Wednesday, August 6 | 2:00 PM
Alex Sheen
Because I said I would
Alex Sheen believes that every individual has the strength to become a person of their word. In this session, Alex shares his insights and actionable ways to become better at fulfilling commitments. He inspires others to become more accountable to their promises through compelling and real-life examples from the because I said I would movement.
Alex Sheen is the Founder of because I said I would, a social movement and nonprofit dedicated to bettering humanity through promises made and kept. Sparked by the loss of his father, Alex and his organization send “promise cards” to anyone anywhere in the world at no cost. Alex is someone who truly honors commitment. He once walked over 240 miles across the entire state of Ohio in 10 days to fulfill a promise. In just two years, because I said I would has sent over 9.81 million promise cards to over 153 different countries. The promises written on these cards have made headlines around the world. His charitable projects and awareness campaigns have been featured on ABC World News with Diane Sawyer, CNN, The Today Show, NPR, The Los Angeles Times and many other programs.
Thursday, August 7 | 8:15 AM
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Friday, August 8 | 8:00 AM
Kat Kibben
In today's fast-paced, ever-evolving work environment, leadership isn't just about driving outcomes—it's about guiding people through uncertainty, change, and growth. In this presentation, based on lessons from their book "This Was All an Accident", Kat Kibben will show you how the freeing and challenging experience of van life offers profound insights into leadership at every level. From navigating unplanned detours to finding balance in chaos, this session delves into real-world, actionable leadership principles that go beyond "doing" and instead focus on "being"—being present, adaptable, and empathetic as a teammate and people leader. Whether you're in the early stages of your career or a seasoned executive, the insights shared will challenge you to think differently about leadership, resilience, and how you lead with authenticity and compassion. Plus, you'll laugh every step of the way. Join Kat on this journey into the unknown, where leadership is about more than just strategy—it's about human connection and leading with heart.
Kat Kibben is an award-winning writer and renowned keynote speaker known for helping hiring teams write inclusive, unbiased job postings that help them hire the right person faster. They are a featured HR and recruiting expert, working with globally-known organizations like Zoom, Instacart, Zillow and more.
Friday, July 26 | 12:15 pm
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