2023 Fall Workshop General Session Speakers

Thursday, November 2 and Friday, November 3 | 8:10 AM – 9:10 AM

General Session 1 | General Session 2

General Session 1 | Pain Into Purpose (LOVE > hate) | Thursday, November 2, 8:10 AM – 9:10 AM

Personal Development: 1 CPE Credit

Description

Chris will share his insights on how to overcome adversity and push through trials and tribulations to become resilient. He will also share how his pain of losing his mother led him into his expertise on how colleagues, colleges, educators and communities in general can be united. Although some talks of, “unity” seem to bring about divisiveness, Chris shares very important truths in a non-pugnacious way. His heart warming story of how love conquers hate will leave the audience inspired to be the change that they wish to see in the world. Whether they agree with their counterparts or not, the audience will surely be equipped with a different perspective to lead and live their everyday life to be more empathetic.

Learning Objectives

The audience will be able to understand and respect people are different than them.
The audience will have be taught the power of someone’s story behind their stance/opinion.
The audience will be inspired and energized to make an impact on those who they serve and lead in the future,

About the Speaker

Chris Singleton

Chris Singleton is a former professional athlete drafted by the Chicago Cubs in 2017. Following the loss of his mother in a racially motivated mass shooting, Chris has now become an inspirational speaker and best-selling author who has shared his message of unity and racial reconciliation with NFL and NBA teams as well as multiple Fortune 500 companies across the country. He shares with over 100 organizations and over 30,000 students annually and resides with his spouse Mariana and 3 children in Charleston, SC.

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General Session 2 | Stronger Together: The Art and Science of Team Resilience | Friday, November 3, 8:10 AM – 9:10 AM

Personal Development: 1 CPE Credit

Description

In this captivating keynote, Dr. Adam Stoverink, celebrated author of Unbreakable: Building and Leading Resilient Teams, takes center stage to discuss one of the most vital yet underestimated facets of the contemporary workplace: team resilience. Drawing from a rich combination of academic research and real-world wisdom, Dr. Stoverink will uncover the secrets of building resilience in your teams and offer actionable steps to achieve it.

Utilizing engaging narratives and case studies, he illuminates the often-hidden factors that enable some teams to excel even when faced with adversity. By deciphering the nuances of team dynamics, effective leadership, and culture, Dr. Stoverink provides you with hands-on strategies to construct, nurture, and spearhead resilient teams capable of weathering the challenges in today's fluctuating business landscape.

This session goes beyond mere academic discourse; it serves as an enlightening discussion on the art and science of building teams that are unbreakable. Here, you'll discover not just motivational insights but also valuable tools and a strategic blueprint for leading in an intricate world.

Learning Objectives

Understanding Team Resilience: By the end of this session, attendees will have a clear understanding of why resilience in teams is paramount for success and how team resilience differs from individual resilience, thereby providing a multi-dimensional view of navigating challenges in team settings.
Uncovering What Matters Most: Participants will delve into the core of team resilience. Through academic insights and real-world examples, attendees will be equipped to identify what matters most to building resilience in teams.
Pro-tips for Building Resilient Teams: This session aims to empower attendees with actionable steps and strategies for enhancing team resilience. Attendees will walk away with a toolkit of practical approaches for creating resilient teams capable of overcoming the inevitable challenges that lie ahead.

About the Speaker

Dr. Adam Stoverink

Dr. Adam Stoverink is a renowned expert in leadership and team resilience. He serves as the Director of Walton MBA Programs and Associate Professor of Management in the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. An acclaimed author, researcher, and educator, Stoverink has dedicated his career to the pursuit of uncovering what makes teams resilient and leaders effective.

His groundbreaking book, "Unbreakable: Building and Leading Resilient Teams," is a seminal work in the field, providing research-based, actionable insights and strategies for fostering resilience within teams. A best-seller on Amazon, and named the #1 team leadership book to read in 2023 by Forbes, "Unbreakable" has become a must-read for professionals across industries seeking to create high-performing, resilient teams.

Dr. Stoverink's research has been published in a wide variety of prestigious academic journals including Academy of Management Review, Journal of Management, and Journal of Applied Psychology. His work transcends academia, influencing organizations and leaders around the world. He has been featured in prominent media outlets such as Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Nasdaq, Inc. Magazine, and Psychology Today. He delivers keynotes and facilitates team-building workshops for academic institutions and Fortune 500 companies around the globe.

Dr. Stoverink also delivers an award-winning classroom experience, bringing his insights to life and engaging audiences with practical wisdom. He is the recipient of the MBA Teacher of the Year Award, the Favorite Professor Award, and the Faculty Excellence in Teaching Award. He was also inducted as a Fellow into the University of Arkansas Teaching Academy.

With a blend of academic rigor, real-world insights, and a passion for empowering leaders, Dr. Stoverink continues to shape the future of leadership research and inspire the next generation of resilient team builders.