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  What Is the Best Fitness Program?

  Don Walker, MBA, CEO, GymRamp

  What Is the Best Fitness Program?
  In this uplifting and eye-opening presentation, Don Walker challenges one of the biggest myths in the fitness world — the idea that there is one perfect workout program that guarantees success. With humor, clarity, and over four decades of experience, Don walks audiences through the incredible variety of exercises, training methods, and workout structures available today. From strength training to cardio, circuits to yoga, heavy lifting to low-impact movement, the options are endless… and that’s exactly the point. MORE >

  As Don reveals, the true secret to long-term fitness isn’t finding the “right” program — it’s finding the one you truly enjoy. When you love your workout, you show up. When you show up, you stay consistent. And when you stay consistent, the results take care of themselves.

  This inspiring message frees people from confusion, guilt, and pressure. Attendees walk away empowered with a new perspective:
  The best workout isn’t the one someone else recommends — it’s the one that makes you feel alive, confident, and excited to move.
  By embracing joy over perfection, everyone can create a fitness journey that lasts a lifetime.

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  Build a High-Performing Membership Sales System

  Don Walker, MBA, CEO, GymRamp

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Health & Fitness

  In this electrifying and deeply practical presentation, Don Walker reveals the real reason most fitness and wellness businesses struggle to grow: inconsistent execution of the membership sales process. With over 40 years of frontline industry experience — and the cutting-edge technology behind GymRamp’s adaptive sales training platform — Don shows owners, managers, and franchise operators how to transform an unpredictable sales operation into a reliable, high-performing, revenue-producing machine. MORE >

  Attendees will discover the essential components of a winning membership sales system: powerful greetings, guided tours that create emotional connection, prescriptive selling that aligns memberships with personal goals, and confident closing strategies that feel natural, professional, and pressure-free. Don also demonstrates how AI and performance technology finally allow fitness businesses to standardize staff behavior, track skill gaps, and coach teams with precision.

  Whether you’re a single-location studio or a national franchise, this presentation will give you the tools and clarity to build a membership sales process that delivers the same high-quality experience every time — from every staff member. You’ll leave energized, empowered, and ready to elevate your sales performance to a level you’ve never achieved before.

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  How to Build a Profitable, System-Driven Fitness Facility

  Don Walker, MBA, CEO, GymRamp

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

  In this dynamic and practical presentation, Don Walker reveals the proven framework for transforming any fitness facility into a profitable, efficient, and scalable operation. Drawing from 40 years of leadership experience — including owning three gyms, designing national sales systems, and now building the GymRamp Adaptive Learning & Sales Performance Platform — Don teaches audiences how to create a truly system-driven business where staff performance, member experience, and revenue growth become predictable and measurable. MORE >

  This talk breaks down the essential systems every gym must have: a recruitment and hiring system that attracts the right staff, a standardized sales process that creates consistent conversions, an onboarding and training structure that ensures staff mastery, and retention systems that keep members engaged for the long term. Don also highlights the role of technology, automation, and psychology-based selling in creating a facility that runs smoothly without daily firefighting.

  Attendees leave with a clear blueprint for building a gym that is operationally strong, financially stable, and capable of growing year after year — not because of luck, but because of systems strategically designed for success. This presentation is ideal for gym owners, managers, franchisors, and leaders looking to elevate both performance and profitability.

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  How to Standardize and Scale Your Membership Sales Across Multiple Locations

  Don Walker, MBA, CEO, GymRamp

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

  In this high-impact presentation, Don Walker explains the essential strategies for creating a unified, scalable, and consistent membership sales system across every location in a fitness organization. Drawing from decades of experience building sales processes for national fitness brands — and now through his work with GymRamp’s adaptive training and diagnostic platform — Don demonstrates why the biggest performance gap in most organizations is inconsistency. MORE >

  This talk teaches owners, directors, and franchisors how to implement a standardized sales process that every facility follows step-by-step, regardless of location, staffing differences, or market variables. Don breaks down the critical components of a unified sales system, including structured greetings, guided tours, prescriptive selling, price presentation, closing strategies, and long-term follow-up methods. He shows how standardizing these elements eliminates confusion, raises conversion rates, strengthens brand identity, and ensures predictable results across all clubs.

  Attendees also learn how to use technology, AI, and performance tracking to continuously monitor execution, hold teams accountable, and correct inconsistent behavior before it affects numbers.

  By the end, leaders will understand exactly how to scale their sales model across multiple locations with precision — creating an organization where every prospect receives the same high-quality experience, and every staff member sells the membership the right way every time.

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  Break the Cycle: Why We Repeat the Same Patterns—and How to Stop

  Melinar Sardar, M.A., CPLC, CEO / Founder, Heal with Zeal, LLC and Sardar Coaching and Training

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Educational

  “Break the Cycle: Why We Repeat the Same Patterns—and How to Stop” helps audiences understand how both the conscious and subconscious mind shape the habits, reactions, and relationship dynamics we find ourselves stuck in. Melina Sardar, M.A., CPLC, explains why certain emotional patterns feel so familiar, why we return to them even when they no longer serve us, and what it takes to create space for new choices. This talk guides participants to recognize their triggers, increase self-awareness, and develop healthier responses so they can step out of old cycles and into a more empowered way of living. MORE >

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  AHOY!, Hero Wanted – No Experience Needed – Will Train

  Brian Regalbuto, Division 5 Commander, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Entertainment

  Picture this: you’re on the edge of your seat, waves crashing, as I, Brian Regalbuto, a U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Division Commander, pull you into the heart of a high-stakes search-and-rescue mission on the high seas. No experience needed—just a thirst for adventure and a good laugh! MORE >

  Let me take you on a wild ride. I’m not your average speaker—I’m a current professional magician who pulls rabbits out of hats and has added saving lives to my repertoire. As a kid, I dreamed of joining the Coast Guard Academy, but open-heart surgery at age six (back when the heart-lung machine was still in FDA trials) dashed that plan. Undeterred, I found my calling as a volunteer with the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. For 20 years, I’ve helped save over 60 people from boating disasters, and I’m here to share that thrill with you. With magic, humor, and gripping visuals, I’ll bring one of my real-life rescue missions to life in a 20-minute talk that’ll leave your audience buzzing.

  Imagine your group roaring with laughter one moment and holding their breath the next as I weave sleight-of-hand magic into jaw-dropping stories of survival. No one’s ever seen a speaker blend card tricks with tales of heroism at sea, and that’s exactly why your event needs this. I’ve seen skeptical crowds turn into cheering fans, captivated by the unexpected twists of my journey from magician to lifesaver. Your attendees will walk away inspired, entertained, and talking about it for weeks.

  My calendar’s filling up faster than a lifeboat in a storm, so don’t wait! Click the “Request” button to secure your next available date. Let’s set sail together and make your event unforgettable. Act now—your audience is ready for a hero’s adventure!

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  From Overwhelm to Alignment: Finding Balance in a Busy Life

  Melinar Sardar, M.A., CPLC, CEO / Founder, Heal with Zeal, LLC and Sardar Coaching and Training

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Self Improvement

  "From Overwhelm to Alignment: Finding Balance in a Busy Life” is an empowering and insightful talk that helps audiences finally understand the true roots of their stress and overwhelm. Melina Sardar, M.A., CPLC, guides participants through the science of stress, how the nervous system responds to pressure, and why certain triggers keep repeating in daily life. She offers practical strategies for identifying personal stress patterns, calming emotional reactivity, and creating healthier internal boundaries. MORE >

  With a blend of psychology, emotional intelligence, and grounded self-awareness tools, Melina shows how to shift from constant “doing” into intentional, aligned “being.” This session helps people reconnect with clarity, restore balance, and build a lifestyle that supports their well-being without guilt, burnout, or losing themselves in the busyness of life.

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  Emotional Intelligence: The Superpower No One Taught Us

  Melinar Sardar, M.A., CPLC, CEO / Founder, Heal with Zeal, LLC and Sardar Coaching and Training

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Self Improvement

  "Emotional Intelligence: The Superpower No One Taught Us” is a powerful and practical talk that teaches audiences how to understand, regulate, and transform their emotional responses, especially during those overwhelming emotional hijack moments when the nervous system takes over. Melina Sardar, M.A., CPLC, breaks down the core components of emotional intelligence in a relatable, down-to-earth way while introducing her method, a simple yet profound process that helps individuals move from reactivity to clarity. MORE >

  Participants learn how emotions are formed, why certain triggers run deep, and how to shift from survival-mode reactions to grounded, intentional choices. This presentation empowers people to navigate stress, conflict, and relationships with greater calm, confidence, and self-awareness unlocking a superpower that profoundly improves every area of life.

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  Clarity = Prosperity / The Importance of Mindfulness around Money

  Kathleen Kroner, Spiritual Coach, The Prosperous Proprietor

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Financial

  Together we will explore the intersection of mindful awareness practices and personal finance. This will teach participants how to develop a more conscious and intentional relationship with money. The session would begin by introducing the concept of financial mindfulness—bringing non-judgmental awareness to spending habits, emotional triggers around money, and automatic financial behaviors. MORE >

  It would cover practical techniques like the "pause before purchase" practice, gratitude exercises for current resources, and methods to identify emotional spending patterns. The presentation would emphasize how stress and unconscious habits often drive poor financial decisions, while mindful awareness can create space for more aligned choices.

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  Easy Ways to Empower Yourself

  Kathleen Kroner, Spiritual Coach, The Prosperous Proprietor

  TOPIC CATEGORY: Self Improvement

  This presentation cuts through the noise with practical, proven strategies you can implement immediately—no lengthy programs, expensive coaches, or life overhauls required. You'll discover simple daily practices (15-30 minutes max) that bridge the gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it, helping you reclaim control over your decisions, finances, and relationships starting today. Learn how to build sustainable micro-habits with built-in accountability systems that work with your real life, not against it. Walk away with tangible tools that deliver visible results fast, plus learn how to connect to a judgment-free community that understands your journey. MORE >

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