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During this interactive session, participants will discover the benefits of integrating mindfulness practices into the workplace while gaining familiarity with fundamental Tai Chi movements. Some of these benefits include improved focus, increased resilience in the face of challenges, enhanced communication skills, better emotional management, and compassionate leadership. Emphasizing the importance of self-care and achieving a healthy work-life balance, the session offers an introduction to workplace mindfulness alongside hands-on learning of basic Tai Chi and Qigong exercises. These practices are designed to alleviate stress and foster overall well-being, whether practiced at work or home.

This session delves into the unique challenges faced by those who consistently operate at the pinnacle of their capabilities. The core theme revolves around the critical yet often overlooked necessity of mastering emotional regulation amidst the pressures of high achievement. Experienced life and relationship coach, Mikki Bey, will shed light on the intricate balance between maintaining peak performance and ensuring emotional well-being.

The purpose of this session is twofold: to provide high achievers with practical strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and the rollercoaster of emotions that accompany their pursuit of excellence, and to underscore the importance of emotional health as the foundation of sustained success. Through a blend of personal anecdotes, empirical evidence, and interactive exercises, attendees will learn how to harness emotional regulation as a tool not just for surviving but thriving in their personal and professional lives.

This presentation is designed to empower high achievers with the knowledge and skills to navigate their emotional landscapes more effectively, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling, balanced, and productive life.

In today’s dynamic security landscape strong leadership is essential to an organization’s success. A key piece of developing yourself as a strong leader is self-awareness and authenticity. Authenticity is a cornerstone of genuine communication, empathy and building the relationships needed to lead effectively. Authentic leaders inspire trust, foster positive work environments, drive employee engagement, and create meaningful impacts. This leadership development session aims to explore the tenants of authentic leadership, the session will enable the participants to reflect on their leadership experiences and will discuss with practical tools and strategies to enhance authenticity in our own leadership philosophies as well as how that aligns with our role as security leaders.

Imposter syndrome is fueled by self-doubt and the belief that the position we hold is one in which we are not qualified or deserving. Both men and women experience imposter syndrome, but the psychological phenomenon is prevalent among women working in male dominated industries where they may face additional challenges.

As a 20-plus career veteran in the security industry, Julaine has experienced imposter syndrome several times, from her initial introduction into the workforce to her role as an executive. Through research, mentoring, and personal experience, she has curated a toolkit for combatting imposter syndrome. This includes acknowledging and accepting self-doubt, disposing of the “fake it until you make it” mindset, building a positive support network, being on your own side, and challenging your own negative self-talk.

Embark on a profound exploration of nervous system health with Romay Nichols, a certified Somatic Breathwork Practitioner and Integrative Somatic Therapy coach. This presentation unveils the intricacies of how the body accumulates and holds onto stress, offering a powerful solution through the transformative art of breathwork.

Romay’s expertise is not just theoretical; it stems from her personal journey that included panic attacks and a near mental collapse due to chronic stress. This experience became a catalyst, propelling her to delve into the depths of nervous system health. Drawing from this firsthand knowledge and professional training, Romay guides attendees through the profound impact of stress on the nervous system through her own personal stories. Her immersive, relatable talk empowers professional women, providing insights and practical tools to understand, address, and actively manage stress for enhanced well-being.

The session culminates in a live Nervous System Reset Breathing practice, delivering tangible tools for integration into daily life. In navigating the challenges of the security industry, Romay Nichols invites you to join her on a transformative journey to offload stress, release accumulated pressure and access the calm that exists within.

In an industry where women are underrepresented, finding a support system of fellow females can pose challenges. Speaking from personal experience, I struggled to find resources or female mentors to turn to for guidance when initially entering the industry and necessarily found myself seeking guidance from the majority group in navigating the industry. Unfortunately, the desire to blend in and avoid drawing attention often results in unintentional neglect of uplifting fellow minority colleagues or industry members. And overtime the challenges of transitioning from education to the workplace, or between industries, tend to fade from memory.

It is essential for women in the security field to support and empower one another by actively engaging in recruiting, mentoring, training, and leadership roles. Through our actions, we hold the power to generate positive impacts, ranging from simple gestures like facilitating networking among female colleagues to dedicating time from busy schedules to mentor other women in the security industry. Join this session to hear about shared experiences and learn how we all can contribute to making a difference.

For the first time in history, five generations of people are in the workplace.  Due to differences in experience, communication, and motivators, creating a culture of collaboration and belonging can be challenging. 

In this interactive presentation, participants will learn about the different work and communication styles of Boomers to Gen Z, and the historical context that made them the way they are. Strategies presented to leverage multigenerational strengths and differences.  Simple and actional relationship building activities will be shared that create inclusive environments where all employees, regardless of age, will feel valued, respected, and seen.

Create a more culturally competent and inclusive multigenerational workplace through data, resource sharing, interactive activities, open dialogue, and a little bit of fun.

Building a strong brand is critical to success in any profession. You must excel at telling your story if you want to reach your professional goals. But, how do you let others know about your strengths, accomplishments and brand without coming across as arrogant? In this keynote presentation, Debby will guide attendees toward becoming more confident, graceful and authentic self-promoters who tell their stories powerfully.

You will learn to:

• Adopt an empowering mindset about telling your story.
• Determine the components of your personal brand.
• Leverage concrete tools to develop the key components of a masterful self-promotion story.
• Develop practical strategies for implementing the art of self-promotion in the context of your career path.

Join us for the 2024 Security LeadHER kick-off networking reception filled with refreshing drinks, heavy hor dourves, and ample opportunities for lively conversation and connections. Let’s come together to kick-start new relationships and enjoy an evening of fun and camaraderie!