As the U.S. election approaches, tensions are already running high—and they’ll only rise further in its aftermath. As a leader, how do you keep your team united when political divides run deep?
Join our November 7th panel discussion for insights from industry experts on how to navigate the heightened emotions and charged atmospheres that come with post-election uncertainty. You’ll walk away with strategies to lead with confidence and emotional intelligence (EQ), build trust, and foster open communication within your teams—even when views clash.
This timely conversation will give you the tools to grow as a leader and guide your team through a polarized and tense post-election period. Join us to learn how to foster unity, trust, and effective communication no matter what challenges lie ahead.
Dov Baron is a speaker, facilitator, podcast host, and bestselling author, specializing in Creating Cultures of Belonging. For over 30 years, he has helped leaders explore their Emotional Source Code™ to build Fierce Loyalty. His models, used globally by leaders, foster loyalty and purpose through emotional connection.
As CEO of Dov Baron International, Dov's been named a Top 30 Global Leadership Guru and a Top Leadership Speaker by Inc. Magazine. He hosts The Dov Baron Show and has written bestsellers like Fiercely Loyal and One Red Thread.
Brian Lanier has over 20 years of experience coaching business leaders across various North American industries. Before his training career, he was a Regional Vice-President at Starbucks and Director of Operations for KFC-Canada.
Brian holds an MBA from Saint Mary’s University in Halifax and studied journalism at the University of Houston. Brian is also Vice-Chair of the Advocacy Committee for a non-profit group focused on ending systemic racism for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.
Michele Lau Torres is a transformative leader in Organizational and Performance Development with over 20 years of experience in designing talent and engagement programs. She currently serves as Deputy Chief Learning Officer for the City of Austin, where she leads initiatives that enhance employee development, organizational culture, and inclusivity across City departments.
Michele’s career includes consulting for organizations like the U.S. Air Force and Ascension Seton, empowering leaders to build high-trust, emotionally intelligent teams. She is a certified Texas Commission on Law Enforcement instructor, DISC practitioner, and holds a Bachelor’s in Business Management from Liverpool John Moores University, England.
Leslie Nydick is a recognized expert in conflict resolution, communication, and negotiation. She empowers organizations and individuals to reimagine conflict as an opportunity. As the founder of The Conflict Strategist, Leslie delivers tailored services to facilitate resolutions for a wide range of issues involving the workplace, contracts, team dynamics, and much more. Her role as a Mediator, Arbitrator and Neutral, spans the public and private sectors.
Leslie is the Host of Let’s Talk About It, a livestream podcast. She is also the Author of The Strats, her blog of impactful micro-strategies. In 2023 and 2024, Leslie has been recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice for Conflict, Negotiation, and Communication. Her experience includes being an Adjunct Faculty member at New York University since 2008, where she teaches courses in Conflict, Negotiation, and Cross-Cultural Communication. Leslie holds a B.S. from Cornell University – College of Human Ecology.
Connect with Leslie at TheConflictStrategist.com
Mickey Fitch-Collins, PhD is a lifelong education professional with a passion for performance management, leadership, and professional development. She has worked in higher education, educational technology, and training, where she finds the most energy in her work. Mickey has held various leadership roles, managing teams, facilities, and initiatives, and has also had the opportunity to teach unique topics at the collegiate level.
