2024 EDUCATIONAL
SUMMIT
Speakers
We're thrilled to have a panel of industry experts who will discuss topics to Navigate Your Development, both personally and professionally through tools, trends and transformation.​​
Speaking On Trends: Opening Keynote
Mike Dominguez
"Opening Keynote"
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Michael Dominguez serves as the President & CEO for Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI). ALHI is the largest Global Sales Organization with a team of nearly 80 professionals located among 26 offices across North America and Europe. Prior to joining ALHI, Michael served in executive sales leadership roles with MGM Resorts International as Chief Sales Officer and many brand and independent branded companies.
Michael is an-award winning hospitality industry veteran. He has received multiple honors for his leadership and influence and has been recognized as a change agent by his peers. He’s also been a speaker with Fortune 100 Companies on topics ranging from disruption to the economy and a passion around Leadership and was an invited speaker at SXSW in 2018.
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Speaking On Tools: Breakouts
Sarah Reuter
"Using The Senses To Turn Events Into Experiences"
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Sarah Reuter is a transformative force in the Event + Hospitality Industry, dedicated to empowering professionals to thrive beyond the spotlight. Since 2015, she's been on a mission to redefine success and foster holistic well-being amidst the stress of event management. With a journey marked by resilience and liberation, Sarah draws from her own experiences to guide others through the challenges of their profession. From her early days navigating toxic love to her triumphs as an Entrepreneur and Founder of ELEVATE TRAVEL CO., Sarah's story resonates with authenticity and purpose.
Robbie Sawyer & Sam Stanton
"Artificial Intelligence (AI)"
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Robbie Sawyer is the juggling Chief Relationship Officer at redbutton.ai, SKUNKworks.ai, and boggler.ai. With 30 years in the hospitality industry, he's driven by a passion for blending tech, sales, and marketing innovations. Robbie is a master at forging strategic relationships and uncovering new tools that streamline and invigorate every level of professional life. Join him to explore innovative ways to propel your business into the future. His insights ignite the kind of creative thinking that leads to real and transformative change.
Sam Stanton is a visionary leader and innovator committed to keeping major brands at the forefront of their industries. As the founder of redbutton.ai, SKUNKworks.ai, boggler.ai, and THINKERS Society, Sam brings over 35 years of experience in helping brands elevate their customer experiences and engagement while empowering professionals. Known for his expertise in creative thinking, technology, and innovation, Sam consistently remains at the bleeding edge, leading advancements in tech, science, and transformative experiences.
Jenn Cassetta
"Vision Boarding Using Canva"
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Jenn Cassetta is a powerhouse keynote speaker sought after by leading global brands to ignite and empower their teams. With an impressive client roster including Apple, Nike, and Visa, Jenn draws upon her expertise as a 3rd degree black belt, health coach, and high-performance coach to craft transformative programs that empower individuals to embrace their inner Chief Badassery Officer. She’s been featured on top media outlets such as Good Morning America, The Doctors, Rachael Ray, and she even taught self-defense to Carrie Fisher on the Today Show. Jenn's book, "The Art of Badassery: Unleash Your Mojo With Wisdom of the Dojo," and her podcast of the same name, serve as inspiration for people on a mission to elevate their mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.
Speaking On Transformation: Closing Session
Shelley Brown
"The Belonging Equation"
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Shelley Brown is on a mission to help organizations create their greatest culture. As an award- winning international speaker, pop artist, and certified mindfulness educator, Shelley works tirelessly to champion cultural cohesion. As a Belongingologist, she is dedicated to the study of connection and inclusion through embracing our own authenticity and each other’s.
In her more mainstream era, Shelley held corporate positions in hospitality, travel, and event tech as a regional and national director of sales for 17 years. She is a former member of the elite Les Clefs d’Or USA as well as a certified mindfulness educator.
She has inspired audiences around the world including Marriott Hotels, United Airlines, Allianz Partners US, Dallas Mavericks and Women Leading Travel and Hospitality. Shelley is the author of “Weird Girl Adventures” and is a 26-time marathoner and ultra-marathoner.
Dr. Erika Michalski
"A Practical Map To Building Satisfaction"
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Dr. Erika Michalski (she/her) is an aggressive optimist and fierce authenticity advocate with a robust history of providing high-energy, engaging keynotes, and workshops designed to empower participants and cultivate new ideas about professional development. Recognized internationally as a certified Master Performance Consultant, she is passionate about creating environments where individuals feel equipped to tackle new challenges as they move forward in personal and professional endeavors. After a successful career leading high-performing teams across multiple sectors in the Midwest, she took her passion for pouring into others and founded Strategically Authentic, a consulting company dedicated to helping individuals and teams leverage who they are to get where they want to be. She chooses to frame her work in the most current information around neuroscience, emotional intelligence, positive psychology, employee engagement, human evolution, and just a hint of behavioral economy … in other words, there’s a little something for everyone when Dr. Erika gets involved! You can learn more about her and her work by visiting: www.stratauth.com
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