Event Type : Speaker Series

This presentation explores the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their critical role in shaping responsible business strategies for a sustainable future.

Speaker Bio: Akeel Bernard

As an Agent of Change, my superpower lies in unlocking the full potential of individuals and organizations, helping them not only reach but exceed their goals while magnifying their impact. My career is a blend of transformational coaching, community engagement, and social good where I specialize in guiding, impact driven; Leaders, Executives, Entrepreneurs & Organizations through intricate challenges, expansive growth, and decisive moments.

Driven by a profound understanding of community dynamics, leadership development, and results-oriented problem-solving, I leverage these insights to create powerful, transformative experiences. My approach is dedicated to fostering environments where both personal and professional growth can thrive, ultimately empowering others to achieve their aspirations and elevate their influence.

In today’s fast-paced world, small businesses need to adapt quickly to stay competitive. This session explores practical strategies for leveraging technology without breaking the bank. Jasmine Easter will share tools, tips, and tricks to help you streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enhance customer experiences—all on a budget.

Speaker Bio: Jasmine Easter

Jasmine is a seasoned marketing and sales operations strategist with over 20 years of experience delivering technology solutions that drive efficiency and measurable growth. As the Founder and CEO of The Revital Group, Jasmine focuses on implementing technology strategies that streamline operations, optimize data management, and ensure scalability for businesses of all sizes.

Her expertise spans a wide range of industries, from supporting entrepreneurs to working with Fortune 50 organizations. Jasmine has consistently implemented scalable, data-driven strategies that improve performance and deliver ROI. Known for reducing inefficiencies by as much as 66% and increasing user adoption of critical tools, she has a proven track record of aligning marketing and sales operations to achieve sustainable results.

Whether working with startups or global enterprises, Jasmine leverages her deep knowledge of technology and operational strategy to create solutions that drive growth and improve bottom-line performance.

Stand out by going local! This session dives into hyper-localized marketing techniques that resonate with your community. Melissa Covarrubias will walk you through creative ways to target specific neighborhoods, collaborate with local partners, and craft campaigns that build authentic connections with your audience.

Bio: 

Melissa Covarrubias is a Senior Digital Marketing Leader with an MBA and 10+ years of driving digital transformation and revenue growth. She is an expert in omni-channel marketing strategies, data analysis, and digital innovation.

This presentation will explore how aligning employee roles with their strengths and values fosters a positive work atmosphere and how embedding shared values and beliefs into everyday practices can improve employee retention and create a thriving organizational environment for all.

3 Powerful Key Takeaways for Participants:

1. How to Create Job Alignment that Fuels Employee Engagement
2. How to Create a Workplace Climate that Shapes Daily Employee Experiences
3. How to Create a Culture that Works Like Glue to Maintain Unity

Speaker Bio:

Dr. Natasha J. Tennison is a seasoned Organizational Psychology Consultant, NLP Practitioner, Certified Life and Career Coach, and Christian Counselor. She specializes in helping small—to medium-sized businesses enhance leadership effectiveness, improve employee behavior, and cultivate emotionally intelligent organizations.