2024
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Balancing Economics and Empathy
The past few years have been marked by unprecedented challenges that continue to reshape the business landscape. Now, companies must go beyond profitability to incorporate compassionate leadership into their strategies. Our conference aims to address these complexities by providing actionable solutions that balance financial and human elements.
This "must-attend premier event" is designed specifically for business owners, executives, and managers seeking to redefine the role of leadership in financial strategy. As an attendee, you will benefit from a day filled with thought-provoking keynote presentations, dynamic panel discussions, and valuable networking opportunities. For our second year, the theme is, “Balancing Economics and Empathy.” Exploring how businesses can sustain financial growth while prioritizing the well-being of communities, employees, and customers.

Guest Speakers


Elaine F. Marshall
North Carolina Secretary of State
SPECIAL GUEST
Conference Opening Remarks

Dr. Michael Barbera
Chief Behavioral Officer
Clicksuasion Labs
OPENING KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Inside the Mind of Today’s Consumer: Behavioral Shifts in the U.S
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Brentley Wright
President
Brentley Wright Consulting
SESSION SPEAKER
The Balance Sheet of Empathy

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Laura Valentine
Clinical Director Overcomers Counseling Center Co-Founder - Lavni, Inc
SESSION SPEAKER
Prioritizing People & Profits

James Sills
President & CEO
Mechanics & Farmers Bank
FIRESIDE CHAT
Leading with Empathy in Challenging Economic Times

Dr. M. Keith Daniel
Co-Founder & Managing Director
Resilient Ventures
PANEL SPEAKER
Ethical Investments: Balancing Shareholder Expectations with Social Responsibility

Tom Droege
Co-Founder
Resilient Ventures Fund II
President - Droege Computing Services
PANEL SPEAKER
Ethical Investments: Balancing Shareholder Expectations with Social Responsibility

Carrie Peele
Visionary Founder
Jade Lending
PANEL SPEAKER
Ethical Investments: Balancing Shareholder Expectations with Social Responsibility

Barron Damon
Managing Partner
Business of Coaching and Consulting
CLOSING KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Integrating Empathy into Corporate Strategy: Social Responsibility

City Club Raleigh
150 Fayetteville St # 2800
Raleigh, NC 27601
Our 2024 Business Financial Leadership Conference will be held at City Club Raleigh.