Theme: Crossing the Rubicon

Have you ever experienced something so profound it changed the course of your life forever? Something that shook you to your very core? In those moments, we’re compelled to pivot, change direction, or Cross the Rubicon—vowing never to face that same experience in the same way. It causes us to think differently.
Come and hear from some awesome speakers who will share their experiences and leave you with positive take-a-ways and new insights.

Bishop Ranch
2600 Camino Ramon St.
Tenaya Room
San Ramon, California, 94583
United States

Ade Henderson

Assistant Vice President | Practice Director at Robert Half

For over ten years, Ade Henderson has been a beacon of inspiration in the non-profit sector, embracing a multitude of leadership roles with unwavering dedication. His profound commitment to mentorship has touched the lives of countless college students and teenagers, guiding them with a blend of wisdom and compassion as they navigate life and build lasting bonds and relationships. Now, as a visionary Director at a Fortune 500 company, Ade harnesses his belief in the power of human connection. He empowers individuals to ascend to their highest, to chase their professional dreams with an energy that ignites their spirits. A staunch advocate for mental health and inclusiveness. Ade is a dedicated and influential community leader.

Analiza Quiroz Wolf

Executive Coach

Passionate about unleashing talent, Analiza Wolf is an executive coach, HR consultant, and author of The Myths of Success: A Woman of Color's Guide to Leadership. With over two decades of experience across the military, education, technology, and non-profit sectors, she has served as a CEO of a $30M non-profit, U.S. Air Force Captain, and a brand manager at a Fortune 200 company. Analiza serves on the boards of AARP and Taylor Morrison (NYSE: TMHC) and specializes in driving transformative change, advancing equity-based leadership, and empowering leaders to tap into their authentic selves. A Fulbright Scholar and Aspen Global Leadership Network Member, Analiza graduated from Stanford University with her BA/BS, Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management with her MBA, and the Broad Center, now at the Yale School of Management, with her Master’s in Educational Leadership.

Charles Anderson

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Charles Anderson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the San Francisco Bay Area (Fairfield, CA). Charles received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from the University of Phoenix, and a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Phoenix as well. Charles is currently a Doctoral candidate at National University. Charles pursued his degree in Marriage and Family therapy after spending years in the construction industry as a project engineer working on Biopharmaceutical companies and Major Hospitals in Northern California. During this process Charles was the Executive Director for an Outpatient Dual Diagnosis Substance Abuse center in Fairfield, CA for 5 years until establishing his private practice. Charles was in the United States Air Force where he served as an aircraft mechanic seeing combat action in the Gulf War, Operation Desert Shield, and Operation Endure Freedom.

Jason Corder

Founder/CEO of Digital Addiction

Jason Corder, born in San Francisco in 1969, is a TEDx and Keynote Speaker and the founder and CEO of Digital Addiction Prevention, a company focused on giving people, young and old, the tools and mentorship needed to control their own mental and physical health. A graduate of Swarthmore College and a life-long storyteller, he created Kenya's first comedy-drama series, as well as its first reality show, and spent a decade as a successful producer/writer/actor exploring issues that affected Africans. Corder has concurrently enjoyed a career as a Cultural Envoy doing impactful projects for U.S. embassies around the world, focusing on issues that affect developing nations. Having spent more than two decades living abroad, in Africa and Europe, he hones this global perspective into talks, programs, podcast conversations and the like, to deepen dialogue and heighten perception. He lives with his three sons in Arizona.

Joy Sheppard

A Leader in Mindset and Empowerment

She’s a wife. A mom to an 9-year-old son. A healthcare practitioner. An International Federation of Bodybuilding athlete. Daughter of a Buddhist monk and Philanthropist mother. A community leader, co-founder of The Strongher Collective. And a keynote speaker. Joy bridges ancient wisdom and modern scientific research to explore universal themes of health, courage, inner confidence, and purpose. She drives home truths that can touch and impact any audience for the better. This is her why: “I gotta find myself to know myself. I gotta know myself to be myself. I gotta be myself to improve myself. I gotta improve myself so I can get over myself, so I can give myself to you.” -J. Maxwell

Miriam Jacobson

Triple-board certified Functional Medicine Dietitian

Miriam Jacobson is a triple-board certified Functional Medicine Dietitian who transforms lives by uncovering the hidden causes of chronic health challenges. By bridging the gap between conventional medicine and holistic wellness, Miriam guides both individuals and corporate teams to resolve persistent digestive issues, fatigue, and mood imbalances. As both a 9/11 and breast cancer survivor, Miriam looks beyond symptoms to explore the complex interplay of physical, biochemical, and emotional factors. By utilizing advanced diagnostic testing, targeted nutrition, and innovative mind-body techniques, she embraces the comprehensive approach of functional medicine to help her clients reconnect with their vital energy and innate resilience. Through her private practice, Every Body Bliss, and her corporate wellness programs, Miriam draws upon her 15+ years of experience to foster remarkable breakthroughs in individual health outcomes.

Pete Alexander

President Office Plants by Everything Grows

Professor Pete Alexander is the President of the interior landscaping company Office Plants by Everything Grows. In addition, he has served as an adjunct college professor for several universities, where he has helped inspire thousands of students to develop and apply key concepts of marketing specifically to their areas of interest. He's also a TEDx speaker and best-selling author on reducing stress - helping transform burned out unhappy workers, which costs U.S. businesses $1.9 trillion in lost productivity(1), into engaged employees. He’s a sought-after guest on podcasts, and lastly, but certainly not least, he is a certified Laughter Yoga Ambassador and improv comedy cast member, supporting his community to laugh more and stress less.

Serena Mazzola

Founder-Licensed Clinical Pshchologist

Dr. Serena Mazzola is the founder of Blackhawk Family Development Center, established in 2014 and based in Danville, California. She brings over 20 years of experience to her work with individuals and families, providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Dr. Mazzola’s professional journey began with foster children and at-risk youth in inner-city settings, and she has since expanded her practice to embrace clients of all ages. She is the creator of Mazzola Methods, an integrative, strength-based, solution-focused therapeutic care model that reflects her dedication to fostering resilience and growth in her clients. As part of her leadership, she trains and supervises a dedicated team of clinicians in the implementation of Mazzola Methods to ensure the highest level of care.Dr. Serena Mazzola is the founder of Blackhawk Family Development Center, established in 2014 and based in Danville, California.