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Where we start as men and allies is different for each of us. Sorting an approach to inclusion and equity at work is as personal as our cultural programming and the lived experiences that make us who we are. The Better Man Conference utilizes authentic leadership and strategic storytelling to model the vulnerability and empathy required to shift us from curious to connected and aware allies.
Our virtual program via webinar is designed to engage audiences through inspiring speakers, active Q & A, peer networking, and meeting rooms, plus tactical takeaways from featured subject matter experts and relevant resources.
OPENING & WELCOME
9:00 – 9:15 PT
Responding Instead of Reacting for Allyship
Founder Ray Arata to set context for listening, and connecting for empathy and allyship.
INTERACTIVE EXERCISE
9:15 – 9:30 PT
Where Mindfulness Meets the Heart
Jason Gant, Mindfulness and EQ Coach, leads us through an experiential practice.
*Interactive exercise
KEYNOTE
9:30 – 10:05 PT
Listening vs Hearing — Setting the Distinction for Human Connection, Empathy and Compassion
Mark Christofaro, co-founder and CEO of the ListenFirst group
*10 minutes LIVE Q & A
FIRESIDE CHAT
10:05 – 10:30 PT
Calling Out vs. Calling In: The benefits of “calling in” cancel culture for connection and healing with Loan Tran, organizer, writer, and educator, with Jennifer Brown, entrepreneur, speaker, author, and diversity and inclusion expert.
*10 minutes LIVE Q & A
BREAK
10:30 – 10:40 PT
10 Minute Break
WORKSHOP EXPERIENCE
10:40 – 11:15 PT
Nita Baum, founder, b*free, will lead an embodied conversation exploring how listening to ourselves is a key to empathy and connection with those around us.
*10 minutes LIVE Q & A
PANEL DISCUSSION
11:15 – 11:50 PT
TOOLKIT CONVERSATION
LISTENING AS AN ALLY — CALLING OUT VS. CALLING IN
Moderated by Eduardo Placer, founder, Fearless Communicators
with panelists:
Ashu Bahkle, Vice President, Engineering, Internet of Things Group @ Intel Corporation
Nita Baum, founder, b*free
Mark Christofaro, co-founder and CEO of the ListenFirst group
Panelists will share their experiences with personal/professional breakdowns around listening and allyship, and reflect on their related victories around listening and allyship. The conversation will include learning and tools responsible for their victories.
*10 minutes LIVE Q & A
WRAP UP
11:50 PT / 12:00 PT
Closing and Commitment to new actions led by Ray Arata
We look forward to seeing you online!
For group ticket purchases of 10 or more, please contact Michele at michele@bettermanconference.com
