Jes Averhart is a 4th generation entrepreneur, creator of Reinvention Road Trip® and 3x award-winning author. As the CEO and principal consultant of Jes & Co, she advises high-performing individuals and corporate teams as a master certified life coach and professional leadership advisor.

Over the last two decades, Jes has worked with a portfolio of Fortune 500 companies, public sector organizations and high-performing individuals interested in increased personal growth and greater professional impact. Her 20 years of cross-industry corporate engagement means she’s worked with Amazon, Palo Alto Networks, The Kroger Company, Google for Startups, Microsoft, Cisco, North Carolina Advocates of Justice and Blue Cross Blue Shield, just to name a few.

Sharon A. Hill brings the polish of corporate America to audiences worldwide. With an MBA and over two decades of experience as a development and marketing manager at Fortune 500 powerhouse IBM, Sharon knows what it takes to succeed in today's competitive business landscape.

As founder and president of Sharon Hill International, she combines her corporate expertise with certified training from the American Business Etiquette Trainers Association to deliver transformative speaking experiences. Her unique approach weaves together business etiquette, workplace diversity, and organizational behavior insights from her MBA research.

Sharon has become a sought-after authority on American business etiquette, empowering companies, universities, professional associations, and individuals to navigate the modern workplace with confidence and grace. Whether you’re climbing the corporate ladder or building your own empire, Sharon's practical wisdom helps you make every impression count.

Table Topics 

In addition to our keynote speakers and casual networking opportunities, there will be the opportunity to engage with attendees through "table topic" conversations led by key industry leaders which include:

Erica Singleton
Making the Connection Stick
Learn how to turn quick introductions into lasting professional connections.

Lisa Brown
Busy Is Not a Badge of Honor
Redefine success, ditch burnout, and find balance that feels powerful and peaceful.

Jennifer Halloran
Stuck in the Middle with You
Navigate caring for parents and kids with empathy, balance, and self-care.

Hallie Thompson
Design Confidence
Use your personal style to tell your story and project confidence.

Jessica Bryan
Mindful Pages: The Write Way to Well-Being
Discover how journaling supports mindfulness, calm, and clarity.

Rebecca Hankins
Strong Women, Strong Communities
Celebrate women driving community change through storytelling and connection.

Tanya Maness
Your Future, Your Finances
Build confidence and clarity in your finances at every stage of life.

Theresa Robinson
AI Isn’t Coming for Your Job—It’s Coming for Your To-Do List
Let AI handle the busywork so you can focus on what matters most.

Rozz Tyburzsky
You Can’t Think Your Way Out of Stress
Reduce stress by listening to your body’s wisdom—not just your thoughts.