Growth

BRAD ARONSON authored the US national bestseller HumanKind: Changing the World One Small Act a Time, which is full of true stories about how one small deed can make a world of difference. Forbes called HumanKind, “The most uplifting and life-affirming book in years.” HumanKind has been featured in PEOPLE, The Wall Street Journal, FOX, USA Today and others. Contact Brad at: bradaronson@gmail.com

Brad will be speaking at Be the Story They Tell: Living a Legacy of Kindness Through Moments that Matter which has two sessions on 16th October: the first from 17.00 to 18.00 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here and to register click here [registration link to be added].; and then a similar  session a few hours later from 21.00 to 22.00 BST – for more information click here and to register click here [registration link to be added].

DR BETTINA BUABENG BAIDOO is a medical doctor, debate coach, motivational speaker, and author. She graduated from the University of Pretoria with distinction and as the top Family Medicine student. She has a master’s degree in public health from the University of Cape Town which she attended on a Mandela-Rhodes scholarship.  She is co-executive director of the International Working Group for Health System Strengthening. She is also co-founder and editor of the Social Justice Stories series, a collection of short stories written by high school students in South Africa.

Bettina will be speaking at Embedding Values to Improve Quality of Care: A Global Dialogue on 8th October from 13.00 to 14.30 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.

MARIE MARTHE BLANC is a Sophrology Practitioner based in Bath, UK, offering individual and group sessions both online and in person, in English or French. She is passionate about making Sophrology accessible to all and regularly runs workshops and wellbeing events for private and corporate clients. Learn more at www.mariemartheblanc.com

Marie-Marthe will be speaking at From Autopilot to Alignment: A Guided Sophrology Mind-Body Practice – with Marie-Marthe Blanc on 16th October from 09.00 to 09.45 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.

RHONDA L. BOWEN is a global strategic communication guide with 40+ years’ experience working with people from 70+ countries who are BEST professionals (business, engineering, science and technology). She supports others through interactive sessions called success swarms, based on swarm intelligence. The process: wispiration in action, wisdom plus inspiration shared to find practical applications.

Rhonda will be speaking at Reflections Between Worlds: Discovering Values in Nature, Humanity, and AI on 16th October; three separate interactive 30-minute sessions will be held during the day at 09.00, 13.00, and 18.00 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information on the 09.00 session click here and to register for the 09.00 session click here; for more information on the 13.00 session click here and to register for the 13.00 session click here; for more information on the 18.00 session click here and to register for the 18.00 session click here.

DR CHRIS DUNCAN is the CEO of Association of Heads of Independent Schools in Australia and former head of several schools. He holds a Masters Degree in International Education Policy from the University of Melbourne, and a PhD in Australian education policy. He is a member of the Steering Committee of the Global Alliance for Values-based Education (GAVE).

Chris will be speaking at The Future of Education – what sort of world do we want? on 15th October from 08.00 to 09.00 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.

ANNETTE EBBINGHAUS is a Master Sophrologist, Resilience & Wellbeing Coach and Speaker helping young professionals, students, teachers and professionals reach their full potential, personally and professionally. She also teaches Sophrology to coaches, school counsellors and wellbeing professionals. Based in Switzerland working online and in-person in one to one, group and workshop, retreat settings. www.trulybalance.com

Annette will be speaking at From Autopilot to Alignment: A Guided Sophrology Mind-Body Practice – with Annette Ebbinghaus on 16th October from 17.00 to 17.45 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.

EBEN GREENE believes that authentic connection and soul expression are pathways to wholeness and transcendence. As the vision keeper for ShiftUp and the creator of the ValYou symbols, Eben brings a depth of experience to accelerate purposeful growth for individuals and businesses. His top two core ValYous are Courage and Soulove. His “Be You More” mission is all about supporting people to heal, grow and empower themselves.

Eben will be speaking at Room to Bloom: Bring Your Vision to Life on 16th October from 22.00 to 23.00 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.

CORINNE GUION is a Sophrologist and Wellbeing & Resilience Coach, experienced manager, coach, and mentor with a career spanning over 25 years, Corinne now works with individuals to help them deal optimally with whatever challenge they are facing. She also champions wellbeing in the workplace, where she runs courses/workshops. She has a private practice in London SW7 and, also works online. https://corinneguion.com/

Corinne will be speaking at From Autopilot to Alignment: A Guided Sophrology Mind-Body Practice – with Corinne Guion on 16th October from 11.00 to 11.45 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.

JENNY HAASE has spent her career in Leadership/Organizational Development, primarily in the areas of Client/Employee Experience, Event Design, and C-Suite Business Support Partner. Founder of “Kindness from the Heart,” Jenny believes that Kindness is a superpower, unleashing an energy that ripples in ways unimagined… touching countless lives and transcending generations. Her mission? To share a compelling vision for creating a Legacy of Kindness … in our communities, organizations, and across the planet. Contact Jenny at: haase.jenny.17@gmail.com

Jenny will be speaking at Be the Story They Tell: Living a Legacy of Kindness Through Moments that Matter which has two sessions on 16th October: the first from 17.00 to 18.00 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here and to register click here [registration link to be added].; and then a similar  session a few hours later from 21.00 to 22.00 BST – for more information click here and to register click here [registration link to be added].

ASHOK HANDA is Professor of Vascular Surgery and Director of Teaching in Surgery at Oxford University and Consultant Vascular Surgeon at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford. He is Co-Director of the Collaborating Centre for Values Based Practice in Health and Social Care based at St Catherine’s College, Oxford, and is responsible for education and research for the centre. He is Fellow in Clinical Medicine and Tutor for Graduates at St Catherine’s College.

Ashok  will be speaking at Embedding Values to Improve Quality of Care: A Global Dialogue on 8th October from 13.00 to 14.30 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.

MARYBETH HYLAND is a bestselling author, facilitator and coach on how to create a thriving life and business through values-alignment. She’s a published thought leader in The Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, and New York Times to name a few. When she’s not facilitating, she can be found on horseback in the mountains of Idaho wrangling cattle on her quest to become a homesteading cowgirl!

Marybeth will be facilitating Living Your Future Values Today: Micro-Habits for a Purpose-Driven Life on 16th October from 18.00 BST to 19.00 BST (UTC/GMT+1)  For more information on the event click here, to register for the event click here.

DR SHANGUFA KAPADIA is Professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies, and Hon. Director of the Women’s Studies Research Center at the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, India. Her primary interest is in cultural perspectives in human development with special focus on adolescent and youth development, gender and women’s issues, parenting and socialization, morality, and immigration and acculturation. She has significant international cross – cultural research and teaching experience. She is a member of the GAVE Steering Committee.

Shagufa will be speaking at The Future of Education – what sort of world do we want? on 15th October from 08.00 to 09.00 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.

SHWETA KAPUR has an MBA in International Business and is a Burnout Coach for Women. She is Director at Association of Living Values Education (ALIVE) where she is also an International Facilitator. She is currently the Basic Education Stream Leader for V20 South Africa. She conducts virtual values-based workshops globally and in-person sessions in schools and organizations across South Africa. She is a canvas & resin artist, interior decorator, mother of two, and wife. Her creative pursuits and family life fuel her balance and joy.

Shweta will be speaking at Smart Parenting in the AI Era on 19th October from 16.00 to 17.30 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.

DR NAGAMANI KRISHNAMURTHY is an educational psychologist and pioneering researcher and visionary leader in early childhood development, dedicated to cultivating emotional intelligence through innovative metacognitive strategies. As the founder of transformative programs that empower children and young people, she champions a collaborative three-pillar approach, uniting children, parents, and educators for holistic growth. She is a distinguished trainer and life and career coach, inspiring countless students and parents to unlock their potential and thrive. She works across UK, Asia and in rural India.

Dr Nagami will be speaking at Smart Parenting in the AI Era on 19th October from 16.00 to 17.30 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.

SUSAN LEPLAE MILLER is a women’s health ‘change agent’, consultant, speaker, author and poet who developed the mantra “Know your value, live your values” as a way to inspire authenticity and impact with individuals and teams. With 30 years experience in Operations (Partnerships, Product, and Supply Chain Management), Susan understands the inner workings of business and how teamwork and collaboration fuels results. As Founder of Pieces of I, Susan helps purpose-driven leaders embrace change and move to emboldened action. She has created a dynamic partnership ecosystem and the SHAPE framework to deliver programs that inspire wellness and wellbeing.

Susan will be speaking at Room to Bloom: Bring Your Vision to Life on 16th October from 22.00 to 23.00 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.

PROF TERRY LOVAT is Emeritus Professor at University of Newcastle (Australia), Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Oxford (UK), Honorary Professor at the University of Glasgow (UK), and Adjunct Professor at Royal Roads University (Canada). He is a former Dean of Education and Pro Vice-Chancellor at Newcastle, and has served on many government boards and committees. His research spans across philosophy, theology, and curriculum theory. His most recent research focuses have been on values education and Islam. He was the chief investigator of research and practice projects from the Australian Values Education Program (2003-2010). He is a member of the Steering Committee of the Global Alliance for Values-based Education (GAVE).

Terry will be speaking at The Future of Education – what sort of world do we want? on 15th October from 08.00 to 09.00 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.

LIZ MURPHY a former steering group member of the UK Values Alliance, now focuses on increasing wellbeing and values-based living through a mind-body approach. Sophrology—”the study of consciousness in harmony” is a mind-body practice which emphasises the development of personal values. Liz leads the Sophrology Academy, providing accredited training courses and wellbeing programmes, and co-leads the Out In The Field retreats initiative for frontline workers. Liz also serves as President of the International Sophrology Federation.

Liz will be speaking at From Autopilot to Alignment: A Guided Sophrology Mind-Body Practice – with Liz Murphy on 16th October from 08.00 to 08.45 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.

SARAH PENGELLY is Curriculum Developer at Human Values Foundation and has helped produce both The BIG Think values-based programmes: The BIG 3 + ME for Early Years PSED and The BIG 5 for Primary PSHE. She taught in London Primary schools for 12 years, studied for an MA Educational Psychotherapy and previously worked at BBC Creative Services. Sarah is passionate about education equality, pupil voice, teacher wellbeing and the development of the whole-child.

Sarah will be speaking at The BIG 5 for World Values Day: Values for the Future on 16th October from 16.00 to 17.00 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.

SHAILEEN SHAH is a Happiness Coach, Speaker and Trainer. He is certified in The Science of Happiness and shares through Happy Life Habits, a business for good. Happy Life Habits Positively Impacts Happiness & Well Being Levels by creatively and uniquely combining Personal Development + The Science of Happiness + Spirituality.

Shaileen will be speaking at What Values Would You Die For? On 16th October from 16.00 to 16.45 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here. He will be speaking later the same day at Happiness Booster: A Shot of Positivity from 20.00 to 20.45 BST – for more information click here, to register click here.  

TORAL SHAH has an MBA in Retail & Financial Management, and is a Jewellery Designer by profession. She is a Director at Association of Living Values Education (ALIVE) where she is also an International Facilitator. She has led values workshops across India, South Africa, and globally. She is a wife, a mom to two wonderful kids, and someone who loves creativity, hiking, and board games. For her, values aren’t abstract—they shape how we live, love, and lead every single day.

Toral will be speaking at Smart Parenting in the AI Era on 16th October from 16.00 to 17.30 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.

SANDRINE SINGLETON-PERRIN is a Sophrologist and Director of Community Wellbeing at The Weave. She helps entrepreneurs and founders prevent burnout and build sustainable success through mind-body practices that reconnect them to their values and inner resources. Sandrine offers group and individual sessions, both online and in person. See https://sophrologyforlife.com/ and  https://www.wearetheweave.co.uk/

Sandrine will be speaking at From Autopilot to Alignment: A Guided Sophrology Mind-Body Practice – with Sandrine Singleton-Perrin on 16th October from 12.00 to 12.45 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.

IPEK WILLIAMSON is a Transformation Strategist and Leadership Partner with over 20 years of corporate experience. She guides individuals, teams, and organizations to build resilience, strengthen emotional intelligence, and navigate change with clarity and purpose. As a global meditation teacher on Insight Timer, her 130+ meditations have been played over 350,000 times. Ipek also facilitates impactful workshops, programs, and trainings that support mindful leadership and high-performance cultures rooted in presence and growth.

Ipek will be speaking at Room to Bloom: Bring Your Vision to Life on 16th October from 22.00 to 23.00 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here

AUDREY ZANNESE is a Sophrologist in Leeds helping professionals to manage stress, chronic fatigue and pain. She’s also Education Director at The Sophrology Academy, training individuals to become the new generation of sophrologists. https://www.stepintosophrology.co.uk

Audrey  will be speaking at From Autopilot to Alignment: A Guided Sophrology Mind-Body Practice – with  Audrey Zannese on 16th October from 10.00 to 10.45 BST (UTC/GMT+1) – for more information click here, to register click here.