During her presentation, Rhonda discussed moving away from the status quo and emerging from stereotypes which may be placed upon you. How can you practice avoiding average or status quo solutions/expectations and also rise above stereotypes related to your generation, gender, or other groups which you identify?

During her presentation, Cyndi discussed overcoming challenges during her road to being elected an Oklahoma state representative. What challenges have you faced in your leadership journey (or see yourself facing in the future), and how have you best met and overcome these challenges (or plan to meet them in the future)?

Chief of Staff Benge focused his message on pragmatism and working with individuals who may not always agree with your views. What are you doing now, or what can you do, to engage with those who may view things differently, and what strategies or practices can you use to try and find solutions to challenges.

During Melissa’s presentation she discussed integrating her passion(s) throughout her professional career. What is your passion and how do you align your passion with your future professional and personal goals?

During Ann’s presentation, it was clear throughout her career others were impressed with her work and commitment to professional opportunities and personal development. In her comments she mentioned “Your network, is Your net worth.” How are you being intentional in developing your networks and relationships with professional and personal colleagues?

Michael Carolina discussed advancing technologies and the importance of leaders to embrace these developments. What did you find the most intriguing part of his discussion and what steps can you take as a leader to embrace technological advances in your career and leadership roles?