Ryan Gottfredson
Bio: Ryan Gottfredson, Ph.D. is a leadership transformation expert, researcher, keynote speaker, and consultant who helps leaders become more future-ready in a world defined by complexity, pressure, and constant change. As the Wall Street Journal and USA Today best-selling author of Success Mindsets, The Elevated Leader, and Becoming Better, Ryan has become a trusted voice…
Read MoreBelinda Fu
Bio: Belinda Fu, MD, (@TheImprovDoc) is a family physician, medical educator, and improvisational actor. She is Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Medicine at the University of Washington, Director of The Mayutica Institute, an education and training organization, and an ensemble member of Seattle Theatresports. Dr. Fu is an international leader in the field of medical…
Read MorePeter Feysa
Bio: Before moving to Seattle to become a professional speaker and performance coach, Peter worked as a DNA biologist at Central Washington University. It was in Seattle where he created Conquer Any Fear Coaching and Achievement Mastery Systems, in addition to directing over 20 short films as a local film-maker. Peter’s entertaining and engaging stories,…
Read MoreDave Drummond
Dave Drummond is a film location scout and location manager based out of Seattle. He has worked with directors such as David Lynch, Richard Linklater, and Lynn Shelton and loves finding new ways to make the Northwest look great on screen. Dave has served as the location manager for several Seattle-based films and TV shows,…
Read MoreAmy Downs
Bio: In 1995, Amy Downs was one of the last survivors to be pulled from the rubble following the Oklahoma City bombing which killed 168 people including 18 of her 33 co-workers at the Federal Employees Credit Union. Embracing her second chance at life, Amy launched a campaign of self- improvement and empowerment. She went…
Read MoreBrent Dixon
Bio: Brent Dixon guides leaders through strategic crossroads. He works with credit unions and community financial institutions across North America to align teams, chart growth paths, and ship results. He publishes AI for FIs, a weekly newsletter tracking agentic AI for financial institutions. He founded Dixon Strategic Labs and co-founded Trabian Technology, a fintech studio serving…
Read MoreFrank J. Diekmann
Bio Frank J. Diekmann the publisher of The Cu Daily (www.thecudaily.com) and the CU Board Brief. He is the former Cooperator-in-Chief and co-founder of CUToday.info, a digital news and collaboration platform. Prior to founding CUToday.info, Mr. Diekmann founded Credit Union Journal, and prior to that co-founded Credit Union Times. Before covering credit unions, Mr. Diekmann…
Read MoreDan Diamond
Bio Dr. Dan Diamond is passionate about equipping leaders to thrive under pressure. He was the Director of the Medical Triage Unit at the New Orleans Convention Center following Hurricane Katrina, led one of the first medical teams into Haiti following their devastating earthquake, and deployed to the Philippines following Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan). He’s been…
Read MoreJedidiah Collins
Bio: Jedidiah Collins, known as the Fullback of Finance, spent seven seasons in the NFL where he was cut 13 times before earning his place and eventually becoming one of the top fullbacks in the world. His journey taught him a lesson that now defines his work: talent may get you noticed, but resilience is…
Read MoreLinda Cohen
Bio Linda Cohen, also known as the Kindness Catalyst, has been an internationally recognized kindness expert and in demand professional speaker on workplace culture for more than a decade. Her first book was published in 2011, 1,000 Mitzvahs: How Small Acts of Kindness Can Heal Inspire and Change Your Life. She is a TEDx presenter…
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