Empower Agenda

8:30 AM

Registration, Coffee, and Networking

9:00 AM

Welcome Remarks
Speaker: Steamboat Springs Chamber

9:05 AM

Introduction: A Routt County Lens on Neurodiversity
Speaker: Yampa Valley Autism

9:15 AM

Keynote: Harnessing Neurodiversity: Building an Inclusive & Innovative Workforce
Speaker: Acey Holmes

10:25 AM

Feedback with Finesse: Mastering the Art of Constructive Communication
Speaker:  Evelyn J. Walter 

Thriving in the New Normal: Mastering Remote & Hybrid Work Strategies
Speaker:  Kim Butler

11:55 PM

Lunch

1:05 PM

From the "Summer of Love" to the "Smeeze": Appreciation & Communication Across Generational Preferences
Speaker: Walt Morgan

Creative Approaches to Mental Health in the Workplace: Building a Culture of Well-being
Speaker: Ashley Cornelius

2:45 PM

Introduction: A Routt County Lens on Unconcious Bias
Speaker: Chelsie Holmes

2:55 PM

Keynote: From Bias to Breakthrough: The Inclusion Revolution
Speaker:  Kali Love

3:55 PM

Closing
Speaker: Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation