Agenda
5:45 p.m. Guests + Speakers Arrive. Note: Refreshments and appetizers will be available
6:10 p.m. Guided Sound Bath with Naya Rappaport
6:20 p.m. Commencement with performance by the MVMT
6:25 p.m. Introduction of Guest Speakers
6:35 p.m. Discussion: Dance and Mental Health panel with Ryan Breslow, Jason Williams, Markus Schreyer, and Jey Van Sharp, moderated by Carl Navarro.
Panel Description: The MVMT hosts diverse professionals to discuss advantages of kinetic movement from an eclectic group of perspectives and experiences to benefit the well-being of an individual’s mental health.
7:05 p.m. Discussion: Corporate Responsibility for Mental Health in the Workplace, with Mark Goldstein, Kristen Snyderman, Carlos Larrauri, Ryan Breslow, Dr. Ekaterina Denkova, and Michael Finney.
Panel Description: Today, many people expect their employers to not only support mental health in the workplace but proactively take responsibility for it. A recent study showed that an overwhelming 67 percent of the professionals believe their employer is obligated to support their mental health and wellbeing at work, and 94 percent of employers agree with this notion. Thus, business leaders from managers to the C-suite are increasingly called upon to reassess how they handle employee mental wellbeing. In this panel, our experts will discuss the obligations of employers and why providing mental wellbeing support to their employees is crucial to the success of a business. Panelists will also share practical measures that employers can take to address these challenges head-on. It is increasingly evident that showing that we care about employee mental health is not just a business requirement - it is the right thing to do.
8:05 p.m. The Pledge: Attendees can pledge to integrate better mental health practices in their personal lives and in the workplace, provided during the discussion.
8:15 p.m. Thank you, close of program
8:30 p.m. Cocktail party with hors d'oeuvres
Speakers
Jey Van Sharp: Jey believes that economic equality and the creation of generational wealth is the only way forward for the world- especially for Young People, POC, Creatives & Technologist. Jey goes about doing so by educating these communities about business and helping them create economic engines.
Markus Schreyer: Markus is a Health & Performance Specialist of many elite athletes and high performers, specialized in brain optimization and functional neurology.
Naya Rappaport: Naya is a 500E-RYT® 500, YACEP® and 220hr Kundalini Yoga Teacher Born in New Jersey and raised in the Dominican Republic, Naya is based in South Florida and recognized as an international celebrity yoga teacher, movement advocate, and social media creator in the health and wellness sphere.
Dr. Ekaterina Denkova: Dr. Ekaterina Denkova is a Research Assistant Professor in the Division of Cognitive & Behavioral Neuroscience in the Department of Psychology at the University of Miami. She serves as the Assistant Director of the Neuroimaging Facility & Assistant Director of Research for the UMindfulness Initiative.
Michael Finney: Michael is the CEO of the Miami-Dade Beacon Council. Mike works closely with other C-Suite executives across various sectors and has seen first hand the challenges these business leaders and their HR teams have related to COVID, mental health issues, burnout, and stress.
Ryan Breslow: Ryan Breslow is a Miami native and the founder and CEO of Bolt, the technology company that is democratizing commerce by bringing lightning-fast, one-click checkout to the world. Outside of Bolt, Ryan is a shuffler dancer and an advocate for mindfulness. Ryan started The Movement in hopes of bringing dance to those who may not otherwise engage with dance and the arts because of financial constraints.
Jason Williams: Jason’s career in entertainment has been limitless. From LA, NY, London, television, music videos, tours, stage and film, he has done it all! Jason’s training and exposure to all forms of dance led him to a very versatile and extensive career. It is from this training and exposure that Jason likes to pull from when creating movement. He believes in nurturing the X-factor and cultivating the stardom inside of every dancer he teaches.
Kristen Snyderman: Kristen Snyderman is the Senior HR Manager at Reed Smith’s New York City office. She is a member of the Core Leadership Team of Reed Smith’s Mental Health Task Force and co-lead of the Wellness Works program. The Reed Smith Mental Health Task Force works to ensure lawyers and professional staff get the assistance they need to confront mental health and substance use issues.
Mark Goldstein: Mark is an attorney at Reed Smith and his practice is focused on helping companies in New York and around the world manage their workplace needs. Mark is passionate about mental health issues in the legal industry. He frequently speaks about mental health-related topics, including through webinars, bar association events, and other programs/events.
Carlos A. Larrauri: Carlos serves on the Board of Directors for the National Alliance on Mental Illness.Diagnosed with schizophrenia at 23 years of age, access to affordable health care, community-based treatments, and early intervention afforded him the best opportunity for recovery. Mr. Larrauri is board certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and formerly lectured at the University of Miami and Miami Dade College.
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COVID-19 regulations and your safety
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