Dr. Susan Hayer

CEO, Values Matter in Organizations

The Culture Heartbeat: How Values Build Strong Leaders and Stronger Businesses

At the core of every thriving organization lies its culture—and at the core of culture lies values. In this keynote, Dr. Susan Hayer explores how clearly defined and consistently lived values act as the “heartbeat” of an organization, fueling stronger leadership, deeper employee engagement, and sustained business success.

This session will leave leaders equipped to:

• Understand the direct link between values, leadership effectiveness, and organizational performance.

• Strengthen culture by translating values into daily actions and decision-making.

• Lead authentically in ways that attract and retain top talent while driving long-term growth.

Eddi Trevizo

CXO, ChangeSync

TRANSFORM: A Framework for Future-Ready Change Leadership

In today’s rapidly evolving world, leaders are expected to do more than manage change—they must transform themselves and their organizations to stay future-ready. In this keynote, Eddi Trevizo introduces TRANSFORM, a practical and forward-looking framework designed to help leaders navigate complexity, inspire resilience, and drive sustainable results.

With years of experience guiding organizations through large-scale transformations, Eddi will unpack the essential mindsets and capabilities that leaders need to thrive in the face of constant disruption. Attendees will leave with both inspiration and actionable tools to strengthen their leadership in times of change.

This session will equip leaders to:

• Apply the TRANSFORM framework to lead confidently in uncertain environments.

• Cultivate adaptability, resilience, and trust as leadership cornerstones.

• Balance human connection with technological innovation in driving change.

• Move beyond reacting to change and begin shaping it with intention.

Lauren Fitzpatrick

CEO, KeepWOL

Beneath the Surface: Unlocking Human Connection Through Game-Centric Insight

Many professionals operate in systems that reward output while ignoring the inner lives that power it. What often goes unspoken (personal values, stressors, cultural norms, invisible labor), deeply shapes how we lead, collaborate, and perform. These “beneath the surface” dynamics are rarely addressed in traditional leadership or inclusion and belonging efforts, but they hold the key to meaningful connection and lasting impact.

Outcome:

Through a structured, game-based Think Tank experience, attendees will engage in guided dialogue that illuminates their own internal drivers and relational tendencies—while also learning from others across industries and identities.

Using KeepWOL’s AI platform:

Participants will leave not only with fresh insights, but also with real-time data on team dynamics and psychological safety, showing how consistent connection-building practices can be measured and sustained at scale.

Brandon Wilson & Mary Patino

Brandon Wilson, CEO, Steadynamic & Mary Patino, former Executive Director at CVS Health and Founder of GuideAI Advisors

Beyond the Hype: AI and Human-Centered Design as a Change Framework

Artificial intelligence is transforming the workplace—but its true power emerges when paired with human-centered design. In this keynote, Brandon Wilson and Mary Patino cut through the noise to explore how organizations can harness AI responsibly and meaningfully while keeping people at the center of innovation.

Mary will share real-world insights from her time leading digital transformation at CVS Health, illustrating how AI and design thinking can improve both employee and customer experiences at scale. Brandon will draw from his work with clients across industries, showcasing how organizations can use AI-driven solutions to elevate culture, collaboration, and customer journeys.

This session will help leaders:

• Understand the real opportunities—and risks—of AI beyond the headlines.

• Apply human-centered design principles to guide AI adoption.

• Foster trust, transparency, and inclusion in AI-driven change.

• Build workplaces where technology amplifies, rather than replaces, human potential.

Marcel Johnson

Renowned Speaker, Coach, and Strategist

Culture, Connection, and Courage: Leading the Future Together

As the world of work continues to evolve, one truth remains constant: leadership is about people. In this closing keynote, Marcel Johnson will inspire attendees to embrace culture, foster authentic connection, and lead with courage as they shape the future together.

With his signature energy and storytelling, Marcel will challenge leaders to think differently about their role in driving positive change. He’ll highlight the importance of creating cultures where people feel seen, valued, and empowered—while also encouraging leaders to step into the uncertainty of the future with boldness and heart.

This uplifting session will leave attendees with:

• A renewed perspective on the power of culture in uniting teams.

• Practical ways to build deeper human connection in an increasingly digital world.

• Inspiration to lead with courage, even amid rapid change and disruption.

• A call to action to carry forward the conference insights into meaningful impact.