Andrea Beach is an entrepreneur, investor, humanitarian, and a highly acclaimed life & business coach. Andrea focuses on middle-aged women as they are often examining what the rest of their life is going to be like. She helps them reinvent their trajectory and become the best version of themselves and experience their ultimate dream life. She will discuss the future of consumer engagement through technology and how she helps companies and individuals reach their full potential by learning and putting new ideas into action.

                                           

 

ABOUT ANDREA BEACH

Andrea Beach has empowered thousands of people from all around the world. Having started, grown and sold several successful companies, she is considered a leading authority on business, technology and consumer behavior. She is founder and chief of several companies, ranging from custom, software, and mobile app development to healthcare, and IOT networks. Her newest venture is Lifeunleashed.online, whose mission is to help women get un-stuck and live the life they’ve always wanted, As a certified hypnotherapist using NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) DHE (Design Human Engineering) and AI Artificial Intelligence, she works with Fortune 500 companies, mentoring a variety of start-up and growth-stage companies.

Dennise M. Kowalczyk is a multi-passionate creative, 2nd Act entrepreneur, who provides online and relationship marketing strategy to women entrepreneurs. Dennise will discuss how as a business relationship consultant, she uses relationship based digital marketing strategies to empower women entrepreneurs to understand and leverage their marketing tools.

 

                     

 

ABOUT DENISE M KOWALCYZK

Denise is an advocate of building a big life one small adventure at a time as The Adventure Broad; the founder of Dames Who Do RI, a women’s social group that explores the plethora of offerings in the Ocean State and Dames Who Dine, content creation showcasing some of the fabulous eateries in Rhode Island. She co-founded Cocktails & Conversations, an event that convenes women for connection and discussion about various topics. She also co-founded ShePVD, a festival celebrating women artists in Rhode Island. She is an aspiring author and filmmaker who is also an actor. She is a world traveler who loves to share stories and loves making new friends. As a Business Relationship Consultant, she works together to build awareness about the brilliant thing that your business is bringing to the world. She does this by doing an initial strategy session. conducting a digital presence assessment, creating a marketing plan, and much more! 

Kristin MacRae is an award-winning organization and efficiency expert. She is known for making simple, working organized systems based on how you and your family function. She will discuss the benefits of organized systems including saving time and money, stress reduction, and efficiency in your own home.

                                                         

ABOUT KRISTIN MACRAE 

MacRae is the author of Living an Organized, Energized Life! Her book is a step by step guide to getting you organized. She founded her award-winning organizing and efficiency business in 2012 to help clients save time, money, reduce stress, and create a more efficient, productive lifestyle. Kristin has personally worked with over 800 clients and given more than 200 presentations—her passion for organizing and efficiency is undeniable! She sees the potential in any space or project and brings enthusiasm and effectiveness to every job. When clients work with her, they get her—she personally handles every project without a team. Originally from Rhode Island, Kristin and her husband, Dave, moved to Northeast Georgia in 2019 and relocated to Bonita Springs, Florida, in 2022. She looks forward to helping clients get motivated, organized, and energized!

Paula Marshall: the CEO of the Bama Companies, Inc, which manufactures oven-ready products for customers in the quick-service and casual restaurant industry and private label products for retail in more than 17 countries.

As CEO, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – “People Helping People Be Successful”. Paula is the author of five books, including Finding the Soul of Big Business. Paula will give tips on how to make work fulfilling and productive, building effective teams, how to communicate more effectively, and how to create win-win situations.

Dr. Eil will discuss tools and education for diabetes management including nutrition, meal planning, exercise, measuring blood glucose, medication management, diabetes and pregnancy, insulin pump therapy, support groups, and resources regarding current trends in diabetes treatment. He also discusses how to live a healthier life and prevent the complications that can arise from not controlling your diabetes. November is National Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country seek to bring attention to diabetes. In the condition of diabetes, the pancreas can't make enough insulin, or any insulin, or the cells don't respond to insulin properly. This makes diabetes one of the major dysfunctions of the endocrine system Diabetes is a complex chronic condition that requires care and education to prevent the potential complications this disease can cause. Diabetes management is often a vital part of diabetes care. Southcoast Diabetes Management Program is an American Diabetes Association certified program that allows us to offer a comprehensive series of classes designed to give adults and their families the knowledge they need to live confidently with diabetes.

 

                           

 

ABOUT DR ELI

Dr. Eil holds a medical degree and Ph.D. in biochemistry from the University of Chicago. He completed a fellowship in endocrinology at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD. Dr. Eil also completed a visiting fellowship in medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. A practicing endocrinologist for over three decades, Dr. Eil is a member of numerous professional societies, including the Diabetes and Endocrine Society of Rhode Island, of which he is president. Dr. Eil is also a retired Captain in the US Naval Reserve. Dr. Eil is board certified in Internal Medicine and in the subspecialty of Endocrinology and Metabolism.

Dr. Danilo Décio, MD, MBA, a Bariatric Surgeon, at Southcoast Health. specializes in Bariatric Surgery and Weight Management. He will discuss the Step-by-Step Surgical Weight Loss Program including who are the appropriate patients for bariatric surgical procedures including laparoscopic surgery, obesity factors, what to expect from the office visit with the surgeon, nutritional and psychological evaluations, pre-op testing, pre-op workshops and educational classes, surgical procedures, ongoing post-op support including support groups and maintenance nutritional programs.

                             

 

Dr. Décio and the team at Southcoast Health have helped more than 8,800 patients with Non-Surgical Weight Loss Management, Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery, Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy, Bariatric Revision Surgery and support groups. Dr. Décio completed his Bachelor of Science in Food Science Human Nutrition with minors in Business and Chemistry at the University of Florida. From there, he received his Medical Doctorate at the University of Florida College of Medicine. He then furthered his medical expertise receiving a Master of Business Administration with a focus in Medical Management from the University of Massachusetts Amherst Isenberg School of Management.

Paula Marshall is the CEO of the Bama Companies, Inc, which manufactures oven-ready products for customers in the quick-service and casual restaurant industry and private label products for retail in more than 17 countries. As CEO, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – “People Helping People Be Successful". Paula is the author of four books, including Finding the Soul of Big Business. Paula will give tips on how to make work fulfilling and productive. She will touch upon how people, especially the employees and customers are the reason for business and how employees who understand this theme will succeed. 

ABOUT PAULA MARSHALL

As Bama’s Chief Executive Officer, Paula provides strategic leadership and direction to the entire organization. Her vision stands as a beacon for Bama team members, inspiring the organization to achieve the Bama mission – “People Helping People Be Successful”. Paula assumed responsibility as CEO of the Bama Companies in 1984, which now includes Bama Pie, Bama Foods, Bama Frozen Dough, Beijing Bama and Bama Europa. Under her leadership, Bama has expanded to provide a wide variety of frozen desserts and baked goods to fast food chains and casual and family dining restaurants. Paula received her Bachelor of Science in business from Oklahoma City University (OCU) in 1982, and her PhD in commercial science, also from OCU, in 1993. Paula is the author of four books and believes all business people must embrace both entrepreneurship and management to succeed.

https://thepaulamarshall.com/story/ 

                    

                           

Genomind is one of the first mental health focused pharmacogenetic testing services. Seema will discuss how Genomind's technology helps healthcare providers to quickly assess how a individuals unique genetic make-up can impact their medication response side effect risk and how you can make more informed decisions about your mental health and wellness plan with your healthcare provider.

 

                         

 

ABOUT SEEMA PATEL

 Seema Patel is a Medical Science Liaison at Genomind – a unique personalized medicine platform that brings innovation to healthcare around the world. Genomind, comprised of pioneering scientists and thought leaders in psychiatry, neurology and genetics, delivers actionable insights to clinicians, healthcare partners and individuals in order to improve the quality of human life. Using her expertise in pharmacogenetics and psychopharmacology, Dr. Patel provides clinical consultations for pharmacogenetic test result interpretation to providers treating patients with mental health conditions. She is also responsible for enhancing and updating technological platforms and pharmacogenetic tests to improve the delivery of mental health.

CCA Health Rhode Island is a mission-driven healthcare services organization that offers high-quality health plans and care delivery programs designed for older adults and individuals with significant needs. CCA’s mission is to help individuals who are eligible for Medicare or dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid receive the care they need in a way that improves their overall health and well-being and lowers the cost of their care. Headquartered in the heart of Providence’s Innovation & Design District, CCA Health Rhode Island officially entered the local market in 2021 and has been growing its presence in the Ocean State ever since.

                                                   

Marcy Reyes, director, market strategy & planning, CCA Health Rhode Island and Stephanie Gill, director, business & provider partnership development, CCA Health Rhode Island. Stephanie and Marcy will discuss CCA Health Rhode Island’s mission and care model and the importance of community-based, person-centric care delivery strategies. We’ll also discuss various gaps in the healthcare system when it comes to so-called social determinants of health; highlight a few philanthropic programs CCA Health Rhode Island is leading in the communities they serve; and touch on Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period, which runs from Oct. 15 – Dec. 7.

 

                                                                                  

In SILENT VOICES: People with Mental Disorders on the Street, eminent psychiatrist Dr. Robert Okin offers heartfelt, heartbreaking, and harrowing stories that capture the reality of being homeless along with practical strategies to stem the flow of Americans living on the streets.Dr. Okin will discuss solutions to the homeless crisis including the critical need for practical measures to create supportive, affordable housing for the mentally ill and those at risk. He will also talk about the impact of personal loss for these individuals and how they are able to perceiver.

                                                         

ABOUT DR ROBERT OKIN

Dr. Robert Okin is Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry at the University of California at San Francisco School of Medicine. He has served as an expert consultant with DRI for almost 20 years. He served as DRI’s lead psychiatric expert on technical assistance projects and investigative missions for almost 20 years in Armenia, Azerbaijan, Hungary, Mexico, Paraguay, Peru, Romania, Turkey and Ukraine. In his book, Robert L. Okin, MD focuses on recognizing our common humanity with the homeless as the crucial first step in solving the problem of homelessness. He spent two years on the streets of San Francisco talking to homeless people, and later returned to follow up on their situation. Again and again, he was struck by the “bravery and tenacity” of individuals who wind up homeless.