About Dr, Foster-Smith
Energetic, visionary, authentic and insightful, Rhonda Foster is a published and highly sought-after hospital consultant with a penchant for driving change, quality and organizational improvement. Her consultation experience has allowed her to provide expertise in the United States in community hospitals, academic medical centers and systems, as well as to organizations in Brazil, Abu Dhabi and Qatar.
In addition to being a consultant, Foster has a wealth of nursing administration and leadership experience, having served as vice president for clinical services and CNO for Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles, interim senior vice president and chief nursing and patient care services officer at City of Hope National Medical Center in Duarte, Calif.; interim CNO with St. Joseph Health—Sonoma County in Petaluma, Calif.; vice president of patient care services and CNO at Children’s Hospital of Michigan in Detroit; and assistant vice president of Women & Children’s Services at Mercy Health—St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo, Ohio.
She has earned a doctorate in education from Bowling Green State University, a Master of Public Health degree from the Northwest Ohio Consortium for Public Health, a Master of Science degree in nursing administration from Georgetown University, and a bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of Toledo, where she was celebrated as the Outstanding Alumnus in Nursing. In addition, Foster was honored by the Los Angeles Business Journal as a 2021 Women of Influence in Healthcare. She also holds numerous certifications and board appointments and has authored more than a dozen publications on nursing, leadership and quality improvement.
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EdD, MPH, MS, RN, ACC, FAAN
About Dr. Melinda Clarkson
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Las Vegas is a city celebrated for its bright lights, extraordinary entertainment, and endless possibilities. Yet beyond the glamour exists a community of remarkable individuals whose greatest contributions come not from the spotlight, but from their ability to connect, inspire, and make a difference. Among those individuals is Dr. Melinda Clarkson, a woman whose professional journey reflects the importance of communication, relationships, and purposeful engagement.
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With a background that includes promotional marketing and community connections, Dr. Clarkson represents an entrepreneurial spirit that continues to shape the evolving identity of Southern Nevada. Her professional associations with Get The Word Out! Promotional Marketing and LV Connections reflect her involvement in the world of business visibility and relationship-building.
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For Dr. Clarkson, the larger story is about the value of human connection in a world increasingly dominated by technology, social media, and fleeting interactions.
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Corporate innovation sessions
Leadership retreats
Universities & arts institutions
Wellness and performance spaces
Management and Booking Representative
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https://www.instagram.com/melindaclarkson/
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About Julius Mercer
Keynote speaker and author Julius Mercer shares his story of, full of trials and tribulations. Recalling his hurdles in life and how to persevere. How he became inspired to learned to inspire others.
Let Julius motivate you to:
"REMOVE THE STIGMA".
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Julius Mercer is an educational Storytelling leader with a strong and profound message. Julius talks about the stigma relating to low self esteem, being bullied and depression, in a way that is deeply personal. Sharing these stories and being transparent in doing so, allows his audience to be comfortable enough to totally relate.
His novels "A Fire In You" and his most recent, "A New Fire " are testaments to never giving up.
About Linda Ngo
Linda Ngo is a dynamic entrepreneur, strategic communicator, and purpose-driven leader whose work sits at the intersection of business, culture, and community impact. Known for her ability to connect vision with execution, Linda brings a powerful voice to conversations around leadership, representation, and building meaningful influence in today’s evolving landscape.
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With a background that spans communications, nonprofit leadership, and business development, she delivers insights that are both practical and deeply personal—grounded in real-world experience and a clear understanding of how to navigate complex spaces with intention.
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Linda’s speaking style is engaging, thoughtful, and empowering. She challenges audiences to think bigger, move with purpose, and lead with authenticity—while offering tangible strategies to turn ambition into action.
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Key Topics:
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Leadership with Purpose in Modern Business
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Representation, Identity & Influence
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Strategic Communication & Brand Positioning
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Building Impact-Driven Organizations
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About Sidra Bell
Sidra Bell is an internationally acclaimed choreographer, movement artist, and educator whose work explores the depth of human experience through movement, storytelling, and artistic expression. With a career spanning global stages and academic institutions, Sidra brings a unique and compelling voice to conversations around creativity, identity, and innovation.
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Her perspective bridges the worlds of art, performance, and personal transformation—offering audiences a rare look into how movement can serve as both language and liberation.
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As a speaker, Sidra is introspective, intellectually engaging, and emotionally resonant. She invites audiences to explore the power of embodiment, the importance of creative risk, and the role of vulnerability in both art and life.
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Creativity as a Tool for Transformation
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The Language of Movement & Storytelling
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Identity, Expression & Artistic Voice
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Innovation Through Vulnerability
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