Join Angela R. Howard, CEO & Founder at Call for Culture and Bhavik R. Shah, Culture Change Strategist to discuss going beyond the symptoms of burnout (as an individual challenge) to explore sustainable solutions for breaking the burnout cycle and role of organizations and leaders to build sustainable, meaning, and healthy workplace cultures. By examining root causes, this session emphasizes the need to build healthy, resilient systems that prioritize well-being.

What you'll walk away with:

• A better understanding around why workplace burnout solutions aren’t working (individual focused v. systems focused)

• Tools for sustainable solutions to promote healthy organizational behaviors

• Explore the connection and aligned to your organization's value system that effectively advocates , normalizes, and creates sustainable and healthy boundaries that promote well-being at work

• Encourage leaders to take accountability in building a healthy & resilient ecosystem

Ready to network and forge powerful connections that elevate your unique business? Makers & Shakers: Rewriting our Narrative invites you to an inspiring event designed for underrepresented business owners, women entrepreneurs, and anyone ready to challenge the status quo and create meaningful change in their professional journey.

Join Melissa Villanueva of Brewpoint Coffee, Pablo Torres Jr. of Pablo Wealth Talks, and Angela R. Howard of Call for Culture as they share their insights on building relationships that fuel innovation, amplify your impact, and propel your entrepreneurial journey forward.

Why You Should Attend:

• Networking: Engage in intentional, synergistic networking sessions that help you cultivate relationships with like-minded entrepreneurs.

• Resources: Explore booths from key organizations + sponsors such as the City of Elmhurst, Old National Bank, Innovation DuPage, Pablo Wealth Talks, and Call for Culture, all aimed at connecting you to the resources you need to grow.

• Inspiration: Gain fresh perspectives from our esteemed panel of entrepreneurial leaders as they discuss how to create partnerships that drive success.

This is your opportunity to build relationships, connect with resources, and find inspiration to take your business to the next level.

Limited tickets available. $15 includes entry, one drink ticket, + food from Rough Edges Confectionery.

Let’s face it: the way we’ve been doing workplace culture isn’t cutting it anymore. Join culture experts Angela Howard and Craig Forman as we challenge outdated leadership models and dive into what really makes organizations thrive today—people.

​Angela and Craig bring real-world experience on creating workplaces that don’t just survive but thrive by focusing on human connection, fairness, and inclusion. We’ll talk about what it takes to build a culture where people want to stay, grow, and bring their best. And spoiler: it’s not about fancy perks or more meetings.

​In this session, we’ll get real about:

​- Breaking free from broken culture: How to stop relying on band-aid fixes and create real, lasting cultural change.

​- Human-centered leadership: What does it look like to lead with empathy and trust, without losing your edge?

​- Practical steps: No jargon, no fluff—just real, actionable strategies to make your workplace a better place to be.

​Who should attend?

​If you’re a people leader, HR pro, or changemaker who’s tired of hearing about the same old “culture fit” talk and ready to build a company people love to work for, this roundtable is for you.

​Guests

​Angela R. Howard is an organizational psychology expert who is passionate about conscious culture and community building. As the CEO and founder of Call for Culture, she works with leading companies and convenes interdisciplinary changemakers to reimagine the role of work on social impact and change.

Through their Culture Impact Lab live event and community of practice, Call for Culture unites and provides refuge for social impact leaders (industry and sector agnostic) called to reimagine the role of work in society - advancing collective liberation, connecting to our shared humanity, and progressing a more equitable and just future for all.

​Craig Forman is a recognized leader in cultural innovation and a sought-after keynote speaker, known for his role in shaping dynamic, inclusive workplaces. His expertise, combining data-driven strategies with organizational psychology, has positioned him as a pivotal figure in the global Culture First community. Craig's background, from his time in the Air Force to his contributions at industry giants like LinkedIn and Culture Amp, gives him a unique understanding of what it takes to drive real cultural change.

​With over a decade of experience, Craig has worked with some of the world’s most recognized brands, helping leaders transform their workplace environments. His workshops, podcasts, and contributions to the Culture First global conference continue to inspire a movement toward workplaces where creativity, productivity, and inclusivity are at the core.

​Your Host

​Your host Moe Carrick is an internationally respected pioneer in the study and practice of workplace culture.

​​​​​​Her award-winning frameworks and tools have been used by some of the country’s most recognized brands such as Nike, Nintendo, Amazon, Hydroflask and Reddit, to improve workplace culture, reduce churn and drive business performance.