2010 Conference Keynotes and Panel Discussion
Monday, July 19, 8 p.m.
"Change Your Mind, Change Your Life"
Rovenia Brock, PhD, ("Dr. Ro") is an award-winning health journalist and television personality known for her easy-to-apply diet, fitness, and health tips for women and families. She earned a BS in Food and Nutrition from Virginia State University; a double master's degree in Community Nutrition and Broadcast Journalism from Howard University; and a doctorate in Nutritional Sciences, also from Howard University. She is the author of Dr. Ro's Ten Secrets to Livin' Healthy. A leading nutrition coach for more than two decades, she was recently named by More magazine as one of America's top-five nutritionists.Click here for more information.
Tuesday, July 20, 8 a.m.
Legacy Talk: "Healing, Humor, and High-Level Wellness"
Martin Collis, PhD, is literally a pioneer of the wellness movement and was one of the first four Canadians to be designated a "Pioneer of Wellness." He has criss-crossed North America as a speaker on wellness-related topics and worked extensively with the President's Council to deliver a workplace wellness message throughout the United States. Using music, laughter and science, Dr. Collis's presentations move audiences to improve personal and professional performance.
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Wednesday, July 21, 8 a.m.
"Change Your Brain by Transforming Your Mind:
Meditation and Neuroplasticity"
Richard J. Davidson, PhD, is a world-class scholar in neuroscience. He is a William James and Vilas Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry and Director of the Center for Investigating Healthy Minds at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In 1992, the Dalai Lama challenged him to bring the rigorous techniques used to study negative qualities of mind to bear on the positive qualities of healthy minds. The resulting research led to the development of contemplative neuroscience, a hybrid discipline using science to study the impact of contemplative practices. Click here for more information.
Thursday, July 22, 8 a.m.
Panel Discussion
"What is the Value Proposition of Wellness?
The Health and Productivity Connection"
This panel discussion for all conference participants, moderated by National Wellness Institute (NWI) board member George Pfeiffer, MSE, FAWHP, (pictured here) is a new addition to the National Wellness Conference. NWI is excited about bringing all conference attendees together to hear an array of perspectives on the value proposition of wellness from powerful players in the field. Panelists Kent Peterson, MD; Garry Lindsay, MPH, CHES; and Kristine Holbrook, MEd, will consider the question, "Is wellness worth the investment?" as they address ROI, quality of life, and more. We anticipate that this thought-provoking panel discussion will challenge assumptions, invite deeper reflection, and generate energy.
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