RIT's Annual Connectology Leadership Advancement Conference
2012 Speakers
RIT is proud to welcome Pete Mockaitis to RIT! Pete Mockaitis
is an author, speaker, and consultant who has touched thousands
with his insights on accountability. “Pete has enriched Fortune
100 corporations, high-growth startups, major nonprofits, and
assorted student groups. His first book on student leadership is
available for free online. This work has earned him recognition
as one of 10 Outstanding Young People of Illinois.
We are thrilled to welcome Pete to Rochester!
Pete Mockaitis Takeaways
"Pete filled the room with energy and did much to create a teaming culture-
never an easy task for a sales force! I wish I had a dollar every time I heard
one of them quote Pete"
Graham Peck
Founder, Marketech
"I saw Pete speak at a national conference in DC on a screen live-broadcasted
to the overflow room. At the conclusion of his speech, the whole room stood up and
cheered loudly. I laughed thinking, ‘He can’t hear you!’ That pretty much sums up how
awesome he is"
~Megan Zerwic
Student, University of Illinois at Chicago
David Ramsey, founder and owner of Leadership Discovery, has a
background in leadership development, employee relations, change management
and 20+ years of experience as a facilitator. David has spent the past three
years working as an independent consultant providing consulting services to
several clients. Find out more at http://www.dramsey.net/About-Us.html
Past Speakers
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Jay Rifenbary
Internationally renowned corporate speaker, trainer and consultant Jay Rifenbary educates and motivates corporate teams and conference attendees through his world-class, on-site professional training and development seminars, workshops and keynote speeches.
A resident of Saratoga Springs, NY, Jay is president of the Rifenbary Training & Development and author of the international best-seller, No Excuse! - Incorporating Core Values, Accountability and Balance into Your Life and Career," awarded "Book of the Year" by the North American Book Dealers Exchange.
Jay is a professional speaker, trainer and consultant. For the last 18 years, he has provided his expertise in the areas of personal development, leadership, and communication training to org and schools across North America, Europe and Asia.
Jay received his Bachelor of Science degree from the United States Military Academy at West Point, with a concentration in Nuclear Physics.
From being a former qualified Airborne/Ranger, Military Commander, Sales Professional, Corporate Manager and Entrepreneur, Jay brings a unique background of interpersonal skills and business experience to each of his training and speaking engagements.
Within his community, Jay is Vice President of the Saratoga Springs City School District Board of Education, Board of Directors for the Saratoga Springs YMCA, Board of Directors for Patriot Hills of New York, Board of Directors for Saratoga Bridges, a member of the 20th Congressional District Service Academy Selection Committee, and a columnist for the Saratogian newspaper.
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Valli Swerdlow
Valli Swerdlow, MSW, an Executive Leadership and Career Coach, brings over 20 years of executive search recruiting, counseling, professional sales, client services, entrepreneurship and networking skills to her work at VALLI Associates www.valliassociates.com.
She is known as a speaker, facilitator, columnist, and workshop leader who has appeared as a guest on both TV and radio. Her clients have included global, international companies as well as nationally recognized industry players. She has effectively built a deep and broad network of industry contacts that allows her to be on top of the latest developments in a rapidly changing landscape.
Valli is a certified coach through the Leadership and Executive Coaching Program at the University of Rochester, Rochester, NY. She received a MSW degree (Clinical Therapy with individuals, families and groups) from Boston University and a BS in Business from RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology). In addition, she is certified to administer a variety of 360° assessments for corporations, organizations, and individuals as well as being a 360Reach Branding Analyst. Valli also is a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), the largest worldwide resource for professional coaches, and the source for those seeking a coach. She is a former board member of Metro DC PFLAG, oversaw all the groups in MD/VA/DC, and is a support group founder and facilitator.
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Virginia Clark
In addition to earning bachelor's and master's degrees from RIT in Hospitality and Service management, Virginia Clark serves as Vice President for Community Affairs at Constellation Brands Inc., an international producer and distributor of premium wines, beers and spirits with annual sales totaling $3.77 billion. and is an executive board member for the New York Wine and Culinary Center in Canandaigua, NY.
Clark has also been involved in fundraising for Finger Lakes Community College Foundation, the Greater Canandaigua Family YMCA, and Mercy Flight Central. Clark has been honored by the Canandaigua Chamber of Commerce and the Business and by the Professional Women's Club as 2009 Athena Award recipient. The Athena award is given to those who demonstrate excellence, creativity and initiative in their profession; contributes to the community; and assists women in realizing leadership potential.
Ginny Clark has also helped shape community outreach efforts by overseeing outreach support to Haiti in the wake of the 2010 earthquake. Ms. Clark is an example of a great business leader and a great steward in her community.
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