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Lauren Najjar loves being a mentor because she enjoys meeting artists from around the world who share her love for animals. She particularly enjoys teaching grooming and connecting with those who are nervous or timid, helping them relax and enjoy the process. She appreciates going back to basics to enhance her appreciation for the trade.

The interview features responses from various individuals about their organization's participation in the Security LeadHER conference. They express excitement about the opportunity to support women in the security industry, promote diversity and inclusion, and network with other professionals. The conference is seen as a chance to address biases, learn from industry leaders, and empower women to advance their careers.

Jill Nesbitt from Revere Partners will be at booth 1038 at the AAL. They are interested in speaking with orthodontists who want to diversify their investment portfolio and support innovative solutions in the dental industry through venture capital. They offer investment opportunities in early-stage companies and a tech evaluation service.

The Rhetorical Roar Toastmasters International Club stands out by creating a sense of home and belonging for its members. It supports and celebrates their strengths and weaknesses, helping them overcome challenges and achieve their personal and professional goals. The club also takes an interest in members' personal lives, work-life balance, and supports entrepreneurs and emerging leaders.

Danielle Aymar from Zen Dog Spa believes that Paragon Groomer Training has significantly increased their revenue and profit by enabling groom technicians to groom dogs effectively, resulting in higher-priced services and more grooming appointments, ultimately bringing in more money for the business.

Ron Scott, managing director of Bakery and Snacks Manufacturing at HEB, has attended the convention twice. He loves the baking industry's ability to evolve, particularly in terms of workforce, emerging trends, and technology to meet customer needs.

Chef J Michael Melton from Impossible Foods discussed their onsite tasting at booth 1878 in the South Hall. He highlighted their fully cooked burger patties, which are ready to reheat and serve in various locations. The patties are already available through distributors, and attendees are encouraged to visit their booth for a taste of their products.

Christine Schindler, CEO and Founder of PathSpot, discusses their featured product, a hand washing and sanitation hub that detects invisible contamination on employees' hands and uses data to improve food safety culture. They have expanded their offering to include temperature monitoring and real-time auditing for safety, health, and hygiene.

Karl Thorson, the Global Food Safety and Sanitation Manager at General Mills, has attended the convention for eight years. He loves working with the baking industry and enjoys the networking opportunities and collaboration, particularly in the field of food safety and sanitation. He is excited to see everyone at the convention.

Julie Webb, founder of JMW Collective, is a leadership coach in the insurance industry. She helps professionals embrace their signature style to unleash their leadership potential. Her workshop "See Your Signature Style" empowers women to navigate the challenges of leadership in a changing business landscape with assertiveness, inclusiveness, and authenticity.

Gifty Enright is an author, speaker, and women in the workplace expert with over 30 years of corporate experience. Her lecture focuses on gender-based traps that women encounter in the workplace, highlighting the importance of being aware and navigating them effectively. The lecture is interactive, with participation and practice exercises, providing examples and guidance on how to identify these traps and respond to them.

Andy Williams encourages people to take advantage of the Labor Day flash sale for CSCMP EDGE 2023 and join him at Booth #339 to discuss how robotics can revolutionize supply chain operations.

David Suson will be presenting on how to motivate and inspire employees in order to improve commitment, engagement, and overall performance. He will share case studies and an acronym to help attendees remember and apply these strategies. The presentation aims to help leaders attract, retain, motivate, and inspire employees.

Elena Miller suggests empowering employees to make decisions and hold them accountable, encouraging brainstorming and using A3 thinking as a solution to organizational problems, as it brings surprising results.

Bobbie Carlton, Founder of Innovation Women, praised AnswerStage for its assistance during the early stages of the pandemic. AnswerStage allowed Innovation Women to easily create virtual speaker sizzle reels and showcase their speakers to event managers. Carlton regularly recommends AnswerStage to event managers for promoting their events.

Coca-Cola's Simply Mixology is a new line of alcohol-free juice beverages inspired by popular cocktails. It has won the Fabby Award for 2023 and will be featured in the Coca-Cola Booth. The three varieties, strawberry guava Mojito, lime Margarita, and peach sour, can be enjoyed with or without alcohol and make it easy to create cocktails or mocktails without the need for additional tools or garnishes.

Chris Jones emphasizes creating a culture at Haley & Aldrich is where every team member feels heard, supported, and empowered in decision-making. He stresses the importance of addressing safety concerns promptly and involving the entire team in finding solutions. Communication and support from project managers are key in ensuring all concerns are addressed effectively.

Tosca DiMatteo, the Founder and CEO of Tosca Coaching and Consulting LLC, specializes in helping individuals and organizations overcome their inner critics and limiting beliefs. She believes that addressing these core issues can unleash potential, confidence, and results. Her signature talk focuses on understanding and transforming inner critic voices.