The engaging speakers at Rise Above each had strong delivery of their messages and I was pleased to depart with their offering of perspective. We all experience challenges in life and this event occurred at a time when I happen to be faced with several significant stressors, in both work and personal aspects. With themes of courage & belief, imagination & inspiration, motivation & desire, resilience & balance...I was instilled with the reminder that we are all responsible for our own actions and outlooks and that our approach is within our own power to control.

I found myself reflecting on personal relationships and the effect they've had on me, and conversely, my effect on them. How we personally define success, what that looks like, our commitment to it and the accountability required to be a strong leader are all components that stood out to me. One of the notes I wrote down (yes, I still use pen & paper) was to never make someone else's tragedy about yourself. I'm certain this will help maintain my own balance and perspective moving forward.

I will certainly be attending again in the future,