SPEAKERS

Keynote Speaker, GenWHY

Kristin Scroggin has spent 20 years researching WHY Boomers complain Millennials are entitled, Millennials complain Boomers hoard knowledge, and GenX just wants everyone to leave them alone—and why none of it is fixing anything.

​Former university professor turned keynote speaker for hundreds of organizations in 48 states and 3 countries, Kristin delivers research-backed content, without the academic boredom. She's known for her straight-talk style, wicked twist of humor, and her ability to make you laugh until you cry while completely rethinking how you lead.

​This isn't your typical "here are some generational stereotypes" presentation. Kristin explains the WHY behind the behavior using childhood context, historical events, and frameworks you've never heard before—like why some employees are unrefined diamonds, not a reason for utter despair.

​Obsessed with travel, and desperate to see the world, she and her husband of 25 years try to enjoy life while keeping four children alive who never stop eating.

To learn more and get resources visit www.genwhy.com

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP

BaseRock

BaseRock

Dawson

Economist, Washington Trust Bank

Steve is the Economist for Washington Trust Bank and holds a Chartered Financial Analyst® designation with over 35 years of investment experience. As Washington Trust Bank’s Chief Investment Officer, Steve is responsible for management of the Portfolio Management Group and works closely with clients and relationship managers to design, implement and monitor investment and risk management strategies. Throughout the Pacific Northwest, Steve is a well-known speaker on the economic conditions and the world securities markets. He also actively participates on committees within the bank to help design strategies and policies related to bank-owned investments. Steve serves as the economist for Washington Trust Bank and participates in public speaking engagements, as well as authoring multiple communications, to keep our clients informed of economic and investment market conditions.

BBI

Earlytrade

Lockton

Founder/Co-CEO, Esquire

In almost four decades serving construction companies of all sizes and trades as general and litigation counsel, Eliot has found that his greatest service to the industry lies in his ability (some would say calling) to teach construction professionals how to lower risk, maximize profits, optimize opportunities, and energize their careers. Eliot is a founder and co-CEO of First Rule Contract Manager Corporation – a company dedicated to pairing the latest generation of generative AI and world class contract training built specifically for the construction industry. A frequent public speaker and published author, Eliot combines his extensive industry knowledge with skills honed through improv training and his years of studying with and coaching international public speakers to create engaging and immediately impactful courses, workshops, and presentations.