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  • Breaking Free from an Overcrowded Mind

    Gretchen Hydo, Master Certified Coach, Gretchen Hydo International

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

    Today more than ever, professionals suffer from an overcrowded mind and struggle to focus on the present. This impacts their ability to be productive, satisfied, and on point. The feeling of overwhelm and being pulled in too many directions has become a way of life. The objective of this talk is to help participants discover why their mind is overcrowded while giving them tools to regain control of it so that they can be more efficient and present in the workplace and at home. MORE >

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  • From Concept to Cosmos: A Journey through Project Management Principles and NASA’s Best Practices

    David Lehman, Project Manager, Retired from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Educational

    In this presentation Mr. Lehman will summarize the basic principles of project management. This will be followed by a summary of NASA’s process for managing space projects throughout the life cycle, including formulation which consists of Phase A (concept & technology development) and Phase B (preliminary design and technology completion phase), approval for implementation, and implementation which includes Phase C (final design & fabrication), Phase D (system assembly, integration & test, launch & checkout), and Phase E (operations and sustainment). He will address how NASA forms teams including the importance of key roles such as Project Manager, Project Systems Engineer (PSE), Safety & Mission Assurance Manager, and System Managers. He will then address the role of systems engineering in project management and the process of how PSEs mature their systems-level preliminary designs, and then address the expected maturity state of projects as they progress through the life cycle. Finally, Mr. Lehman will present three case studies in project management: the Deep Space 1 mission, the Mars Climate Orbiter failure lessons learned, and the last mission of the Space Shuttle Challenger. MORE >

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  • Active Listening, The Key to Successful Relationships

    Shara Prophet, C. Ht., The Mind Magic Coach, Open Door Hypnosis

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Self Improvement

    We live in an age where everyone has something to say and each of us hears something different. How often do we just listen? Active Listening is an art form that truly connects us with others. Learning the different ways, we take in and processes information enhances our Active Listening skills and helps us better receive and comprehend what is being said while holding space for another person as they share their thoughts and feelings. MORE >

    Honing and practicing Active Listening can improve your relationships across the board from family, spouse, and friends to associates, and colleagues.
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  • Dare Mighty Things – A Short History of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory

    David Lehman, Project Manager, Retired from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Educational

    The origins of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory date back to the 1930s, when Caltech professor Theodore von Kármán oversaw pioneering work in rocket propulsion. After unsuccessful and sometimes hazardous experiments, several of his graduate students were forced to move their work off campus. They chose the Arroyo Seco, a dry canyon wash north of the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California – and future home of JPL. This early work grew into a laboratory of over 4000 employees that has sent spacecraft to every planet in our solar system and two spacecraft now in interstellar space. MORE >

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  • Fearless Communication: How to Speak Up and Stand Your Ground

    Alex Ray, Coach Alex Ray

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Self Improvement

    Do you struggle to say what you really think or ask for what you want in your personal or professional relationships? Whether it’s with a partner, a colleague, or even a friend, standing up for yourself can feel risky. In this engaging and interactive talk, coach Alex Ray will teach you the secrets to confident communication—so you can stop second-guessing yourself, set boundaries without guilt, and handle conflict without shutting down or blowing up. You'll walk away with practical tools to express yourself clearly and powerfully while strengthening your relationships. MORE >

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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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  • Sales and Business Development – How do you grow your business from scratch

    Benjamin Schnau, Sales & Business Coach, Splunk & Nasdaq

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

    Benjamin's sales and business methodology to increase sales and customer satisfaction. Based on his profound knowledge in the film- and business world working as a sales and business developer for companies like Splunk and Nasdaq, he created the W-A-L-K Method™, a specialized method that identifies and develops personal attributes to unlock people's belief system plus giving them the necessary essential tools to thrive in life and any career desired. MORE >

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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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  • How to Read a Book

    Jose Angel Manaiza Jr, Mathematician, Malibu Education

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Educational

    Learn the 5 step process to read a book with 100% comprehension rate. A proven system taught in The White House and endorsed by 3 U.S. President. “Before taking my first Malibu A Plus Tutor Premier Speed Reading class, I was reading one book a month. Two hours into the first session my reading speed doubled from 308 to 687 words per minute with a 100% comprehension rate. It only took me 58 minutes to read an entire book from cover to cover, and I still remember what the book is all about. Thanks, José" - Vivian Sampson, Budget Analyst at USC MORE >

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  • Top 5 Trends To Watch In the Future of Business

    Cliff Beach, MBA, Author, Musician, VP of Digital & Operations, Side Hustle & Flow

    TOPIC CATEGORY: Business

    In my talk on "The Future of Business," I emphasize the power of product reviews, especially expert opinions, which are trusted even more than recommendations from friends and family. I stress the importance of user-generated content, like photos and videos, for community engagement. I predict a decline in influencer marketing as people seek authenticity. Additionally, I highlight the necessity of ongoing education and efficient work practices for staying competitive in the market. MORE >

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