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Registration ends: Wed, Oct 22, 2025 4:18 PM (1 day 23 hours from now)
The Leadership Summit will bring together entrepreneurs, business owners and professionals for 3 days of networking, learning and leadership in our vibrant CIBN Connect community.
You will find our high level contacts to be fully engaged with their cameras on, ready to participate with feedback and interaction. Our chat lines will be open for booking appointments on the spot and getting a meeting from the meeting at every meeting.
Each of our Speakers will share the event with their own email lists and their own communities, and we will also share the event with our 80,000 people on MeetUp to insure an excellent turnout for everyone. We expect over 500 registrations for this event!
All Speakers need to be Speaker Level Members of CIBN Connect NO EXCEPTIONS
Purchase Here https://cibnconnect.com/membership-options
Speakers who promote will be rewarded with prizes and shout outs before, during, and after the event.
Our Speakers can speak to our small groups at many meetings throughout the year, we also have them speak at 4 to 8 summits a year, and let them go live in our large FB groups. They can even promote 2 of their own webinars or seminars to our following of more than 80,000 on MeetUp each year. We have a guaranteed ROI for speakers. Book an appointment with Kerry to find out more https://calendly.com/kgeorge-2/one-on-one-discussion
We encourage our Speakers to sell from the stage! You can share whatever links you want from your gifts and VIP gifts!
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How To Become A Leader & An Influencer In BusinessKerry George Mentoring, Networking, Mastermind & Business ExpertWhat does it take to be a leader in business? How do we become an influencer in our field?Kerry George has grown a global empire and works with thousands of business owners every year. She will share some great stories from her 30 years of business experience and also give you some great how-tos and simple steps to move your business forward.Business Leadership +4Marketing Business +13The POWER of daily POSITIVITY!Tif Loeffler Positively taking your POWER!
Let's get real about being positive and the POWER it has to create your life day to day!
Let's also be clear that yes things happen and also we must believe that we have the power in each moment to choose our thoughts.Our thoughts have power - so much power it is almost unfathomable - where are you giving your power away?
Let's take back some power - right now. I'll show you how.
How to Be a Leader in Your Market with AdvertisingPaulo KnabbenTired of competing on price or chasing clients? In this session, Paulo Knabben will reveal how smart advertising strategies can turn your brand into the go-to authority in your industry. Discover practical steps to outpace competitors, attract better clients, and build a reputation that lasts.
“Living Proud, Living Well: Shopping That Makes A Difference”Sheenay Richardson Wellness with Wealth CoachIn this presentation, you’ll learn how to have healthier, safer, and more effective alternatives for everyday products — from nutrition and personal care to cleaning and eco-friendly solutions.
Financial Clarity: The Hidden Leadership SkillVicki JamesStrong leaders don’t just inspire others — they make clear, confident decisions. For small business owners, that clarity starts with their finances. Yet a recent survey of small business owners revealed that the biggest challenges aren’t math — they’re time, organization, and trust.
In this engaging and practical session, Vicki James will show why financial clarity is a hidden leadership skill — and how solopreneurs can strengthen it without spending a dime. Through real survey insights and three simple, actionable steps, attendees will learn how to move from chaos and avoidance to confidence and control. You’ll walk away with tools to lead your business with purpose, not panic.
Key Takeaways
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Why financial clarity is a leadership skill, not just a bookkeeping task.
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The top challenges solopreneurs face with money matters — and what’s really behind them.
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Three no-cost steps you can take right now to gain control and confidence.
System Over Struggle: The Startup Mindset That Scales.Dian Basit Founder, Engineering and Automation LeadEvery founder dreams of freedom, yet most end up buried under their own business. In this session, Dian Basit, Founder of DBtronics Inc., reveals how the right mindset—combined with smart automation—can transform chaos into clarity. Drawing from his journey building engineering systems and saving over 60 hours per week through business automation, Dian shares practical strategies to think like a visionary and work like a system. Attendees will learn how to identify bottlenecks, delegate through automation, and create scalable processes that free time for innovation and leadership. This isn’t theory—it’s the real blueprint behind startups that grow faster, smarter, and saner.
Business Design +3Crickets to Clients: Finding Your Next Client ConsistentlyChristine Campbell Rapin Client Growth ExpertJoin this talk and learn how to get laser focused on the activities that you need to focus on daily to see consistent client growth. These leadership building blocks are essential and help you get off the crazy train you are on right now that isn’t resulting in client growth.
Specifically:
- How client growth CAN be elegantly simple.
- The 2 activities that predict your revenue in the next 90 days.
- The 3 non-negotiable business foundations every business owner needs to create a client growth engine.
Business Leadership +1Business Personal Growth +10Build Instant Trust and Credibility through SpeakingDanielle Benzon Speaking Voice CoachYou know that feeling when you just intrinsically trust someone? When it's obvious that they have a deep knowledge of their area of expertise? It may seem effortless, but it's no accident. Learn how you too can be instantly recognised, respected, and heard.
Leadership Marketing +2Persuasive Personal Development +16Lead with Calm: The New Blueprint for Entrepreneurial SuccessIryna Synychak Holistic Wellness CoachIn today’s fast-paced business world, entrepreneurs are praised for hustle, speed, and nonstop productivity—but the hidden cost is stress, burnout, and stalled growth. What if the real edge in business leadership isn’t working harder, but leading with calm? In this powerful 20-minute session, Iryna Synychak—Holistic Wellness Coach, speaker, and author of The Calm Entrepreneur—reveals how calm is the new competitive advantage for entrepreneurs and leaders who want lasting growth. Drawing on research, case studies, and her signature canoe metaphor, Iryna shows how clarity, wellness, and resilience create the conditions for smarter decisions, stronger teams, and sustainable success. Attendees will walk away with practical tools to reduce stress, sharpen focus, and align purpose with business strategy. This is more than a talk—it’s a roadmap to thriving in business without sacrificing health, relationships, or vision.
Activate Your Inner CEO to Make Great Decisions!Terry Wildemann Intuitive Success ConsultantDo you ever feel stuck overthinking your decisions - torn between what your mind says is "practical" and what your heart is telling you? What if you didn’t have to choose between the two?
In this transformative 30-minute session, you’ll learn The Discovery Process, a powerful method that merges your logical thinking with your intuitive wisdom so you can gain clarity, make aligned decisions, and confidently take your next step, whether in business, relationships, or life.
You'll discover:
✅ Mind Mapping Method: Organize insights from both head and heart.
✅ Quick Shift Technique: Calm mental noise and access intuitive guidance.
✅ Coherence Method : Engage your Inner CEO for decision-making breakthroughs.👉 Walk away with a clear, structured process that allows you to stop second-guessing and start making aligned decisions effortlessly.
Whether you’re navigating career choices, business moves, or personal challenges, this session will equip you with a practical tool that brings instant clarity & confidence.
Business Leadership +1Business Intuition +3Build Momentum and Get ResultsGretchen Richards CEOMany of us feel stuck or like we just aren't making the progress we want. It can feel frustrating, exhausting, discouraging.
We all have busy lives and sometimes it can be overwhelming, hard to find the time and energy to move our goals forward.
Come learn what it takes be break out of that mode and start building momentum towards your goals.
A month from now you can either look back and see the progress you've made or look back and realize yet another month has slipped away and you are still no closer to your goal.
Before 2025 comes to an end let's get moving towards the things you want to achieve.
Business MindsetBusiness Consulting Entrepreneurship +1Decide and Do: The Fastest Way to Better Business ResultsJanet Sawatsky Strategic Business AdvisorGrowth doesn’t happen by chance—it happens by choice. In this fast-paced 20-minute talk, Janet shows how successful entrepreneurs create momentum by making clear decisions and taking consistent action. You’ll discover how to shift from overthinking to doing, and from reacting to leading. Expect to leave motivated, focused, and ready to take your next bold step.
LeadershipBusiness Plan Decision-making +3The POP Method: How to Grow Profits and Run a Business That Doesn’t Run YouJoseph AbreuToo many entrepreneurs work harder every year yet keep less profit. The Profit Optimization Program (POP) flips that script. In this fast-paced session, you’ll discover some proven methods to uncover hidden profit opportunities, streamline your operations, and buy back your time, without burning out. Whether you’re in growth mode, scaling, or preparing for an eventual exit, the POP method will give you a practical roadmap to work smarter, keep more of what you earn, and finally step into your role as a confident, profit-focused business owner.
Business LeadershipProductivity Time Management +3How to make website that convertsSanjay Prajapati Head of Information TechnologySanjay Prajapati is a seasoned technology leader with over a decade of experience helping organizations transform the way they work through innovation, collaboration, and smart use of technology. As Head of Information Technology, he has led large teams and delivered complex projects that made businesses more efficient, secure, and scalable.
Sanjay is known for building high-performing teams, mentoring future leaders, and ensuring technology decisions always connect back to business goals. His leadership has enabled organizations to successfully launch digital platforms used by millions, streamline operations, and adapt quickly in fast-changing markets.
Take Back the Wheel: How to Stop Letting AIShari Hudson Lead Prompt Generator and CAOWhat if AI wasn’t here to replace you — but to grant your wishes?
No, not three. As many as you want.In this playful, powerful session, you’ll learn how to talk to AI like it’s your personal genie — one that can write, brainstorm, edit, plan, and polish faster than you can say “new client.” If AI has felt scary or overwhelming, this is your moment to shift from fear to freedom.
You’ll get to try 3 live Superpowers using my custom-built Prompt QuickStart demo and explore a spark-filled flipbook that makes prompting fun, visual, and totally doable — even if you’ve never used AI before.
No tech overwhelm. No fluff. Just clear, confident results that sound like you.
✨ Come curious — leave unstoppable.
Redefining Benefits: Designing Workplace Solutions for the Modern WorkforceStacey Aarssen Employee Benefits SpecialistStacey Aarssen has over 20 years of experience in financial services and a passion for helping small businesses thrive. She specializes in designing smart, sustainable employee benefit plans for Ontario and British Columbia businesses that balance the needs of people with the realities of business. Her people-first approach was shaped early on while working in her family’s retail business, where she learned the value of supporting both employees and customers. Combining that mindset with a deep understanding of risk management, Stacey helps business owners see how the right benefits strategy not only strengthens their team but also safeguards their company’s future. She believes benefits should never feel like a burden—they should be a tool for growth, loyalty, and long-term stability. Stacey is committed to guiding business leaders toward solutions that truly make a difference.
Bossy Woo®: Unlocking Clarity, Courage, and Confidence for Your Ultimate LifeValerie Holden Intuitive Coach & Creator of Bossy Woo®Ready to stop playing small and start living boldly? In this empowering session, you’ll tap into the unapologetic energy of Bossy Woo®—a spiritual-meets-practical approach to creating a life that actually feels like yours. Learn how to get crystal clear on what you truly want, silence the self-doubt, and take soul-aligned action with courage and confidence. If you’ve been feeling stuck, this talk is your permission slip to rise, realign, and reclaim your purpose—on your terms.
Advanced Structures to Reduce TaxesCliff Morgan Financial StrategistLearn how this unique structure provides superior asset protection and tax benefits!
The 5 Pillars of Organizational ExcellenceAlicia J Alexander, MSL Expert in Organizational ExcellenceMs. Alicia J. Alexander, MSL Biography
Alicia J. Alexander, MSL (Master of Science in Leadership), is the Founder of Make A Difference Consulting in Pawtucket, RI. Ms. Alexander is a professional known for her leadership, organizational development, and coaching expertise.
Ms. Alexander is a published author on Organizational Development and Change in the collegiate journal for “The International Society of Development and Change.” Alicia is a contributor in the “The Book On Forgiveness." She has experience in consulting, particularly in helping organizations create positive workplace environments by leveraging concepts like Neuroleadership, Neuromanagement, Authentic Appreciation, and Workplace Forgiveness, and Organizational Trust.
Ms. Alicia J Alexander, MSL, holds a Master of Science in Leadership from Grand Canyon University. She is pursuing a Doctor of Education degree in Organizational Leadership. Ms. Alexander resides in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, with her family.
Resonance and Connection: Marketing and Sales for People who are allergic to marketing and salesAnn Hession Soulpreneur Success CodeWhy are some healers, coaches, and leaders known and sought after, having a huge impact, while others -- who may be just as gifted -- struggle to find clients and even make living? The answer lies in Resonance and Connection, and learning how to use your own unique and authentic being as the path to creating a message that draws people to you. Easy? No, but it is Simple, and you'll see the path forward for yourself in this eye opening exploration of how connection and resonant communication is the key to it all.
Duct Tape Is Not a Business Strategy: Stop patching. Start building. Grow like you mean it.Brandi Cox Tech Systems StrategistMost coaches don’t fail because of lack of skill—they fail because their business runs them. In this session, Brandi Cox reveals how to stop patching your business with “duct tape solutions” and start building systems that actually scale. She’ll share proven frameworks for automation, delegation, and implementation so coaches can reclaim their time, boost retention, and grow sustainably—without adding more work. Attendees will walk away knowing how to identify tasks to offload without losing quality, set up automation that sticks, and build a business structure that supports long-term success.
Business IT consulting and services +1Creating Custom Systems Business Scaling +3Discovering your "Why"!Darren Crosby Director of Business DevelopmentLearn how you can separate your personal assets from your business and get access to financing without any personal guarantees!
The Myths and Magic of MarketingJennifer Robertson Your Marketing MavenIn today's competitive marketplace, effective marketing is crucial for small businesses aiming to grow and thrive.
This presentation will share with you some of the myths there are around marketing and the magic that can make your marketing MAGNIFICENT!
Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your current marketing efforts, this presentation will offer valuable guidance on how to take your business to the next level. Join us and discover how effective marketing can unlock new opportunities for growth and success!
How to Enroll Clients with Ease in 10 StepsKristina Jensen Sales and Enrollment StrategistIn this value-packed conversation, Kristina leads you through how to close prospects on enrollment/sales calls in the ten steps that she has used to close millions of dollars in revenue for coaching, programs, and courses over 15 niches in the past 2 years alone. Kristina explains the why, what, and how of each step as she guides you through the process, showing you how sales and enrollment can be enjoyable. When you take the pressure off yourself and your client, you are freer to have deeper connections through conversations that convert.
Authentic SalesSetting Your House in OrderMichel HancockLife is full of uncertainties, but true leadership begins with preparation. In this powerful session, we’ll explore the importance of not guessing, but knowing—having the right plans in place for life’s unexpected moments. From wills and estate planning to proper insurance coverage and actionable strategies, you’ll learn how to safeguard your family, your business, and your legacy. This talk will challenge you to think beyond today, embrace responsibility, and put systems in place that bring peace of mind and stability no matter what comes your way. Whether you’re a business owner, professional, or community leader, this session will equip you with practical tools to set your house in order and lead with confidence into the future.
Road to Wealth - Simplified.Scott Johnson Road To WealthWhat you have not been told...will get you there.
What I Learned from Networking as a Dog TrainerYuki*+ Dog TrainerDuring my first in-person networking event after years of isolation, I unexpectedly burst into tears. That moment of overwhelm became my greatest teacher — revealing what dogs experience when they face stress, pressure, and misunderstanding. Through that mirror, I discovered the real meaning of compassion: the courage to meet fear with gentleness. In this talk, I share how lessons from the leash can reshape the way we lead — in business, relationships, and everyday life. You’ll be reminded that calm doesn’t come from control, but from connection — and that the most powerful leadership often begins with empathy, presence, and heart.
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