Join your fellow attendees in one of five rooms each with a topic and facilitated by a subject matter expert. When you register, you select the topic that interests you the most.

1. Book Discussion: Dare to Lead by Brené Brown
   This session will focus on the key takeaways from the book and some interactive learnings about how daring leadership is the key to a more connected and collaborative workplace. You’ll get more out of this conversation if you’ve read the book, but it isn’t necessary. Facilitated by Kris McRea of McRea Consulting & Coaching, who was trained to facilitate the leadership skill sets by Brené Brown. Co-host is Lauren Kelly (National Multiple Sclerosis Society)
2. Jumpstarting Your Career
   If you’re ready to take the next step, tune in for tips on preparing for a promotion or pivoting into your dream job.
   Facilitated by Kathy Parks, certified career and leadership coach with co-host Ryan Hicks (Cascade Public Media KCTS 9)
3. Yawn O’Clock
   If it’s too early for a serious discussion, join this group for casual conversation and networking.
   Led by Julia Curns-Welch (Seattle Opera) with co-host Holly Hoag (KUOW 94.9 Public Radio)
4. Book Discussion: Four Thousand Weeks – Time management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman
    We’ll explore the concept of time management from a different perspective. Anyone tired of the “efficiency trap” is welcome to join!
   Led by Thomasina Tafur, doctoral student (PhD program in ‘Global Leadership and Change’ at Pepperdine University) with co-host Christa Countryman (Western Washington University, Director of Corporate Relations)
5.  Work Life Balance
   Has your company shifted from a remote to a hybrid model of working?  If you’re being asked to spend more days in the office and less working from home, join to discuss how to navigate this change with charm.
   Led by CEO of major nonprofit with co-host Jennifer Fischer (Overlake Medical Center & Clinics, Special Events & Corporate Relations Officer)