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As principal coach and CEO of Build a Vibrant Culture^TM, Nicole Greer helps individuals, corporations, government, faith-based organizations and non-profits become the people they were created to be through fulfilling a mission, to work in teams, and exemplify VIBRANT Leadership^TM. Using transformational change leadership coaching & training programs, Nicole offers foundational tools and uncommon wisdom to Build a Vibrant Culture^TM. Nicole is a serious entrepreneur with experience in coaching, marketing, mastering first impressions, learning & development and sales. Nicole is a speaker, trainer, facilitator, executive and business coach. Visit www.vibrantculture.com to learn more.

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A “Jill-of-many-skills,” Bell’s career journey includes business operations, corporate training, higher education, and creative agency settings. Her career shifts are fueled by a passion to blend creative storytelling, project management skills, and problem solving to meet business goals while fostering an inclusive work environment. As a mentor, Bell promotes the “Graceful Leadership” approach in which self-awareness, effective communication, confidence, and empathy combine to help teams be their best. Her conference presentation topics encompass communication to advance project management, emotional intelligence to enhance facilitation, and professional brand building to advance career goals. With formal education from UNC-CH, WCU, and NCSU, Bell’s North Carolina background and passion for learning come together as a leader who knows every team is better when there is trust, respect, and fun.

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Josh has been creating learning solutions for corporations, government agencies, and
higher education institutions for thirty years. He is an expert in Learning and development and has applied his industry experience to the use of large language models and
other Generative AI frameworks for human performance. Josh is passionate about sharing his knowledge. He has a popular YouTube channel and weekly live show, Brainpower, where he teaches you how to use Generative AI step-by-step. He is a seasoned speaker who has presented at conferences such as ATD, TechKnowledge, DevLearn, Learning Solutions, NAB, and Adobe MAX. This year, he will be the keynote
speaker at ATD Houston’s Virtual Technology Conference and Learning DevCamp.

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A seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in customer support, management, leadership, learning & development, and scrum methodologies. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong commitment to driving organizational excellence through strategic CX initiatives, effective leadership, and continuous learning. I have successfully led cross-functional teams in delivering exceptional customer experiences and optimizing business processes. As a passionate advocate for employee growth and development, I have designed and implemented comprehensive learning programs to enhance team performance and drive business results. Additionally, my expertise in scrum methodologies has enabled me to streamline project management processes and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation. With a proven track record of success, I am dedicated to driving impactful change and delivering value to organizations across industries.

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Luke Goetting is a global keynote speaker and Future of Work expert who has electrified audiences at TEDx, DisruptHR, the AI & Agile Summit and hundreds of events around the world. As a sought-after voice at leadership events and management trainings, Luke specializes in helping organizations maximize employee engagement and productivity with an emphasis on
unlocking the potential of Gen Z and the emerging workforce. Luke is founder of the award-winning communications agency Puffingston Presentations in Austin, Texas, and has crafted high-impact presentations for industry giants like Dell, IBM, Lenovo and AMD. His expertise in developing engaging, interactive experiences has made him
a go-to resource for organizations looking to future-proof their workforce and foster a culture of
innovation. Prepare for a session that informs and entertains – Luke Goetting is here to revolutionize how
you think about the future of work!

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Glenna Griffin, PhD, leads Enterprise Learning & Development at Biogen. With more than 20 years of experience in learning and development, Glenna has led global teams that have impacted thousands of employees to greater professional development and personal growth. Glenna’s curiosity around leadership development programs and their impact on employee performance caused her to pursue her PhD in Organizational Leadership with her dissertation entitled: “Does Participation Matter? Exploring the Role of Participation in Corporate Leadership Development Programs on the Intent to Stay of High-Potential Employees in the Biotech Industry.” Glenna lives in Moncure, NC.

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My superpower? I see systems! Connections and patterns are everywhere. I can easily and quickly grasp complex concepts allowing me to better serve the people I work with.  I thrive when working with senior leaders, rising stars and teams who are feeling stuck, or challenged and are ready to get “unstuck.”   I operate from a fundamental belief that most people genuinely want to live their best life, do the best job they can, deliver the greatest value possible, treat others kindly and experience joy. As a Certified Master Professional Coach, Organization Development Practitioner, and trusted advisor with 30+ years of experience in leadership coaching and development, and organization and team performance, I take pride in bringing those beliefs to all of my work.

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Candace Marles has been a learning and development leader in the RTP area for well over 20 years and has designed e-learning on topics as varied as gender sensitivity, pharmaceutical drug development, LMS administration for training coordinators, and advanced analytics. Working for clients such as the UN Development Programme and The Center for Black Health & Equity has helped Candace understand the importance of inclusive design.

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Laura Paramoure, EdD, has 25 years of experience in performance improvement, training design, and evaluation. She is the author of ROI by Design™ (2014) and a featured speaker on the topic of return on investment for training organizations. Her private sector experience includes Director of Training and Development with Parata systems where she was responsible for the establishment and deployment of both domestic and international training. She is currently the CEO of eParamus, a company which helps organizations of all types and sizes optimize and verify the impact of their learning programs.

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Dr. Joe Perez is a powerhouse in the IT/higher education worlds with 40-plus years’ experience and a wealth of credentials to his name. As Business Intelligence Specialist at NC State University and Senior Systems Specialist/Team Leader at the NC Department of Health & Human Services (and fractional CTO at a North Carolina company), he’s at the forefront of innovation and process improvement. With nearly 18,000 LinkedIn followers and a worldwide reputation as keynote speaker, data viz/analytics expert, and top-ranked award-winning author, Perez is a highly sought-after resource in his field. He speaks at numerous conferences each year, reaching audiences in over 20 countries and has been inducted into several prestigious Thought Leader communities, resulting in Top-Ten rankings in data categories and selection as 2023 Gartner Peer Community Ambassador of the Year. When not working, he shares his
musical talents, giving back to his community through involvement in his church’s Spanish and military ministries.

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Kimberly Sinnott started her career as a remote employee for the March of Dimes national office in 1996 (negotiating a hybrid role upon the birth of her first child).  After a stint as a stay-at-home mom supporting her children with learning challenges, she reentered the workforce to lead a remote team for Kaplan (repeatedly named best of 100 companies for remote jobs). 

A pioneer in online education, she taught for over 16 years as an adjunct at an online university transitioning to the Director of Faculty Engagement and Director, Academic Learning and Development roles.

Kimberly earned her instructional design certification from George Washington University’s online program and her doctorate online with Capella University in 2021. Her doctoral research focused on building high performing, collaborative teams in the hybrid workplace. 

Kimberly has held Director, Global Learning and Development positions at several tech companies and is Chief Learning Officer for her own consulting company, Sinnott Learning and Development. Kimberly is a change management practitioner with Prosci, leads professional development, upskilling, and technical training for global organizations as well as communications and training initiatives for organizational changes. 

With over 20 years of experience, Kimberly is passionate about helping people excel in their roles and strive for their next career aspiration and aligning Learning and Development strategies to support business goals.

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