GearUp2Lead
Heroic Leader Conference
WHAT IS THIS EVENT ABOUT?
This event is going to inspire young teens to become leaders. The event will be held at The Whiting. There will be powerful speakers, who are willing to take their time to give motivational advice and encouragement to those in the community and also around the state. Come and enjoy the great experience!
Kellen Brandon
From Flint-Southwestern Academy to Tennessee State University. After experiencing tearing his Achilles tendon, he began writing at the University, and later went on to become a writer, publisher, and business owner.
Chris McDougall
Chris is an American author who created the book called " Born To Run" this book will become a film later in life. Mr. McDougall is a passionate runner who also enjoys taking a bite out of life and trying new things.
Schedule for the day
8:15 a.m. Check in begins at The Whiting
9:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Heroic Talks at The Whiting
11:00 a.m.-11:40 a.m. Breakout Session 1
11:40 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Lunch
1:10 p.m.-1:50 p.m. Breakout Session 2
2:10 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Heroic Talks at The Whiting
I WOULD LIKE TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT!
$40 Students that attend school $50 for Adults
Russell Jones
Dr. Jones is a Professor of Psychology at Virginia Tech University and a Clinical Psychologist. His research concerns the topic of childhood stress and coping. Coping with common stressful life events as well as a major traumas.
Angela Swantek
Angela Swantek used her courage and her resiliency to help her expose a prominent cancer doctor in the Detroit area that was making millions off of insurance companies by misdiagnosing and mistreating patients. Angela will tell you she is not a hero but rather just doing her job, we say she is a hero!
Dave Simancek
Dave is the founder of The Power of 100. Dave's talk focuses on how the group was created and what best practices he and his students have initiated to affect the positive change necessary to reduce the amount of bullying occurring at the school along with increasing the amount of support students give each other when bullying does occur.
Dr. Mary Tyszkiewicz
Mary is an intelligent women who speaks on heroic improvisation. the fluid cycle was actually discovered through Ms. Tyszkiewicz.
Travis Thomas
Travis Thomas is the creator of Live Yes, And- helping individuals and teams achieve their full authentic purpose and potential by developing a collaborative mindset.
Dr. Bobby Mukkamala
Dr. Bobby Mukkamala is a scholarship and an endowment found for the Community Foundation. Dr.Bobby Mukkamala supports the Flint area. He serves on the board of directors of the Crim Fitness Foundation. The Crim Fitness Foundation believes physical fitness as a community and family value.
Charlie Batch
Charlie Batch is a NFL quarterback, community advocate, author, media personality and professional speaker who takes his "Expect your best" message to audience across the country and Fortune 500 companies. Charlie was drafted by the Detroit Lions, and is a powerful speaker who has touched the lives of many urban teens.
Charlie Batch Leads the Pittsburgh Steelers to victory over the Baltimore Ravens
Event Information
GearUp2Lead Conference
When?
Friday, Oct 2, 2015, 09:00 AM
Where?
The Whiting, East Kearsley Street, Flint, MI, United States
GEAR UP 2 LEAD WEBSITE
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