schedule
Come for the Speakers. Stay for the Connections. Leave Inspired.
Registration:
Wednesday, October 7
4:00 PM-6:00 PM
Visit Wenatchee Visitor Center & Tasting Room
137 North Wenatchee Avenue
Wenatchee, WA
Thursday, October 8th
9:00 AM-11:00 AM
Numerica Performing Arts Center
123 North Wenatchee Avenue
Wenatchee, Washington
Event Details:
When: Thursday, October 8, 2026
Where:
Numerica Performing Arts Center
123 North Wenatchee Avenue Wenatchee, Washington
B2B Vendors & Roaming Lunch:
Noon-1:30 PM
Networking & Vendors:
4:30 PM-5:30 PM
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
World Class Speakers, Branding Experts, and Published Authors!
11:00am-12:00 pm
“Transform Your Leadership and Sales”
MARK BOWDEN
TRUTHPLANE - #1-Ranked Body Language Professional and Keynote Speaker
Mark Bowden is a world-renowned body language expert, keynote speaker, and bestselling author. Voted multiple times Global Gurus’ #1 Body Language Professional in the world, Mark’s unique GesturePlane system of nonverbal communication helps audiences maximize the power of using their own body language to stand out, win trust, and gain credibility every time they communicate.
Noon-1:30 PM
B2B Vendors & Brainstorming Sessions
Building A Brand People Remember
1:30 - 2:20 PM
NANCY TEDESCHI
Pickle Ball Bella®- Entrepreneur, Founder, Speaker
Sponsored by
2:20 PM -2:30 PM
BREAK
2:30 PM-3:20 PM
AI & Marketing
How AI can be utilized effectively in your marketing plan.
NCW Tech Alliance brings people and technology resources together to support entrepreneurs, STEM education, and technology adoption in North Central Washington. Their INSPIRE Northwest™ session will feature expert speakers and panelists using AI to maximize marketing strategies.
Facilitated by
BREAK
3:20 PM -3:30 PM
Three Lenses, One Story
Master the Art of Video that moves
3:30 PM-4:20 PM
JEFF OSTENSON, NORTH 40 PRODUCTIONS
Three professional panelists will share their insights how video can move people to through the art of documentary, field video/cinematography in news, and social media influencer video stories.
Sponsored by
4:30 PM-5:30 pm
B2B Expo with Networking & Social
Numerica Performing Arts Center lobbies
The INSPIRE Northwest™ Business-2-Business Expo will provide an opportunity for attendees to get up-close and personal with world-class speakers, branding experts, and other professionals. Hosted light hors o’ douvres and non-host bar service. Enjoy getting to know other regional businesses owners or showcase your brand in the exhibit space.
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