Impact Breakfast: Building a Culture of Respect & Belonging

In today’s dynamic work environment, leaders play a pivotal role in creating a culture that not only promotes respect and inclusion but also enhances employee well-being and productivity. This event, presented by industry expert Adam Brooks, will provide you with actionable insights and strategies to build a workplace where every employee feels a true sense of belonging.

In this session, you will learn:

• The Value of Respect and Inclusion: Discover how these core principles drive professional conduct and contribute to a thriving organizational culture.
• Emotional Intelligence in Communication: Learn how to leverage emotional intelligence to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and build stronger relationships within your team.
• Key Traits for Cultivating Belonging: Identify and develop the traits necessary to foster a sense of belonging, fairness, and engagement among your employees.

A healthy work environment isn’t just about meeting business goals; it’s about creating a space where employees can thrive both mentally and physically. By attending this event, you’ll gain the tools needed to audit your current practices, address implicit biases, and implement strategies that ensure every team member feels respected and valued.

Don’t miss this opportunity to network with like-minded professionals and gain the knowledge you need to transform your workplace. Register today to secure your spot and take the first step towards building a culture of respect and belonging in your organization.

Adam S. Brooks is an education leader and technologist with experience in corporate training management, higher education leadership, learning experience (LX) and instructional design (ID), eLearning and ed-tech, new media communications and marketing, systems engineering and technology management.

Adam has served in progressive roles as a training Manager of Instructional Technology for an upscale retailer, Principal Instructional Designer of healthcare I.T. and EMR systems, the Director of Communications for a large college and PBS affiliate television station, a corporate trainer and academic educator, and an eLearning developer and Learning Management Systems (LMS) administrator. With more than twenty years of experience producing award-winning initiatives, he is honed as a change agent who builds high performing teams and seeks to apply applicable emerging trends with industry best practices to support organizational goals.

A passionate "positive deviant" and entrepreneur who is excited to share his enthusiasm, Adam is a frequent guest speaker and contributor. Adam has also founded and hosted a number of community events highlighting innovation and startups including “THE Geek Fest,” “BarCamp Charlotte,” and “EdCamp Charlotte.”

Location: Rio Salado College Conference Center

Date: Wednesday, November 6

Time: 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Breakfast and Networking 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. | Presentation 8:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Breakfast burritos and coffee will be provided.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Rio Salado College - Conference Center, 2323 West 14th Street, Tempe, United States