Planting Seeds, Growing Leaders

In this presentation, Drew Dudley will show us how being willing to try something even if you think you might fail is a characteristic of leadership. He will discuss the fundamental differences between confidence and courage; share a process for systematically overcoming fear; and provide a decision-making framework that helps individuals stand by the decisions that scare them the most.

This presentation will provide you with the insights necessary to make positive, momentum-building decisions when your instincts tell you to “wait and see.”

Called one of the most inspirational TED speakers in the world, Drew Dudley is on a mission to redefine leadership. With more than five million views, his TED talk “Everyday Leadership (The Lollipop Moment)” proved that leadership is not a characteristic of an elite few, but one that lives within us all. Through his high-energy talks, Dudley shares practical and actionable insights on creating cultures of leadership that lead to higher levels of pride, productivity, happiness, and retention. He empowers audiences and equips them with the tools needed to make a difference, at home and work.

In this presentation, Anthony McLean will illustrate how empathy is at the heart of both diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work and mental health awareness, and that psychological safety and creating a sense of belonging are central to both. He will guide us through approaching mental health and DEI with empathy, understanding how systemic racism impacts mental health, and seeing how microaggressions are the “death by a thousand papercuts” to a sense of belonging.

This interactive presentation will help you bring more compassion and courage to the work of fostering anti-racism and mental wellness in your practice.

With a background in theatre, Anthony McLean delivers lively, actionable presentations on mental health, diversity & inclusion, and the intersection between them. He shows audiences how to foster an environment of empathy, acceptance, and mental well-being to enhance EDI work and optimize individual and team performance. A respected voice in his field, McLean has delivered inspiring talks across the world, rocking the stage at hundreds of events. He is passionate about education and credits teachers for making the biggest difference in his life. Delivering research-backed tools and actionable strategies, he leaves audiences inspired to bring their best every day.

Planting Seeds, Growing Leaders

Courage: Leadership Impact in Action with Drew Dudley

Belonging: The Intersection of Mental Health and DEI with Anthony McLean