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Alive Career Conference: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

There is so much to see and to learn from our industry experts and keynote speakers. Join us at the conference for a transformative experience designed to support you with your career breakthrough whether you're a recent graduate, seasoned professional, or going through a career transition.

Our 2026 conference helps professionals navigate the age of AI with confidence, clarity and practical strategies. The future doesn't belong to people who know the most AI tools. It belongs to people who know how to adapt, lead, learn and build meaningful relationships.

2026 Speakers and Partners

Rashmi Jain - CIO/Partner Zeal IT Consultants
Ida Spritzer - Author, Inner Divinity Attraction
Lola Adey, MBA - CEO, Nard AI consulting, Founder VibeCode Africa
Cynthia Nwaubani, CPA - Founder & CEO Wubani Holdings
Lisa M. Ong, PCC, CPA - Founder, Wishing out Loud
Tammy Nguyen Lee - President/Co-Founder Against the Grain Productions
Arman Amiri - Partner Salvatori- Scott Inc. & Investor
Dustin Jones - CHRO
Virgina Macari Smurfit - Entrepreneur & Humanitarian
Elizabeth De Moraes - Founder, E.L.I Productions
Dr Remina Panjwani - Board certified in internal medicine & functional medicine
Laila France - Creator of the Laila France show
Paola Hadjilambri - Award winning actress, playwright, educator
Lori Baird, PA-C - Advanced orthopedic, Regenerative & Functional Wellness Care
Dr. Supriya Thiru, MD - Neurologist, healthcare leader, author, entrepreneur
Karla Hutcherson - Licensed professional counselor, personal trainer, host of The Mental Lift Podcast
Orieta Barbetta - Marketing executive and influencer, Samsung
Michelle Scott Harris - IT enablement and PMO leader, DFW Airport
Shivani Sharma - Fortune 10 Digital Transformation enablement lead, Philanthropist

Keynote Speakers & MC

Melissa Peak - Chief Growth Officer, Servant.

Kimia Penton - Founder Alive Career Conference®

Melissa Peak - Chief Growth Officer, Servant.

Keynote Speaker

Paulo Orosz - President RobotLAB DFW

Kimia Penton - Founder Alive Career Conference®

Melissa Peak - Chief Growth Officer, Servant.

Keynote speaker

Kimia Penton - Founder Alive Career Conference®

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Expert Panelists

Expert panels on branding and presence, burnout to breakthrough, and HR perspectives on talent, development and self advocacy. Our panels are led by industry experts who focus on practical strategies for success in business.

An exclusive workshop on Authentic Leadership

Join us for a creative and science based workshop on self-discovery, authentic leadership and relationships, and building a fulfilling and impactful career. Music, story telling and organizational psychology principles are woven together for an impactful experience.

Networking and Group Fun!

Connect with professionals and industry leaders while having fun in engaging networking and creative activities. Here, we build authentic relationships and community.

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Alive Career Conference: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

2026 Speakers and Partners