

Keynote from Carla Harris

12:00 – 12:45 p.m.

Lunch

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Workshop with Lauri Freking

It's Not About You: Managing Your Fear of Public Speaking

2:00 p.m.

Break/Exhibits

2:15 - 3:15 p.m.

Keynote from Michelle Poler

Fear Less, Do More

A talk that will change your perception of fear and inspire you to take action. Michelle’s humorous, refreshing and inspiring speaking style will show you how to challenge your comfort zone to tap into your full potential. In this fun and energizing session, you will learn about:

• Dealing with the unknown
• Seeking growth over safety
• Embracing authenticity
• Daring to fail
• Leading with accountability
• Redefining fear, from obstacle to opportunity

3:15 p.m.

Closing Remarks