John A. Rubino, SHRM-SCP, CCP, CBP, GRP, WLCP, is founder and president of Rubino Consulting Services, a global human resources consulting company based in Pound Ridge, New York. His areas of expertise cover all areas of Human Resources program design. An internationally acclaimed speaker for SHRM and WorldatWork, John is the author of numerous human resources articles, and is frequently quoted in professional publications. He holds BA and MBA degrees, as well as a lifetime Achievement Award from WorldatWork. John works with a wide variety of organizations and his consulting practice takes him all around the world; in fact, he has visited one hundred and nine countries!

Mike Byam is the author of The WOW! Workplace, and fourth generation Managing Partner of Terryberry, an international firm that specializes in implementing, and managing employee recognition programs for organizations worldwide. He is a frequent presenter to business groups and HR professionals across the country and consults with organizations ranging from family owned businesses to Fortune 500 companies to help them develop effective recognition strategies. Mike enjoys challenging himself as an Ironman triathlete and multi-time marathoner. His experiences lend him a unique perspective on personal motivation and inspiration, and how they affect everyone in today’s fast-changing workplace.

Joe Urbanski believes an Undeniable Culture™ inspires its people to unleash their best selves, take home more wins and less stress to their families, and create incredible value for the company, its customers, and community. For more than two decades, he has worked with HR and training departments, consulting and coaching 750+ executives and leaders at 400+ global organizations, and facilitating 800+ kickass trainings, strategic retreats, and leadership programs for 480,000 people. Joe has a remarkable understanding of how to transform the workplace experience. Plus, you’ll have more fun and laughs than you’d expect.

After 10+ years studying mothers around the world and becoming one herself, Katherine launched The Mom Complex in order to develop better products and services to make the lives of mothers easier. Bound and determined to make an impact on the world, Katherine is seen as a trusted advisor by companies such as Walmart, Unilever, Johnson & Johnson, The Discovery Network, and Playskool. Her sought-after research and expertise has been featured by The Today Show, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Fast Company and she regularly writes about the topic of modern motherhood on her popular blog In All Honesty, as well as for The Huffington Post and Working Mother Magazine. When she’s not working, you can find her on the tennis court, in a yoga studio or meditating first thing in the morning before the house wakes up and turns to complete chaos.

The Houston Chronicle calls Robin Ryan “America’s top career expert.” Robin has offered advice on “Oprah,” “Dr Phil,” "CNN,"  "NBC Nightly News" and more than 1,500 other TV & radio shows. This popular speaker and bestselling author motivates people to enhance their skills, land new jobs, improve their professional lives and succeed in today’s workplace.
 
Robin’s high-energy speaking style, coupled with her informative and engaging message, has had her in front of over 1,200 audiences. She’s been a keynote speaker at numerous national and regional conferences, and is often in front of employee groups, association members, or seen on college campuses talking to alumni and students.
 
Robin Ryan is the best-selling author of seven books including:
Over 40 & You’re Hired!
60 Seconds & You’re Hired!
Winning Resumes
Winning Cover Letters
What to Do with the Rest of Your Life
Soaring on Your Strengths
What to Do with the Rest of Your Life
 
A licensed vocational counselor, Robin Ryan holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling and Education from Suffolk University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from Boston College. She is the former Director of Counseling Services at the University of Washington.

Alan Fine is considered the pioneer of the modern-day coaching movement and is the co-creator of the widely recognized GROW® Model. Alan is a New York Times Bestselling Author, international performance expert, and well-respected business executive and professional athlete coach. He has dedicated the past 35 years to helping people elevate their performance and unlock potential. From the golf course to the boardroom, Alan has worked with many respected athletes and organizations.

Marjorie Brody is one of the most sought-after speakers and executive coaches in America. Marjorie provides a hardcore reality check for all working professionals, helping them communicate like leaders.

With enough degrees, honors, awards, certifications, and rave reviews to fill a bookcase, Marjorie has become the go-to “sage” for organizations and leaders looking for what it truly takes to succeed in a highly competitive business world.

She is certified by the International Coach Federation as a Professional Certified Coach (PCC). As an internationally recognized speaker, Marjorie also earned the designation of CSP – Certified Speaking Professional, designated by the National Speakers Association (NSA). She was also inducted into NSA’s Council of Peers Award for Excellence (CPAE) Speaker Hall of Fame.

Marjorie has been described as experienced, wise, irreverent, remarkably insightful, honest, and classy. She delves into the vital characteristics, behaviors and strategies that lead to career success. Her message is real, relatable and actionable.

Through repeat business and referrals, Marjorie has built up an impressive client roster of Fortune 100 and 500 companies.

Marjorie’s content-rich presentations and keynotes all delve into the vital characteristics, behaviors and strategies that lead to personal and professional-growth and are centered around accountability … yours and others.

Rena Suhwail is a Human Resources Generalist at Asurint, which is located in Downtown Cleveland, OH. In 2013, she graduated from Cleveland State University, with her undergraduate degree in Business Management and Labor Relations, with a concentration in Human Resources. She began her career at Asurint in 2012 as a Human Resources Intern; she quickly blended into the culture of Asurint, learned basic HR practices and took on many projects.

Over the years, she has developed into a dedicated, experienced, and passionate HR professional with a strong grasp of all areas of Human Resources including but not limited to employment laws, employee relations, performance management, progressive initiatives, and HRIS systems.

In addition, she has a proven record of working as a strategic business partner to effectively integrate HR processes with the needs of the business. Demonstrated competencies in building organizational capability, talent acquisition and retention, inclusion, and lean management initiatives. She continues to successfully introduce policy improvements, develop initiatives to drive corporate goal attainment, and create comprehensive programs to improve profitability. Rena has brought her knowledge and contagious personality to Asurint which is present in everything that she produces.