Dream to Lead: The Art of Thriving Leadership

Dream to Lead: The Art of Thriving Leadership

Join us at Dream to Lead: Master visionary leadership to forge your future with transformative leadership skills and enduring resilience!

By Rhonda Y. Williams, MBA, MSN, RN

Date and time

Friday, August 23 · 8:30am - 6:30pm CDT

Location

Hotel Indigo Frisco, an IHG Hotel

2985 Avenue of the Stars Frisco, TX 75034

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 30 days before event
Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

Agenda

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

Registration and Coffee

8:30 AM

Welcome remarks

9:00 AM

Opening Keynote: The Role of Dreams in Leadership

James Keyes


James Keyes, former CEO of Blockbuster and 7-Eleven joins us to for a powerful message. Discover the pivotal role that dreams play in shaping influential leaders. Learn how visionary thinking can be ...

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

From Here to There: Build It to Fly It

Rhonda Y. Williams


Part 1: Mapping Your Current Leadership Reality Engage in a reflective exercise to assess and articulate your current leadership style and effectiveness. Part 2: Visioneering Your Aspirational Leader...

10:15 AM - 10:30 AM

Networking Break

10:35 AM

The 4C's Mindset!

Denise Johnson, ACC


Sometimes we have to do the work, before we do the work. Capture four critical steps to establishing the mindset that will be prepare you for action.

10:55 AM - 11:45 AM

Dream Life Design - Paving Your Leadership Path

Rhonda Y. Williams


Workshop on applying emotional intelligence and the practical tools of the Law of Attraction to develop actionable leadership strategies. Participants create a mini 'Vision-to-Action' map that outli...

11:45 AM

Dream-Driven Feedback: Tools for Transformative Leadership

Susan Hanold, PhD


In this interactive workshop, participants will develop a positive mindset and practical skills for asking for and offering feedback. Participants will learn techniques for offering both positive and...

12:05 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch (on your own)

1:30 PM

Leading the Dream - Implementing Your Leadership Trajectory

Rhonda Y. Williams


Effective strategies for implementing and sustaining leadership actions. Explore the pivotal roles of resilience and momentum in leadership.

2:30 PM

Break

2:45 PM - 3:30 PM

Committing to the Dream: Anchoring Visionary Leadership

Rhonda Y. Williams


Legacy planning workshop: Participants explore anchoring their leadership practices and planning for a lasting impact. Interactive session.

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Closing Keynote: Leadership Wellbeing: It Starts with You!

Marquese Martin-Hayes


As we conclude an invigorating day at "Dream to Lead: The Art of Thriving Leadership," join us for our closing keynote, "Leadership Wellbeing: It Starts with You!" This session is dedicated to the mo...

4:00 PM - 4:15 PM

General Session Closing Remarks

4:45 PM - 6:15 PM

VIP Mastermind Session & Networking

Meshell Baker

Rhonda Y. Williams


An exclusive session for VIP ticket holders. A penetrating dive into personalized growth plans with group coaching and Q&A. Get inspired with our special guest speaker. A rigorous, roundtable discu...

6:15 PM - 6:30 PM

VIP Closing Remarks

About this event

  • Event lasts 10 hours

    Step into Your Leadership Potential at the Dream to Lead Conference

    Embark on a transformative journey at the Dream to Lead conference, a premier event where visionary thinking meets actionable strategy in the vibrant realm of leadership development. Set against the backdrop of inspiring keynote speeches and dynamic discussions, this conference is not just a gathering—it's a launchpad for your leadership transformation.

    Throughout the day, engage in a series of meticulously designed sessions tailored to expand your understanding of effective leadership and equip you with practical tools to excel. Each segment of our program is structured to build on the last, creating a cohesive and powerful learning experience that will resonate with new managers and seasoned executives alike.

    Morning Sessions: Dream and Design Kick off the morning with our energizing opening keynote on "The Role of Dreams in Leadership," where we explore the powerful impact of aspirational thinking in crafting influential leadership narratives. Following the keynote, dive into our two-part workshop, "Here to There: Build It While You Fly It." In Part 1, "Mapping Your Current Leadership Reality," you will reflect deeply on your present leadership style and its impact on your environment. Part 2, "Visioneering Your Aspirational Leadership Life," will guide you to articulate and refine your leadership aspirations, setting the stage for a future where your dreams and reality converge.

    Midday: Unlock and Empower After a networking break to connect with fellow visionaries, unlock the secrets of the 4 C's—Communication, Collaboration, Creativity, and Critical Thinking. These sessions are designed to challenge your conventional thinking and inspire innovative approaches to leadership. The highlight of the midday session is the "Dream Life Design" workshop, where you'll apply emotional intelligence and the practical tools of the Law of Attraction to craft actionable leadership strategies, culminating in the creation of a personal 'Vision-to-Action' map.

    Afternoon: Implement and Anchor Post-lunch, delve into "Leading the Dream," where we translate your visionary planning into concrete strategies for lasting impact. Learn to implement and sustain your leadership trajectory effectively, overcoming challenges with resilience and adaptability. The day's learning culminates in "Committing to the Dream," a legacy planning workshop where you will anchor your future leadership practices, ensuring they are as enduring as they are impactful.

    Exclusive VIP Mastermind Experience For those who choose to extend their journey, our VIP Mastermind session offers a deep dive into personalized growth plans. Facilitated by top leadership coaches and featuring a special guest speaker, this session is an intimate forum for rigorous discussion, peer accountability, and strategic refinement.

    As the conference wraps up with closing remarks and a keynote focused on leadership well-being, you will leave not just inspired but also equipped with the knowledge, strategies, and connections to thrive as a leader in any environment.

    Join Us Dream to Lead is more than just a conference—it is an investment in your future. Whether you are looking to invigorate your current role or step into leadership for the first time, this conference will provide the insights and tools needed to succeed.

    Register now and transform the way you lead.

    ABOUT THE SPEAKERS

    About Rhonda Y. Williams:

    Rhonda Y. Williams is a published author, international speaker, leadership development expert, and executive coach. As a former healthcare C-Suite executive, Her path from career and personal “devastation-to-emancipation” and matchless commitment to transformational leadership is an inspiring model of invincible optimism and resilience. Rhonda has invested years rigorously researching, testing, and honing her next-level programs and strategic solutions.

    Rhonda’s compassionate, results-focused expertise provides a powerful ascension blueprint for today’s leaders and executives. Her empathy and razor-sharp clarity help construct a path “above the grind” and offers a success-alternative to the overwhelm and self-sabotage plaguing modern leaders.

    Through her proprietary Above the Grind Leadership (ATG) and LEADJITSUTM solutions-suite, Rhonda enables organizations to create Modern Magnetic Cultures™, broadening and deepening the understanding of executive behavioral constructs, personal-organizational-team performance and fulfillment and practical self-mastery for modern professionals.

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    About James W. Keyes:

    James W. Keyes is a former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster, a best-selling author, and a philanthropist. His business interests span industries like retail, healthcare, technology, and energy. Keyes serves on several boards, including the American Red Cross and Dallas Symphony Orchestra, and has received the Robert S. Folsom Leadership Award. He founded the Education Is Freedom Foundation and authored a book promoting education's power to transform lives. Keyes' career reflects his dedication to leadership, community, and education, embodying the American Dream.

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    About Denise Johnson, ACC:

    Denise Johnson is an expert in breaking down barriers and driving growth through collaborative leadership and team development. As the president of Grow People for Impact, she helps organizations with talent and leadership development, emphasizing inclusion and belonging. Denise has extensive experience leading strategic initiatives at companies like GE, Fidelity, and CoreLogic, where she has fostered high-potential leaders and transformed organizational culture. With an MBA from Marquette University and a BBA from the University of Wisconsin, she is also an ICF Associate Certified Coach and a frequent speaker on leadership and team building.

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    About Susan Hanold, PhD:

    Dr. Susan Hanold, recognized among the “Top Women in HR Technology” and a notable HR influencer, excels at Plan Z Solutions, enhancing career mobility and skills development through her HR strategy leadership. With a strong background in coaching and leadership development, she has delivered significant ROI for executive stakeholders and led Caliber Collision’s first Sustainability Report. Formerly VP of Strategic Advisory Services at ADP, Susan developed a DE&I Maturity Model and led Talent and M&A consulting practices. She has also contributed to major companies like Bear Stearns and YUM! Brands, and actively supports the American Cancer Society.

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    About Marquese Martin-Hayes:

    Marquese Martin-Hayes, a #1 International Best-Selling Author, is on a mission to unleash individual potential by breaking barriers to success. With over three decades of expertise in human performance and a passion for fostering happiness, Marquese blends body, mind, and spirit to inspire greatness at any age. He is the author of "ENNOBLING Business For Success" and is working on a sequel and new projects with his wellness company, "The Final Fitting." His discussions on #BeYourIcon and #Inclusion reflect his belief that your perspective shapes your reality and actions.

    More about Marquese

    About Meshell Baker:

    Meshell Baker the Chief Confidence Igniter, Transformational Keynote Speaker, and Confident Living Catalyst is renowned for her authentic value-based, and no-nonsense approach to embracing high-performance resilience that inspires more confident conversations and generates unprecedented results. Described as "a breath of fresh air," and "the power of her story combined with her passion and enthusiasm is enough to make anyone want to tap into their potential."

    Meshell has phenomenal results, and accolades compiling an incredible track record of raving recommendations with clients, such as Dell, UPS, Wabtec, Daimler, Accenture, Women In Trucking, and more, over the past 20+ years.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Who is this event for?

    Experienced, emerging, and aspiring leaders. If you currently lead or desire to lead others, this event is for you.

    What is your refund policy?

    Receive a full refund (minus eventbrite fees) up to 30 days prior to the event.

    Why don't we receive a refund if cancelling within 30 days of the event?

    For us, 30 days is go time! We will contact you and work on your behalf to ensure our time together is productive and impactful. Our team puts in pre-work, which costs us time and money. However, you can transfer any purchased ticket. Contact us with the new attendee name and the name to remove.

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    Rhonda Y. Williams is an international speaker, published author, trainer, and coach. She holds a double Master’s Degree in Nursing and Business Administration. Her professional experience includes executive level roles as Chief Nursing Officer, Chief Clinical Officer and Administrator/Chief Executive Officer, and VP, Engagement Strategies.

    Rhonda is the CEO and Chief Vision Officer for Above the Grind Leadership. Above the Grind Leadership offers leadership development, coaching, and training to help leaders create the modern, magnetic cultures demanded by the dynamic workplaces of today.

    Rhonda is unapologetic about helping leaders embrace a more aware, modern, well-being-centric approach to leadership.

    She is a 5X published author:

    1. Are You Out of Your _ _ _ _ Mind? A Modern Guide to Successfully Surviving Infidelity? 
    2. The Dream Life Roadmap Series: 10 Essential Factors for Creating Your Dream Life
    3. The UCR Advantage: A Simple Way to Boost Your Emotional Intelligence, Fast!
    4. Co-Author:  The Confident Woman. Tapping Into Your Inner Power.
    5. The Stress-Free Leader

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