Nicole is a Certified Hypnotherapist and Life Coach with a deep-seated passion for aiding individuals in realizing their dreams. Her journey from a stay-at-home mom to a successful entrepreneur exemplifies resilience and determination. With a foundation in Personal Training, Nicole transitioned her focus towards leveraging her unique coaching style and Hypnotherapy to facilitate personal transformations, guiding clients towards the next step in their lives.

Nicole's session is a deep dive into harnessing the profound capabilities of our minds to journey through healing. By intertwining personal anecdotes with actionable strategies, she aims to bolster resilience, instill hope, and reveal the inherent joy amidst adversity. This presentation is designed as a nurturing environment for attendees to explore the mind's transformative potential, marking a pivotal moment for self-discovery and empowerment.

From Nicole's insightful session, guests will glean an understanding of how to tap into their intrinsic mental strength to foster healing and resilience. Participants will learn the importance of embracing personal stories as a source of power, practical methods for building resilience, and strategies for cultivating hope. Furthermore, attendees will leave equipped with tools to uncover joy in challenging times, signifying a profound journey towards self-empowerment and emotional well-being.

Kimberly is a Registered Psychologist and Certified Dare to Lead™ facilitator. She teaches people how to live more authentic, fulfilling, and joy-filled lives through cultivating courage. More than a compassionate teacher, she walks her walk, and by publicly embracing her own imperfections, her practical advice has been widely recognized by multiple media outlets. 

Kimberly will help attendees understand why grief can be so painful at times. She'll walk guests through the six stages of grief and show them how to navigate each phase gracefully.

Whether attendees are stuck in their own grief or supporting a loved one through their journey, Kimberly's gentle, kind, and intentional guidance will offer advice on finding meaning in loss.

A victim of the infamous morning sickness medication, Thalidomide, Alvin was born without arms in 1960. By five days of age, his own family abandoned him leaving him in the hospital in the care of a social worker who was the only person who didn’t write him off. With over 2 million people reached across five continents, Law's journey from abandonment to becoming a Certified Speaking Professional, best-selling author, and hall of famer epitomizes resilience. His remarkable life, featuring notable achievements including an Emmy award, television roles, and significant charitable contributions, underscores his belief in the transformative power of attitude.

Alvin Law's session delves into the essence of facing life's adversities, grief, and everyday challenges with a decisive, positive attitude. By sharing his personal journey, Alvin inspires his audience to shift their focus from what's lacking to what's possible, challenging them to remove labels that define or limit. His message is clear: we are all fundamentally alike, capable of leadership and accountability in our lives, unfettered by societal labels.

Attendees will leave Alvin's presentation equipped with insights on overcoming personal and collective labels, understanding the universality of human experience despite apparent diversities. They’ll learn the significance of accountability and leadership in personal growth, the power of a positive outlook in facing life’s trials, and the importance of rewriting self-limiting narratives. Through Alvin's story, guests are encouraged to embrace their potential, discard excuses, and lead lives defined by choices, not circumstances.

Jennifer brings a deeply rooted passion for yoga and meditation into her teachings. With an E 500 Hour certification, her approach is somatically driven, underscoring the intricate connection between mind and body. Jennifer’s sessions are designed to foster an intimate understanding of this relationship, guiding participants towards a harmonious balance.

Dive into a session of grounding chair yoga and breathwork with Jennifer Neilson. This journey encourages participants to connect with their grieving body's immediate needs through mindful movement and breath. Jennifer's guided techniques aim to calm and center both body and mind, enhancing present-moment awareness—one breath, one movement at a time.

Participants will learn to attune to their body's signals and needs, mastering techniques to nurture and respect their physical selves. Jennifer's session will equip them with calming breathwork strategies to manage stress and foster mindfulness. The focus on somatic awareness will enhance participants' understanding of the body-mind connection, promoting overall well-being.

Alanna Knobben is the founder of Carry You With Me, created from the seed planted deeply after the loss of her precious son Marshall James. Alanna is an international speaker, grief educator, mentor and author. She delivers education, experiences and meaningful mementos to help individuals connect with their story of love and loss in creative ways. Alanna is a member of the Global Pregnancy Loss and Infant Death Alliance’s (PLIDA) Education and Engagement Committees.  She continues her education and advocacy with various organizations across North America serving bereaved families and grieving hearts.  

In her session, Alanna Knobben guides attendees through a writing journey to confront grief, isolation, and the quest for grounding. It’s a deep dive into acknowledging personal loss while finding ways to re-anchor oneself in the aftermath of bereavement.

Attendees will emerge with insights on recognizing and embracing their grief, strategies to cope with loss, and ways to connect with their surroundings. Alanna provides tools for personal growth and healing, helping to cherish love that persists beyond loss.

Kristy Wolfe, a Common Language Digital Storytelling facilitator and trainer, specializes in helping values-based organizations craft impactful narratives. With a background spanning education, healthcare, and non-profits, Kristy prioritizes ethics and storyteller wellbeing in her engaging workshops and presentations.

Kristy's session delves into the power of digital storytelling to connect us through shared human experiences. Attendees will explore the process of crafting digital narratives, with a focus on using storytelling as a tool for processing grief. Through interactive activities and examples, participants will gain insights into the significance of identifying key moments and uncovering lessons within their stories.

Participants will gain an understanding of the essence and importance of digital storytelling, learning the step-by-step process of creating their own narratives. Kristy will guide attendees in recognizing significant moments within their stories and understanding the impact of sharing these stories digitally. Guests will leave empowered to harness the power of storytelling for personal expression and connection.

Marie Tower, a dedicated advocate for women's health, empowers individuals to overcome hormonal imbalances. Drawing from personal experiences and professional expertise, Marie guides clients towards holistic wellness, leveraging the transformative power of nutrition and hormonal balance to reclaim their lives.

Marie's session sheds light on the often-overlooked connection between hormonal balance, grief, and stress. For over a decade, she has been instrumental in helping clients navigate these challenges by emphasizing the crucial role hormones play in overall well-being. Participants will gain insights into reclaiming vitality and achieving holistic health through hormone balance.

Attendees will discover the profound impact of hormonal balance on their physical and emotional well-being, gaining practical strategies for alleviating symptoms associated with grief and stress. Marie's presentation offers a roadmap for optimizing health, empowering individuals to embrace vitality and live their best lives by prioritizing hormonal harmony.

Patti Walker, a compassionate nurse, dedicates herself to supporting families through the difficult journey of pregnancy and infant loss. With over 20 years of experience facilitating ParentCare, a pregnancy loss support group, Patti provides invaluable one-on-one support to families during and after their loss, drawing from her own personal experiences.

This session offers solace and guidance to those who have experienced the heartbreak of pregnancy, infant, or child loss. Patti's empathetic approach, rooted in her own journey through loss, serves as a beacon of hope for bereaved parents navigating grief. Participants will find comfort and understanding in Patti's compassionate presence.

Attendees will gain insights into coping with the unique challenges of pregnancy and infant loss, guided by Patti's wealth of experience and empathy. Patti's presentation provides practical strategies for navigating grief, fostering healing, and finding strength in the midst of profound loss, offering hope and support to those in need.