A powerful, nationally recognized keynote session offering expert insights on current trends, policies, and strategies in the mental health space.

National Welcome

Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. - CEO, NAMI      

Welcome & Opening Remarks

Jeff Fladen, MSW - President, NAMI National Board of Directors 

Innovation & Collaboration                 

Darcy Gruttadaro, JD - Chief Innovation Officer, NAMI 

Young Leaders: Faith, Spirituality & Community                

Imaan Siddiqi - Member, NAMI National Board of Directors 

I Saved This Word For You & For a Chance to Dream                 

Trey Baker - 3x Emmy-nominated Spoken Word Artist, Author, and Arts Educator                                                                                                                

Introduction of Speakers

Dawn L. Brown - Director, CCIE, NAMI  

The Value and Importance of Collaboration                

Ben O’Dell - Sr. Advisor, Center for Faith U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services 

Integrating Body, Mind & Spirit for Mental Health        

Dr. Marc Halpern - Founder, College of Ayurveda