Jamie Valvano captivates audiences through emotional storytelling. Although she lost her father, Jim Valvano, in 1993, he created a powerful legacy that has continued to serve as her guide. Jamie draws wisdom from her own diagnosis of cancer, raising a special needs child, healing from loss, and gratefully embracing survivorship

Conceiving an audacious vision, surrounding yourself with a passionate team, and refusing to give up are the key components to experiencing your “cutting down the nets” moments. Jamie will share an unbelievable story of her father’s legacy, and her own battle to survive and advance through hardships. We will be inspired to examine every area of our lives as we contemplate the unimaginable that is within reach. 

Learning Objectives:
1. Identify methods for shifting an ordinary life outlook to one that is extraordinary and purpose driven.
2. Define what “cutting down the nets” moments have looked like in your past and what they can look like moving forward. 
3. Investigate the origin of Jamie’s emotional resilience and determine how this can be implemented in your own life experiences.
4. Outline action steps needed to transform your goals into bold and audacious visions.