LEAP Week 2017 Speaker Highlights

Sunday, July 23rd (All Times PDT)

Welcome (3:30 - 4:15 PM) Charlie Gallagher, LEAP Executive Director, and Dr Bill Dorfman, LEAP Founder kick off LEAP Week 2017 with a motivational lecture detailing what LEAP is all about and what to expect from the program. 

DiSC (8:30 - 9:30 PM) DiSC personality assessment is taught, where participants analyze their own personality profile and how to “DiSC” others, to effectively communicate and have positive interactions and relationships with others.  

Monday, July 24th  

Morning Motivational Speaker Chad Hymas - The Wall Street Journal calls Chad Hymas “One Of The 10 Most Inspirational People In The World!” On April 3, 2001, Chad was involved in a serious accident leaving him a quadriplegic. Chad’s dreams were not paralyzed that day, and he has become an inspirational motivational speaker.  

Core Values & Goals (9:30 - 10:45 AM) Why it is important to not only have goals, but goals aligned with your core values. Delivered by LEAP Week alumni.  

Time management (3:30 - 5:00 PM) Can we actually manage time? Or should we manage ourselves? Delivered by LEAP Week alumni.  

Networking (5:15 - 6:30 PM) It matters who you KNOW!  

Mastermind Groups (7:45 - 8:30 PM) A core group you meet with monthly to share best practice for your career, family, relationships, and otherwise!

Tuesday, July 25th  

Morning Motivational Speaker (8:15 - 9:15 AM) Andy Thibodeau - Andy was called “Mr. School Spirit” by his college’s magazine when they named him alumni of the year in 2014. This passion for leadership and school spirit started in middle school when Andy successfully ran for student council Vice President. From organizing dances in 8th grade, pep rallies in high school and orientation week in University, Andy’s enthusiasm for youth leadership led to his unique career of inspiring students and staff across the continent. Over two million people have seen him speak in all 10 Canadian provinces and 40 US states. Each year over 160 schools, conferences and charities are IMPACTED by his messages.  

Copy Genius (9:15 - 10:15 AM) It is better to copy genius than create mediocrity. Delivered by LEAP Week alumni.  

Nail the Job (11:15 - 12:00 PM) Dr Bill shares secrets to successful interviewing and on the job techniques.  

100 Year Lifestyle (4:30 - 5:30 PM) A healthy mind, body, and spirit are key for a happy and long life!  

Wednesday, July 26th  

Morning Motivational Speaker (8:15 - 9:30 AM) Forbes Riley - A highly sought after motivational speaker, Forbes is considered one of the most inspiring people on television through her roles as a highly sought-after spokesperson, success coach to celebrities and CEOs, motivational keynote speaker and recently named America’s Most Loved Health & Fitness innovator, Forbes has created a brand name for herself.  

Interviewing for Information (3:15 - 4:30 PM) Be interested, not interesting. Delivered by LEAP Week alumni.  

Brag Book (4:45 - 5:30 AM) Principle to get noticed and get a leg up on competition.  

Friday, July 28th  

Morning Motivational Speaker (9:00 - 10:00 AM) Jonathan Sprinkles - One of the most enthusiastic motivational speakers, Jonathan attends LEAP Week every year. Jonathan works with organizations that want to increase profits and productivity by leveraging the Power of Connection. He brings this expertise to the LEAP Week audience in an unforgettable way.  

Top Speeches / Biggest LEAPer Awards (6:30 - 9:30 PM)