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Every interaction leaves a narrative gap—the space between what is said and what is understood. Our brains instinctively fill that gap with assumptions, often shaped by bias, fear, or past experiences. In this keynote, I reveal how leaders, association professionals, and influencers can take control of this process, shaping the stories people tell themselves. Through the power of strategic storytelling, neuroscience, and communication mastery, you’ll learn how to build trust, drive action, and become the definitive source of truth in any situation.
Considered by many as the leading authority on leadership and influence, René Rodriguez is a best-selling author, leadership advisor, and transformational speaker coach. For the last 27 years, René has been researching and applying behavioral neuroscience to solve some of the toughest challenges in leadership and change. René helps us own our backstory to build the frame for not only our unique value propositions but also a beautiful picture of life. The result: greater influence, personal transformation, and immediate results in business and life by engaging with courage and grace.
Opening Keynote sponsored by:
We live in challenging times, and people look to their leaders for stability and guidance. While the core principles of leadership remain constant, leaders must evolve to meet today’s demands. To succeed, you must be a values-driven leader who can adapt quickly, think strategically, and build a culture that motivates and engages your team.
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Leave with practical strategies to lead with resilience, navigate change effectively, and create a lasting impact on their teams and organizations.
John Spence is recognized as one of the top business thought leaders and leadership development experts in the world and was named by the American Management Association as one of America’s Top 50 Leaders to Watch along with Sergey Brin and Larry Page of Google and Jeff Bezos of Amazon.
He has been a guest lecturer at more than 90 colleges and universities, including MIT, Stanford, Cornell, and the Wharton School of Business.
John has also been the owner or CEO of five companies and currently serves as a board member or adviser to several organizations. As a consultant and coach to organizations worldwide, from startups to the Fortune 10, John is dedicated to helping people and businesses be more successful by "Making the Very Complex... Awesomely Simple."
Closing Keynote sponsored by:
