Jenni Cantron Keynote Speaker - Founder 4Site Group
Jenni Catron is a leadership coach, author and speaker. Her passion is to cultivate healthy leaders to lead thriving organizations. She speaks at conferences and events nationwide, seeking to help leaders develop the clarity and confidence to lead well. As Founder and CEO of The 4Sight Group, she consults organizations on leadership, team culture and organizational health. With over 20 years experience in corporate and non-profit organizations, Jenni has a passion for helping leaders “put feet to their vision”. Jenni is the author of several books including Clout: Discover and Unleash Your God-Given Influence and The 4 Dimensions of Extraordinary Leadership. She loves a fabulous cup of tea, great books, learning the game of tennis and hiking with her husband. Jenni can be found on social media at @jennicatron and at www.get4sight.com.
Kelly Howell Morning Keynote - The Mommy CEO
Lisa King Executive Director Global Purchasing (Retired) - Ford Motor Company
Janel Trull Executive Director at the Cape Coral Museum of History
Janel Trull received her Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Southern California, and her Master of Arts in Public History from the University of West Florida. A 25-year Museum veteran, Janel has worked throughout Florida, with her career often focusing on preserving and curating collections. She has worked with collections of original documents and photographs, vintage automobiles, antique clothing, and everything in between. She has researched, curated, designed, and installed numerous exhibitions, as well as written accompanying exhibition catalogs. Prior to joining the Cape Coral Museum of History as Executive Director in 2019, she worked as Associate Curator at the Flagler Museum in Palm Beach, FL for 5 years and was the Curator for the Elliott Museum in Stuart, FL for 7 years before that. Janel is a graduate of the Chamber of Commerce of Cape Coral’s Leadership Class of 2020, served as Co-chair in 2021 and chair in 2022. She graduated from the Chamber’s Advanced Leadership class in 2021. She served on the Cultural Resources Branch of Resilient Lee that was put together after Hurricane Ian. She currently serves on the Florida Southwestern State College Institutional Review Board.
Zahily Peraza-Higgins MSN, APRN-C Founder & Owner of LifeSynergy
Zahily (sigh-lee) Peraza-Higgins, MSN, APRN-C, is founder and owner of LifeSynergy Wellness. She is a Board Certified Nurse Practitioner with an impressive background. She graduated with honors from Florida Gulf Coast University and furthered her education by graduating Summa Cum Laude from South University with her degree in Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner. With over 12 years of nursing experience, Zahily has gained valuable expertise in various healthcare settings, including the ICU. Zahily has dedicated 7 years of her career to pulmonary and critical care, allowing her to develop a deep understanding of complex medical conditions and treatments. Her extensive experience in this field has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide exceptional care to her patients. In addition to her expertise in critical care, Zahily is highly knowledgeable about medical weight loss and hormone replacement therapy. She is a member of the North American Menopause Society and holds multiple certifications in the field of weight loss. She understands the unique challenges individuals face when it comes to weight management and hormonal imbalances. With her comprehensive understanding of these areas, Zahily is able to provide personalized and effective treatment options to her patients. Originally from Puerto Rico, Zahily has been a resident of Cape Coral for 30 years. This local connection allows her to have a deep understanding of the community's healthcare needs and provide tailored care to her patients. Zahily's commitment to excellence, combined with her extensive experience and knowledge, makes her a valuable asset to her patients. They can trust in her expertise and compassionate approach to health & wellness.
Officer Mercedes Simonds Public Affairs Officer, Cape Coral Police Department
Officer Mercedes Simonds is the Public Affairs Officer for the department and is assigned to the Office of the Chief of Police. Officer Simonds started with the Cape Coral Police Department as a patrol officer in July 2022. Prior to that, she was a police officer for the Montgomery County Police Department in Maryland for 3 years. She has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Southeastern University in Florida and a Master of Science in Forensic Psychology with a specialization in Police Psychology from Walden University.