Description

Check-in & Networking 11:30AM-12:00PM
Program 12:00-1:00PM

Conflict is a natural and unavoidable part of working with others—and when handled well, it becomes a source of clarity, trust, and progress. This experiential session reframes conflict from something to avoid into valuable information about differences in values, assumptions, and priorities.

Since 1997, Game On Nation has delivered engaging, improv-based communication and leadership training that turns learning into action. With experienced facilitators and diverse expertise, we equip teams with practical tools they can apply immediately to strengthen collaboration and performance.

Speakers

Steve Shenbaum, Founder & President - Game On Nation

Steve is a former actor/comedian and a 1992 graduate of Northwestern University’s Theater/Performance Studies program. As Founder & President of the nationally acclaimed communication firm Game On Nation, Steve has spent over 29 years developing and delivering a unique, interactive game-based curriculum called MILE™, powered by the science of Game Dynamics. He is considered one of the industry’s most respected presenters on leadership, team building, communication, public speaking and positive culture change. Game On was based at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida from 2003-2012 and during that partnership, Steve and his staff created and delivered all communication, leadership, character development and media training programming for thousands of athletes, teams, executives and corporations. Steve, and his team of expert facilitators located throughout the country, work with some of the world’s most recognizable athletes, colleges and professional sports teams as well as Fortune 100 companies, the United States government and all branches of the U.S. Military. Recent clients include Deloitte, Merck, Hilton, PepsiCo, NASCAR, NASA, Pittsburgh Pirates, CAA Sports, and our Olympic and World Cup Champion US Women’s National Soccer Team. Recent pro and college sports teams and organizations include NFL Player Engagement Program, New York Yankees, Orlando Magic, Washington Spirit, University of Georgia Football, Florida State Women’s Soccer, UCLA Women’s Basketball and most recently, the Buffalo Bills, where Steve’s session was featured on HBO’s Hard Knocks. Government agencies and organizations including: The U.S. House of Representatives, Department of Defense, Pentagon, US Special Operations Command, Joint Special Operations Command, Wounded Warrior Project, USO, and all branches of the United States Military. Steve has worked with TWELVE #1 OVERALL draft picks in preparation for the NFL, NBA and NHL drafts including: Alex Smith, Sidney Crosby, Yao Ming, and Cam Newton. Steve has been featured in Sports Illustrated, Sporting News, New York Times, The New Yorker, LA Times, BBC Network, Big Ten Network, ESPN “Outside the Lines”, and ABC News. In his past career as an actor, Shenbaum was featured in “American Pie 2”, “EDTV”, “Space Jam”, “Will & Grace”, “Dharma and Greg”, and more than 100 national commercials. Most importantly, Steve and his wife Jacky live in Bradenton, Florida with their two beautiful daughters.

Erin Watson, Director of Programs & Content - Game On Nation

Erin has 10+ years of experience in the non-profit education field managing experiential law-based programs, developing engaging curriculum, and providing meaningful professional development opportunities for teachers throughout the State of Florida. As a member of the Game On staff, Erin oversees the development and implementation of innovative and impactful programs designed to improve overall teamwork and connection. Erin resides in Bradenton, Florida with her husband and three sons.