Speakers

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

STERLING
HAWKINS

Sterling is an author, investor, and entrepreneur who, following the collapse of a multi-billion dollar startup, made a remarkable comeback to launch, invest in, and grow over 50 companies. As the founder of the #NoMatterWhat Community, he inspires community and business leaders to align their ambitious dreams with tangible results.

WORKFORCE
PANEL

Moderated by:
Brian Devine, President & CEO, Ignite Industrial Professionals, this keynote also includes:
•Jasmine Gorie, SVP of Human Resources, Sunland Logistics Solutions
•Jeff Spratlin, Senior Director of Talent Consulting, Supply Chain, Chick-fil-A, Inc.
•Robin Sutton, VP, Human Resources, Penguin Random House

SEAN
BOTT

Drawing on his background in cognitive behavioral therapy, Sean has guided over 1,500 associations and corporations, including clients such as Dell, Disney, and Google. His adventures in magic and pit stops at Second City Chicago, have honed Sean's scorching sense of humor, allowing him to deliver bucketfuls of laughs to audiences.