Be sure to arrive early and check in before 8:15am, where we'll begin with welcoming remarks and introductions from the Kirkwood Corporate Training team.

You are as valuable as you are visible in today’s world, so how do you become visible? Building and maintaining your personal brand. Whether you're a solopreneur, a Fortune 500 executive, or a sales professional, having a personal brand that sets you apart is your ultimate competitive advantage. In this class, you'll learn the step-by-step process to craft a compelling personal brand that resonates with your audience. We'll cover how to choose the right platform to focus on, effectively engage with your audience, and identify the essential components of a strong and authentic personal brand. Plus, we’ll explore how to maintain consistency to ensure your brand leaves a lasting impression.

Speaker Bio

Kyle Steele, the man with a face made for radio, continues to produce videos on social media. Kyle hasn’t just built a career; he is building a legacy, one post, and one client at a time. From his first LinkedIn post to becoming the creator of the longest-running and one of the highest-viewed weekly video series, #OneMinuteWednesday, Kyle is living proof that dedication pays off. His success isn't just measured in numbers but in the real, tangible impact he's made in the world of sales and marketing. Kyle is a practitioner of what he preaches to his audience and believes that “You Are As Valuable As You Are Visible” in today's world—helping clients to curate and connect with their audience by proactively solving their problems through content.

Limiting beliefs are the unseen barriers that hinder performance, decision-making, and personal growth. In this dynamic and interactive workshop, participants will uncover the impact of these beliefs and gain practical tools to reframe them for success. Designed for professionals and teams seeking to enhance resilience, confidence, and clarity, this session will empower you to:

• Understand the role of limiting beliefs in shaping behavior and performance.
• Learn strategies to identify and transform negative thought patterns into empowering perspectives.
• Develop a personalized mindfulness practice to reduce stress and improve focus.
• Experience a guided body scan meditation to foster relaxation and self-awareness.

You will walk away with actionable tools to unlock your potential, create a positive mindset, and strengthen your ability to lead and collaborate effectively. This workshop is ideal for organizations looking to invest in their team’s growth, well-being, and productivity.

Speaker Bio

Megan Thole is an impact-focused leader and founder of Mindful You, a business dedicated to empowering professionals to navigate life’s challenges with resilience and intentionality. With over a decade of experience in strategic planning, process improvement, and change management, Megan brings both professional expertise and a personal touch to her work. She holds a Master’s degree in Leadership and Management, is PROSCI-certified in Change Management, and is professionally certified in mindfulness practices, focusing on fostering clarity and calm in the workplace. Through Mindful You, Megan equips individuals and teams with practical tools to reduce stress, achieve balance, and sustain high performance in today’s fast-paced world.

This is a question every employee asks, or at least they should be!  Employee safety is not as simple as watching a view safety videos and being real careful. True safety is accomplished when employees know their employee has their best interests in mind, and gets them the training, equipment, and support they need to truly build a culture of safety in the workplace. This presentation is intended to inform employers of the typical OSHA safety training requirements for employers, including strategies they can employ to deliver on these items for their employees. A true safety culture is a conscious effort from top to bottom in an organization, and employees and decision makers with boots on the ground NEED to be armed with the knowledge and authority to recognize and solve safety hazards before they claim their next victim.

Speaker Bio

Dan Weekly is a licensed Certified Safety Professional based in Eastern Iowa. Dan's main focus and passion in safety is electrical hazards. As an Iowa and Nebraska licensed Journeyman Electrician, Dan has 23 years of experience in electrical construction, maintenance, and safety to draw from. Dan has presided over a multi-award winning safety program as Safety Officer for Price Electric over the past 14 years. Dan is certified to grant continuing education credits in Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota, and South Dakota. He graduated from the University of Iowa in 2009 with a degree in engineering, and has worked in the building trades since 2002.

In this fast-paced session, we’ll explore the cutting-edge technologies reshaping the learning landscape, including augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), mixed reality (MR), immersive media, and artificial intelligence (AI). Starting with a reality check on where these tools stand today, you’ll discover practical examples of how each technology enhances engagement, retention, and real-world application. Gain insights into how these innovations can integrate into your training strategies to create impactful and scalable learning experiences. Perfect for professionals looking to understand what’s possible and how to take the first steps toward adopting these game-changing tools.

Speaker Bio

Destery Hildenbrand is an innovative learning technology consultant specializing in the integration of cutting-edge tools like augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), mixed reality (MR), and artificial intelligence (AI) into transformative learning experiences. With a career devoted to advancing training and development, Destery merges the latest in innovative technology with practical applications to enhance engagement, retention, and performance. Known for his dynamic approach, Destery empowers organizations to navigate and adopt emerging technologies that drive impactful learning outcomes.

Unlock the potential of your leadership with Jennifer's proprietary 3N Model: Notice, Name, Navigate. In this engaging session, you'll discover practical strategies for fostering a psychologically safe and connected environment within your team. Drawing on the principles of somatic awareness, you'll learn how to harness body intelligence to enhance emotional regulation, improve communication, and build stronger, more collaborative teams.

Speaker Bio

Jennifer Zach supports organizational leaders facing workplace stress, trauma, and burnout. Since 2009, Jennifer has been coaching organizational leaders to help them navigate these issues. She is the author of "Somatic Awareness: Leading with Body Intelligence," exploring the connection between mind and body in leadership and personal growth. Jennifer is certified in mind-body coaching and integrative somatic trauma therapy, and she is an associate-certified coach.

Her expertise is recognized in various publications and conferences, including Choice Magazine, ATD's ALC Conference, TD Magazine, Training Magazine, and the Iowa SHRM Conference. Jennifer has also been featured at DisruptHR, solidifying her reputation as a thought leader in leadership and somatic awareness.

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