Keynote #1

In a world where uncertainty seems constant and change comes faster than ever, it’s easy to feel stuck or discouraged by failure. But failure isn’t a finish line. It’s feedback! “Bouncing Forward: How to Propel Forward Through Failure” reframes how we see setbacks, transforming them into powerful opportunities for growth, innovation, and renewed hope.

Led by resilient speaker and lifelong beginner-learner Jessica Maren, MAT, you’ll receive tangible, actionable steps (not just vague inspiration) to transform failure into forward momentum. Combining cutting-edge scientific research on resilience, hope, and positive adaptation, this presentation gives your audience a clear, evidence-based path toward rebuilding, renewing hope, and thriving in times of transition.

• Discover the real power of failure and how to transform setbacks into fuel for growth and innovation.
• Learn proven, research-based methods to extract lessons from the past and channel them into meaningful change.
• Walk away with daily, science-supported habits to strengthen resilience and build a lasting sense of hope.

We live in an age of constant connection, but many people have never felt more disconnected. Social media was built to bring us together, yet for millions of people it’s become a source of anxiety, comparison, and burnout. In this powerful keynote, Jessica Maren, MAT challenges the narrative that social media has to drain our energy and instead shows audiences how to reclaim it as a force for good.

With more than a decade of public online presence, from her early blogging days to reaching audiences in over 50 countries, Jessica has experienced firsthand the highs and lows of life in the digital spotlight. Backed by both personal experience and scientific research on digital wellbeing, she shares a proven framework for creating a healthier, more hopeful relationship with social media. This is not just theory; it’s a practical, research-driven guide to protecting your mental health while thriving in a connected world.

• Actionable strategies to transform social media habits, helping attendees protect their mental health and build resilience in their daily lives
• Research-backed mindset tools to reduce anxiety, comparison, and burnout online, so attendees leave feeling empowered and focused
• Create long-lasting value for both attendees and organizations by teaching attendees how to leverage social media as a positive force for personal growth and professional success