Julie Williamson, PhD is the CEO and a Managing Partner at Karrikins Group, a Denver-based, global-serving business consultancy. Author, Keynote Speaker, and Host of The Failure Gap Podcast, Julie is a leading voice in how alignment can transform leaders and organizations.

April Whitson is a globally recognized expert on Workplace Culture with over two decades of leadership and HR ex-perience in large, global organizations such as Amazon.com, Textron Corporation and currently ABB Inc. She is a published author of the book The Stay Challenge: a leader’s guide to managing unwanted turnover & regrettable re-tention which quickly became a trusted resource for people managers eager to create great places to work. She is a thought leader on all things culture, employee engagement, and leadership. April has developed cutting-edge programs to help leaders improve their profitability through decreased employee turnover costs, saving millions! Her approach to culture and employee experience through enhancing leadership performance is direct and simple, put-ting the leader in the driver’s seat to intentionally create impactful and positive employee experiences along the jour-ney from hire to retire. Along with her husband, April resides in Kansas where they raised three children and now enjoy the empty nest. She is an avid reader, scuba diving enthusiast, and continues to live her purpose to bring positive work experiences to everyone she encounters.

As a Managing Partner at Karrikins Group, Bruce lives out his passion for Making HOW Matter to leaders. Internally he leads our strategy and operations, oversees client engagements, and spends time developing our HOW Activators. His personal experience as an executive combined with his extensive work with senior leaders in client organizations makes him a high impact partner for our client executives. His cross-industry business acumen couples with a passion for human dynamics to help leaders drive alignment – and his direct and concise style drives accountability to personal growth. Bruce has worked with organizations of all sizes and in most industries. He has held executive roles in small, mid-size and Fortune 1000 companies and consulted with some of the fastest growing, most innovative global leaders and brands.

For many years, Cyril has worked behind the scenes in some of Australia's biggest companies. He gets the clutter - on the desk, under the desk, the full diary, the email and meeting addictions and multiple task lists back to ground zero. He gets his clients focused on their priorities. His fans say he had a big impact on their performance and the performance of their business. His biggest fans say he has changed their lives. One even said she now ‘sleeps at night’ and is not woken up anymore thinking of all she has to do. Cyril has held senior management roles in both Europe and Australia. In France, he was the General Manager of EF Corporate, a subsidiary of the international group EF Education. He was also Director of Sales for British Airways, overseeing corporate and indirect sales for the group. In 2006 Cyril launched ‘Work Smarter: Live Better’ (WSLB) with one simple vision: providing efficiency solutions to millions around the world. With his team, Cyril has built WSLB into a highly respected efficiency coaching and consulting firm for the Australian and International market. WSLB focuses on enabling organisations and their people to be above target and in control, Cyril is the author of ‘Work Smarter: Live Better’, in the top 10 business books in Australia. He is a regular contributor to business magazines such as BRW and AFR, and has appeared many times on national TV and radios. Today, as well as managing and leading WSLB, Cyril is coaching CEO and Senior Executives. He is a regular key note speaker on ‘strategy execution’ and ‘working smarter’ and consulting for large companies on aligning people with the strategy of their business. Above all, he is a passionate business leader and coach who focuses on helping people to change their work habits, take control and dramatically improve their performance. Today Cyril lives in Sydney with his wife and three children and works with clients in Australia and around the world.

Dallas currently serves as the Chief Commercial Officer at NetApp. He and his team have a very sim- ple and inspiring charter: to drive profitable growth by building a unified, end-to-end GTM model that will make it easier and more effective for customers to secure and use our technology to achieve success in their most important initiatives. Dallas is an accomplished executive with experience in software, sales, mergers & acquisitions, strat- egy, and operations. He has led large organizations through disruptive and challenging market tran- sitions in the logistics, supply chain, software, healthcare and IT industries. Previous to NetApp, Dallas Served as the World-Wide Senior Vice-President of GTM Strategy & Rev- enue Operations. Dallas began his tenure in the WebEx Technology Group where he led software teams for the enterprise, global multi-national and service provider teams producing triple-digit growth for four consecutive years. He then moved into leading strategy & planning for the US Com- mercial group, where he helped the theater become the largest software-selling team in the compa- ny. Dallas then served as COO and Vice President for the Americas where he and his team were re- sponsible for strategy, planning, operations, enablement, engagement, and go-to-market efforts. In his role immediately prior to joining Cisco, Dallas served as the Executive Director of Misys All- scripts’s corporate development team where he led merger, acquisition, and corporate strategy. At Misys, he helped lead the company through a strategic transition from a software practice manage- ment platform to an electronic medical record platform and was also asked to lead a company con- solidation of four business units into one. At DHL, Dallas held various leadership roles in sales, in ad- dition to leading the financial vertical and the Global Multi-National sales teams. During his tenure at DHL, he engaged in the transition from a dominant domestic-based system to an international supply chain and logistics business. Outside of his professional life, Dallas lives with his wife Ashley and their three children in Atlanta. An avid soccer fan, he has spent time coaching elite youth teams and supporting Atlanta United in its quest for another cup. He is currently an advisor to the Board for The Joseph Sams School where he pursues his passion for special education.

Dana Sednek is a renowned expert in digital transformation who advises executives around the world. With 20+ years’ Fortune 500 experience, she’s held titles like Chief Analytics Officer and Head of Learning Technology - and has been helping organizations transition to digital work not since the early 2020’s, but the early 2000’s. As the Chief Consultant at Dana Sednek Consulting, Dana partners with clients like Cisco, MasterClass, United Airlines, and Harley Davidson to solve complex problems at the intersection of people and technology - including supporting AI transformations and analytics strategies. In 2023, she completed MIT’s executive leadership certificate in Generative AI for Digital Transformation. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Organizational Conflict Resolution. Dana lives in Denver, where she runs her company from her 1960’s A-Frame “cabin in the city”, alongside her rescue dog Luna.

David formerly served on the De Beers Executive Committee as Chief Brand Officer with overall responsibility for the profile, reputation and marketing of De Beers and its brands. His experience across the contrasting luxury, lifestyle and extractive sectors gives David unique insight into the evolving expectations of consumers, the corresponding pressures on business and the power of brand purpose to propel communities, companies and clients forward.

Jandel Allen-Davis, MD, is the President and CEO of Craig Hospital in Denver, Colorado, a world-renowned rehabilitation hospital that specializes in neurorehabilitation and research for individuals with spinal cord injury and brain injury. Prior to Craig, Dr. Allen-Davis was the Vice President of Government, External Relations and Research for Kaiser Permanente Colorado from 2009-2018. In that role, she led the organization’s government relations and regulatory affairs, community relations and community benefit investment, clinical and health services research, stakeholder engagement, communications, and advertising and marketing functions. Dr. Allen-Davis is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and was in active practice for 25 years. A graduate of Dartmouth College and Dartmouth Medical School, Dr. Allen-Davis completed her residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. Dr. Allen-Davis is an active participant in the community. Notable past board service includes the University of Colorado Foundation, the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, National Jewish Health, the Colorado State Economic Development Commission (OEDIT), the Denver Botanic Gardens, and Mile High United Way. She is the Immediate Past Chair of the Colorado Hospital Association and sits on the boards of the Denver Museum of Nature and Science and the Common Sense Institute. Dr. Allen-Davis also serves as a Class C Director of the Kansas City Federal Reserve Bank Board of Governors and is current Deputy Chair. Dr. Allen-Davis has been the recipient of numerous prestigious awards and recognitions. She was honored with the Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine Lifetime Achievement Award and the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce Del Hock Lifetime Achievement Award, both of which acknowledge her extensive career and influence. Additionally, she received the Colorado Business Committee for the Arts John L. Madden, Jr. Leadership Award and the Girl Scouts Women of Distinction Award, celebrating her leadership and service. Dr. Allen- Davis has also been recognized by the Denver Business Journal as one of the Outstanding Women in Business, awarded the Martin Luther King, Jr. Business Award for her commitment to social justice and equality, and was the recipient of the Center for Personalized Education for Physicians George Dikeou Award for her contributions to physician education. She is married and has two children. She enjoys gardening and hiking and is a fiber artist whose work has been displayed in several galleries over the years.

Sonya grew up in New York City where she started her organizing company, Seriatim, in 1999. Proudly dyslexic, Sonya founded her business in order to avoid writing a resume and now, almost two decades later, she and her Seriatim team have earned themselves a reputation as consummate Chaos Whisperers. In 2017, Sonya became the first organizer to be accepted into the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program. Her debut memoir, Confessions of a Chaos Whisperer, was published in 2024 by Post Hill Press. She is currently President of the New York Council of Relocation Professionals (NYCORP). In her spare time, Sonya organizes her husband, three children, and rescue dog, Finn.

Hilary Blair, CEO, CSP, Speaker, Leadership Coach, and Group Facilitator, weaves her professional acting experience into programs for corporate teams and individuals to elevate presence, communication, and connection. She’s certified in Conversational Intelligence™ (CIQ) and CultureTalk and trained in ORSC (Organizational Relationship Systems Coach) and approaches coaching from a wholistic systems perspective.

Jo has 30 year’s experience of working on technology enabled change and transformation programmes. Combining a unique knowledge and appreciation of the power of technology with a deep understanding of what makes humans tick she is able to advise and support senior leaders through some of their biggest challenges. A passionate runner, reader, open water swimmer and campaigner for teaching mental health as a science in schools to normalize mental health for future generations.

Jonathan C. Marcus – the Favorite Son of Ann – looks after the operations of the Rose Sisters Chips production facility in Connecticut and is responsible for the overall strategy and growth of the Company.  Prior to starting RSC six years ago, Jonathan’s career in general management, sales, marketing and consulting spanned over 30 years in both the U.S. and international arenas for large consumer financial services corporations as well as multiple fintech start-ups.  He holds degrees from the University of Delaware and Thunderbird School of Global Management.  Once Rose Sisters Chips finds itself in households across the USA…the world is next!

Katie Jarek is an international business strategist and consulting leader based in Denver, Colorado. With a deep expertise in leading cross-functional global teams and optimizing processes for large-scale projects, she has made significant strides in change management, strategic planning, and continuous improvement. Currently, Katie serves as a Consulting Director at GEP Worldwide, where she spearheads initiatives in operational excellence, AI Powered transformation, data-driven decision-making, and process improvements. She has led diverse global teams across many countries, including Puerto Rico, Spain, and Fiji, where she lived, as well as managing teams with members spanning multiple continents. This past summer, Katie took on a new challenge outside of work by swimming across the English Channel as part of a relay team, demonstrating her passion for pushing limits. Katie is recognized for her strategic vision and her commitment to achieving impactful results.

Ken Wilkinson is the Founder and CEO of Layer 10, a leader in human-centered technology integration for the built environment. With over 20 years of experience at the intersection of technology, design, and architecture, Ken has become a trusted expert in creating adaptable, sustainable spaces that prioritize the human experience. He is currently authoring “Building Tomorrow: The Layer 10 Way,” a groundbreaking framework for integrating technology with purpose—ensuring spaces are not only functional but deeply connected to the needs of the people who use them. Ken’s expertise spans large-scale commercial developments and innovative residential projects, making him a sought-after advisor, speaker, and thought leader. Through the Layer 10 Academy and initiatives like the “Build Spaces People Love” Webinar Series, Ken empowers professionals with actionable strategies to design future-ready, people-centered spaces. In addition to his work at Layer 10, Ken serves as Co-Board President of Trailhead Community, a nonprofit dedicated to creating inclusive housing for Colorado’s neurodiverse population. Under his leadership, Trailhead has become a model for how thoughtful design and collaboration can transform lives and communities. Passionate about bridging the gap between technology and design, Ken is dedicated to helping developers, architects, and building operators create environments that truly resonate with people—spaces that stand the test of time.

Miles is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of OTM. With a strong background in IT and passion for marketing technology, Miles translates the fancy tech jargon so that the entire team can stay ahead of the curve. Aside from overseeing all nerdy things, Miles enjoys browsing Amazon for the latest gadgets, riding motorcycles, playing guitar and learning new things.

Monica supports one of TELUS' flagship Leadership Development programs, designed to accelerate the growth of high-potential emerging leaders. This immersive program builds essential leadership capabilities, focusing on self-leadership, innovation, strategic thinking, and emotional intelligence, while also providing career development and professional coaching to drive long-term success. With 18 years of experience in the organization, Monica has always been deeply committed to relationship-building, cultivating curiosity, and guiding others through change. Believing in the power of storytelling, resilience, and lifelong learning, she is passionate about empowering emerging leaders to reach their full potential and become impactful leaders.

Richard Giles is currently Group Finance Director of Parkdean Resorts, a large-scale hospitality business with locations around the UK. He has spent most of his career with purpose-led brands across the hospitality and retail sectors, in a number of different Finance roles. Before joining Parkdean, he spent eight years with De Beers Group, the world’s leading diamond company. Richard is energized by enabling colleagues to realize their full potential, and by pursuing effective collaboration between Finance and the wider business.

As the founder of Fintelligent, Rob and his team provide financial clarity to entrepreneurs of growth stage companies. They solve the problem of the business owner's accounting system not working for them. Fintelligent provides a fractional financial department that handles ongoing accounting, provides great analytics and offers helpful advice that grows EBITDA, providing founders more freedom running their business. He's helped many founders of professional services and technology companies scale and exit their businesses. Rob holds an MBA from Emory University and a BS Business & Economics from Lehigh University. Rob loves to travel and has visited all 50 states and 4 continents.

Sonya grew up in New York City where she started her organizing company, Seriatim, in 1999. Proudly dyslexic, Sonya founded her business in order to avoid writing a resume and now, almost two decades later, she and her Seriatim team have earned themselves a reputation as consummate Chaos Whisperers. In 2017, Sonya became the first organizer to be accepted into the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program. Her debut memoir, Confessions of a Chaos Whisperer, was published in 2024 by Post Hill Press. She is currently President of the New York Council of Relocation Professionals (NYCORP). In her spare time, Sonya organizes her husband, three children, and rescue dog, Finn.