2023 Foundations Of Wellness Gasparilla Speakers

Jennifer Freed, PhD

Talk: What Psychological Astrology Can Teach Us about Ourselves

Jennifer Freed, PhD. Freed talks about her new book A Map to Your Soul. There are four elements—fire, earth, air, and water—that exist in nature and within us all. Knowing your personal map of these four elements offers a way to personalize your self-care rituals and design your best life: one that fully expresses your special gifts. Why do we generally fear speaking our truth, the journey into self-acceptance, big friendships, and romantic chemistries? Learn how to negotiate the different parts of ourselves so you can live a fully expressed life.

Jennifer Freed, PhD Bio
Jennifer Freed PhD is the best selling author of Use Your Planets Wisely and a renowned psychological astrologer and social and emotional education trainer. She has spent over thirty years consulting clients and businesses world wide on psychological, spiritual, and educational topics. She has served as the clinical director of Pacifica Graduate Institute and is national consultant for EMDR (Post Traumatic Growth Therapies).

As a regular contributor to goop, Jennifer has written over 23 articles on wellness and Astrology, and Jennifer has penned ten books relating to personal growth. She has also been interviewed for her expertise by the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Vogue.

In 1999, Jennifer and her partner Rendy Freedman created the non profit AHA!, which is dedicated to teens, families, and educators feeling safe, seen, and celebrated. AHA! has served over 35,000 children and families in Santa Barbara, and  Jennifer has trained educators throughout the country in the five pillars of social and emotional learning: self-management, self-awareness, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision making.

Websites: /www.jenniferfreed.com
Instagram: @drjenniferfreed
Twitter: @drJenfreed
Facebook: @jenniferfreedofficial

Robert J. Hariri, MD, PhD

Talk: Life Force and Longevity: How New Breakthroughs in Precision Medicine Can Transform the Quality of Your Life & Those You Love

Dr. Hariri will offer insight into strengthening our life force by describing a wide array of groundbreaking treatments, cutting-edge biotechnologies, innovative medical approaches, and lifestyle changes in order to improve the quality of our physical and mental health and maintain vitality.

Learn about stem cells and CAR T-cells, the ultimate fighters against cancers in highly personalized treatments. Understand focused ultrasound gene therapy, nutraceuticals, PEMF, ultrasound, and custom made drugs. He will also talk about the importance of quality sleep, mindset and how to treat strokes.

Robert J. Hariri, MD, PhD Bio
Dr. Hariri pioneered the use of stem cells to treat a range of life-threatening human diseases and continues today to make transformative contributions in the fields of immuno-oncology and cell therapeutics along with tissue engineering and functional regeneration. He is widely acknowledged for his discovery of pluripotent stem cells derived from the human placenta, and as a member of the team that discovered the physiological activities of tumor necrosis factor (TNF). He holds over 170 issued and pending patents for discoveries including placenta-derived stem cells, which Nature recognized as one of the ten most important patent estates in the field. He has authored over 150 published chapters, articles, and abstracts.

Dr. Hariri was the founder and CEO of Anthrogenesis Corporation, and after its acquisition by Celgene Corporation, served as CEO of Celgene Cellular Therapeutics which was spun-out in 2017 to form Celularity. Dr. Hariri also co-founded the genomic-based health intelligence company, Human Longevity, Inc. and serves on numerous public boards including Cryoport (NASDAQ:CYRX).

Books:

He recently co-authored a new book with Tony Robbins and Peter Diamandis called
Life Force: How New Breakthroughs in Precision Medicine Can Transform the Quality of Your Life & Those You Love

Bjoern Woltermann

TALK: Win the longevity game. How to use personalized fitness to build lasting strength and resilience.
Bjoern Woltermann emphasizes the significance of the "longevity game" mindset in health, wellness, and relationships. Highlighting the importance of seeking sustainable solutions for long-term well-being rather than short-term fixes, comparing it to an infinite game where the goal is to keep playing. He discourages time-bound quick fixes and encourages finding practices that can be maintained for the long haul. Improving our physical strength is one of the most critical factors for healthy aging. We’ll dive deep into the importance of strength and muscle mass, why traditional fitness modalities fall short as we age, and how full-body EMS training can help increase strength, stability, and range of motion.

Bjoern Woltermann Bio

Bjoern Woltermann is the Founder & CEO of Katalyst, which utilizes full-body Electro Muscle Stimulation (EMS) technology to make working out easier, faster, safer and more effective than ever before. A startup and tech veteran with a master's degree in international economics, Bjoern became acutely aware of the challenges with traditional fitness when he took 150 flights per year while suffering from chronic back pain. Bjoern’s physician introduced him to EMS training and, after training once per week for six weeks, he was pain free and in noticeably better shape. This began a ten-year journey to introduce full-body EMS to the US market and help all people live longer, healthier and happier lives.

Prior to founding Katalyst, Bjoern led product management teams at ImmobilienScout24 (the Zillow of Europe) and, following the acquisition by Deutsche Telekom, served as VP of Emerging Technologies for the telco conglomerate, leading teams in 15 countries. Bjoern is passionate about helping people, learning and problem solving, leading to 11 patents to date. Now based in Las Vegas, NV, he is a devoted husband and uncle who loves to explore the world off the beaten paths, enjoy great food, and pursue a healthy lifestyle.

Website: www.katalyst.com

Jim Dethmer & Deborah J. Burditt

Talk: How to Develop Your Strengths Using the Enneagram System

Jim Dethmer and Deborah J. Burditt will take you on a interactive journey through the wisdom of the famous Enneagram personality system. Prior to the session you will learn which one of the 9 personality types you embody. This fascinating session will not only shed light on your motivations, behaviors and fears, it will help you make the most of your strengths to achieve your full potential. After this experience you will also gain deep empathy for yourself and the loved ones in your life. This incredible team from the Conscious Leadership Group has worked with well over 1000 leaders across all industries, including CEOs and top leaders of Fortune 200 companies.

Jim Dethmer Bio

Jim Dethmer is a coach, speaker, author, and founding partner at The Conscious Leadership Group. He has personally worked with over 150 CEOs and their teams to integrate conscious leadership into their organizations. Jim also leads monthly Forums for select leaders in Chicago and New York, and trains coaches through The Conscious Leadership Group. He has spoken at Conscious Capitalism, Wisdom 2.0, Mindful Leadership Summit, Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management, and USC School of Medicine Greenville (where conscious leadership is part of the curriculum). He is co-author of High Performing Investment Teams, and The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership, an Amazon bestseller (2015). Jim lives in Chicago with his wife Debbie, and in Michigan, their soul’s home, when they’re recharging during the summer months.

Deborah J. Burditt Bio

Debbie is an Enneagram expert who teaches leaders how to effectively use the wisdom of the Enneagram in their lives and organizations. Debbie has studied with the world’s leading Enneagram experts. Her training includes certification with the Palmer/Daniels Enneagram Professional Training Program and The Enneagram in Business. She participates in the Enneagram Narrative Learning Community with Helen Palmer and other experienced students of the Enneagram who want to explore deeper self-development. Before dedicating herself to teaching the Enneagram, Debbie practiced law in Chicago for over twenty-five years. She holds a JD from Northwestern University School of Law. She lives in Chicago with her husband, Jim Dethmer, and delights in their six children and her many grandchildren.

Website: www.conscious.is
Twitter: @consciouslg
LinkedIn: Conscious Leadership Group
Facebook: consciousleadershipgroup

David Starbuck Smith

How Stress Plays Out in Our Bodies & What To Do About It

David is a national expert in pain and posture and its roots within the mind and body connection. In this talk he will share the details about the two things that cause pain in your body - posture and emotional stress. Are your shoulders rolled forward, is one higher than another? What about your feet and hips? He will explain, that when the mechanics of your joints are off - you may experience neck pain, shoulder pain, hip pain and also be prone to many types of injuries. David’s core message: pain can act as a messenger. Find out about where worry, anxiety, hurt, resentment and rage typically show up in your physical body and what do to about it. Learn why anything is possible to heal.

Amanda Haas

Cooking Deep Dive

Amanda Haas Bio:
”Amanda Haas is an accomplished food writer, cooking instructor, video host, and cookbook author. She has contributed to over a dozen cookbooks and written three of her own, including the best-selling book “The Anti-Inflammation Cookbook: The Delicious Way to Reduce Inflammation and Stay Healthy” (Chronicle Books, 2016) and “The Vibrant Life: Eat Well, Be Well (Chronicle Books, August 2019).”

After spending seven years as the Culinary Director for Williams-Sonoma, Amanda struck out on her own to start Amanda Haas Cooks, a culinary content company focused on improving our health through food.  Most recently, Amanda launched “House of Haas,” an online cooking school that shares her passion for culinary instruction with people all over the world.    

Amanda continues to be a culinary ambassador for Traeger Grills and consult for other brands she loves, including Hestan Cookware, Breville Appliances, California Strawberries, and more. Amanda’s work has been featured in The Everygirl; The San Francisco Chronicle; Taste of Home Magazine; Katie Couric’s Wake-Up Call; and on the cover of Sunset Magazine. She is a graduate of Tante Marie’s Cooking School.

She currently resides in Northern California with her two teenage sons, Connor and Charlie.

Website: AmandaHaasCooks
Facebook: @amanda.haas.718
Instagram: @amandahaascooks
Twitter: @amandahaascooks
YouTube: Amanda Hass Channel
LinkedIn: Amanda Haas

Keith Mitchell

Sunrise Yoga & Yoga Deep Dive

Keith Mitchell is a former All-Pro NFL player turned celebrity Yogi. He is a motivational mindfulness teacher that incorporates NLP Processing and Programming. He studied nutrition and herbalism under the legend Dr Sebi in Honduras. He is Co-Founder of Terra Pi in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico and founder of @ChandraSeamoss. Mitchell is a fitness and wellness advocate, community activist, humanitarian and founder of the Light it Up Foundation. 

Website: KeithMitchell59.com
Instagram: @keithmitchell59
Facebook: @keithmitchell59
Twitter: @K_Mitchell59
LinkedIn: Keith Mitchell

Tracy Freeman, MD

Talk: Are You Tired? The Root Cause & Remedies for Fatigue

BB&R’s Chief Medical Officer peals back the onion on the question she gets asked most in 2023. Fatigue can really take away our ability to enjoy our lives. It can be caused by our adrenals, hydration issues, gut health, caffeine and foods high in refined sugars and highly processed grains. Fatigue can also be rooted in thyroid issues, anemia, mold, sleep patterns and toxins. Learn how to boost your iron, B12 and D, ramp up your sleep cycles and keep depression, stress and anxiety at bay.

Tracy Freeman, MD Bio
Dr. Freeman Integrates the most effective treatments from holistic and conventional medicine to bring her patients the most innovative approach to true healing. Dr. Freeman’s progressive methodology is grounded in decades of experience searching out the root cause of disease. As a mother of a child with autism she has a personal understanding of the challenges patients face. Doctor Freeman breaks down the most important topics in wellness today bringing the insights of a physician and the compassion of a mother.

Website: www.tracyfreemanmd.com
LinkedIn: Tracy Freeman MD