Recently, prominent economists such as Paul Krugman and the U.S. media are raising an alarm over the "rise of the robots," claiming that the robots are eliminating more and more jobs and thus they will be bringing huge societal impact. What exactly is happening in the field of robotics today that warrants this kind of discussion and what …
Jan Oldenburg, a former member of TMD, will talk about her personal health journey to being en empowered health consumer as well as discuss the actions you can take to improve your experience as a consumer, patient or caregiver. She'll also talk about the impact patient activation and engagement is having on the healthcare system as a …
The cornerstone of building great scenes in improvisation is, "Yes, and." This concept means embracing and adding onto others’ suggestions (offers), so that we can create something better together. This simple phrase is also a powerful philosophy for life. What exactly can improvisation teach people about marketing, creativity and risk-taking (read: failing and learning!)? It …
Where is humanity headed in space and how do we get there? Darlene Lim is part of the Planetary Systems team at NASA where she seeks to enable discovery and science on other planets when our explorers are humans as well as robots. She'll talk about the Moon, asteroids, and Mars; and the research she's …
What is genius? And how you can you bring more of it to your life and business? Join Taryn Voget for a fascinating look at the ingredients of genius. In this intimate, interactive talk, Taryn will show you how to harness the elements of genius and ignite your life and your business. Taryn Voget is …
Sara Geber will challenge us to rethink retirement. She will lead a discussion that includes the following: How will you spend the next 20-30 years? Where will you live? How well do you like yourself (and your spouse!) at this age? How healthy are your key relationships? What will give your life meaning and purpose? …
Lorraine Hariton recently left her post as Special Representative for Commercial and Business Affairs at the US Department of State. Appointed to this position by Secretary Hillary Clinton in 2009, Lorraine was responsible for outreach to the business community and led efforts in global entrepreneurship, innovation and international women’s business leadership. Prior to her role …
In times past, it was normal for women to be initiated to awaken their innate powers of body, heart, mind and spirit. In our modern Western world much of the knowledge of women's initiations has been lost. Megan Wagner, PhD, has traveled the world studying women's rites of passage, why they were lost and what …
