Sunday, July 12
3:30 pm-5:00 pm
Opening Keynote: John Register
Paralympic Silver Medalist, Desert Storm Veteran & Founder of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Military Sport Program
John Register is a force of nature, and a recent Hall of Fame Speaker recognized by the National Speakers Association. He is renowned for his expertise in helping companies embrace change. John doesn’t just tell a story—he ignites a fire in the hearts of his audience. You’re not just getting a keynote speaker; you will experience a catalyst for change who will challenge you to think bigger, push harder, and transform their setbacks into powerful comebacks.
His "Amputate to Elevate" model, praised by leadership teams like Vail Resorts, Socure, Coca-Cola, and Deloitte, provides actionable insights tailored to each business's unique needs. John's engaging storytelling and ability to weave his journey into growth-focused agendas leave leaders with practical strategies they can implement immediately. He deeply connects to business needs, ensuring his message aligns with organizational goals. Attendees leave inspired and equipped to drive growth.
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Tuesday, July 14
8:00 am-9:15 am
Closing Keynote: Col. Nicole Malachowski, USAF (Ret.)
First Woman Thunderbird Pilot, Combat Veteran, Fighter Squadron
Col. Nicole Malachowski, USAF (Ret.) defies stereotypes. Yes, she was a jet fighter pilot, but if you think you know her based on that, you’d be wrong. A leader, a combat veteran, the first woman pilot on the Thunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron, a White House Fellow, and an inductee into both the National Women’s Hall of Fame and the Women in Aviation International Pioneer Hall of Fame – she even has a Star Trek Federation starship named after her, the USS Malachowski (NCC-1619). Nicole’s distinguished 21-year Air Force career exceeded her wildest dreams. But the dream came to an end when a devastating tick-borne illness left her struggling greatly to speak or walk for almost nine months. An indomitable spirit, Nicole fought back against overwhelming odds and prevailed. Drawing on stories from her career and personal life, Nicole inspires audiences to rethink the challenges they face every day. She urges them to go beyond resilience and become resurgent. Nicole’s message empowers people with three key beliefs: failure and risk is the price of entry for achieving something great; sometimes you need to yield to overcome; and her personal mantra – “Nobody wants to lead a scripted life.”
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