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Speakers

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• Dr. Dawn Jaroszewski

  Thoracic Surgeon

  Dr. Dawn Jaroszewski, known to her patients as “Dr. J”, began her journey in a lucrative business career. Upon finding ample success, but an empty life in the corporate world, she decided to pursue medical school to make a difference, where her passion for surgery was discovered. Now, after 20 years of hard work and dedication, she is the director of Mayo Clinic’s Chest Wall and Thoracic Oncology Program and is considered the world’s expert in reconstruction of chest wall deformities. If you would like to learn more about Dr. J here are some links: http://www.mayoclinic.org/biographies/jaroszewski-dawn-e-m-d/bio-20054813 http://www.12news.com/news/local/valley/us-swimmer-ignites-interest-in-unusual-chest-condition/302131222

• HairDoc TK

  HairDocTK is a RRC survivor. I personally understand the need to look and feel better on the outside while you are going through such a traumatic time of feeling like a mess on the inside. After losing my kidney to cancer I wanted to be able to give back to the community. This site is launched with an effort to help rescue others and battle hair loss in our community one strand at a time. Cancer being the number one terminal illness is not the only disease that causes hair loss issues. I encourage any and all sufferers to band together to battle these diseases. Tammy Kelichner “HairDocTK” was diagnosed at age 30 with severe autoimmune disorder which caused deteriorating healthiness and stark hair loss. In 2014 she developed cancer of the kidney or RCC. Later that year she ended up having one kidney completely removed. She was able to complete an exhaustive research into alternative methods to revitalize and re grow her hair and balance her immune system. Her research did find that the onset of injuries and disease was greatly enhanced from mental/emotional happiness (strain). As health deteriorated the body accelerated breaking down it caused malfunctions and illness. Disease “dis ease” in the entire body came next. A certified and licensed hair restoration and master hair Extensionist, after more than 30 years, (Hairdoc TK) ensures her clients extensions and color services are therapeutic, natural, and effective. (TK) has two mottos – Regrow, Renew, Retrain and Recreating Lives One Strand At a Time. TK is a Natural Hair Restoration Expert, Master Hair Extensionist & Trainer and Organic Corrections Specialist. Her training focus is in advanced natural hair replacement /extensions techniques, hair regrowth, and health and nutrition. Her specialty is in repairing extensions not installed properly, regrowing hair that has been damaged chemically from overuse of hi-lighting, and unnatural hair loss., Trichotillomania (OCD Disorders) and thinning hair due to Autoimmune Disease are a real problem today.. HairDocTK helps people become whole from the inside out with her diverse past knowledge and real life experiences.

• John Fitzsimmons

  Magician

  John Fitzsimmons, the official magician of the Children's Museum of Phoenix bills himself as Arizona's premier party magician and has been performing at birthday parties for more than 15 years. His clients include the Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Arizona Diamondbacks, Arizona Rattlers, and the Arizona Cardinals. Fitzsimmons has a current background check from the state's Department of Public Safety. He offers a 100 percent money-back guarantee to ensure that customers will be satisfied with his services. Clients who request an online quote receive a free birthday party planning toolbox that includes PDFs of a planning checklist, guest list, pizza calculator, and magic outline.

• Tanner Gers

  Author, CEO, Urban Legend

  A lifetime athlete, Tanner Gers thought he lost any chance for normalcy, let alone his ability to play sports, after an auto accident left him totally blind. Four years later, he heard about baseball for the blind. Since that day, he’s become a motivational speaker. Some of Tanner’s athletic accomplishments include being a 2011 Parapan American Games Gold Medalist, 2012 US Paralympic Trials Gold Medalist, 2012 US Paralympian, 2013 World Championship team member in track and field, 4-time National Beep Baseball Association World Series Offensive MVP, 7-time Offensive All-Star, and 2015 and 2016 US National Champion in Track Para-cycling. Today, Tanner also serves as Executive Director of My Blind Spot, a non-profit creating employment opportunities for the disabled, and works with clients such as American Airlines, Fresh Direct, Carnival Cruise, and CableVision to make their websites and mobile apps accessible to the individuals with disabilities who rely on assistive technology.

• Taryl Hansen

  Taryl Hansen understands what it means to be a contributor to a learning space. She is an educator and Board Certified Teacher holding an Ed.D in Leadership and Innovation from Arizona State University. She is a highly skilled graphic recorder and trained provider of professional development and has presented at local, state, and national education conferences.