Neurolinguistic programming experts address the core of leadership
Toronto – 30 August 2011 – On Saturday, September 17, at the HOPE Symposium, professionals and entrepreneurs will address one of the key issues in leadership: as a leader, should you be more focused on hope or on truth? No one will suggest that leaders can avoid hard truths: some of our speakers will suggest that a focus on truth that excludes hope does not serve either organizations or individuals. All of our speakers will focus on how business leaders can develop ethical, effective influence.
The day will begin with a keynote address, “Scientists and Salespeople” by Mike Murray. Murray is a partner in both MAD Security and the Hacker Academy and a well-known speaker on the internet security circuit. He takes theories and descriptions of human behaviour and applies them to the issue of keeping data safe for organizations and individuals. He has a gift for noticing the incongruities that provide new ways to get desirable results.
The business panel will feature experts with a range of experience and points of view. Jude Fairweather will be talking about Aviva’s Community Fund as a marketing initiative that is “all about hope.” Kerry Owen of vivid connections will be talking about leading brands and how they communicate. And Debra Gould, “The Staging Diva,” will help participants navigate “the waters between hope and truth” as they pursue entrepreneurship. Chris Umiastowski will talk about the balance of truth or hope in his role as a technology analyst. Ron Vereggen is a business coach dedicated to helping clients achieve their desired income doing work they love. And James Perly is an energetic speaker and entrepreneur with an always surprising message.
Business people will also add their voices to the other panels. Mike Verhey will consider the way that mindfulness can facilitate wellness, within and outside organizations. Leslie Willet Black, an international business and spiritual consultant, will add her voice to the Personal Vision panel. Leslie encourages people to lead from truth for more satisfying work/life balance.
The HOPE Symposium runs Saturday, September 17 from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm in Room 119 at Emmanuel College (St. Charles and Avenue Road, at the Museum subway stop). Registration at the door is $80 (includes HST), and discounts are available for early registrations. Details are available by calling NLP Canada Training at 416-928-2394 or by visiting the HOPE Symposium website at www.hopesymposium.com.
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