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2010 CPOM Convention Speakers - Keynotes and Workshops
Our speakers have been selected according to three main goals: to entertain, to educate & to inspire.
Saturday Opening Keynote: To Entertain
The Psychic Twins
By Linda & Terry Jamison
Born into a family of artists in rural Pennsylvania, Terry and Linda overcame a lifetime of baffling illnesses- from
migraines to cancer-to emerge as the premier psychic voice of this generation. These extraordinary twins
realized early in life that they possessed a rare gift for predicting the future and contacting a broader knowing,
which ultimately saved their lives. By overcoming impossible odds, they have brought a powerful message of
inspiration to millions.
Terry and Linda Jamison are the only psychic twins in the world. Their predictions include the events of 9/11,
and most of the major events of the new millennium. Their two appearances on "The Tyra Banks Show" this
past year crashed Tyra's website both times! The Psychic Twins are healers and entertainers, who uplift and
inspire people through humor and sincerity. Their talks are very inspirational because they share their personal
story of being identical twins and having overcome great obstacles in their lives.
Ten audience members will receive free psychic readings in the last 20 minutes of their talk!
www.psychictwins.com
Saturday Workshops: To Educate
AM Breakout Session
Finding the Artist in You
by Artful Journey, a fine arts school
Artful Journey believes true creativity emerges when basic skills are combined with original thought. At Artful
Journey, students are given the practical tools they need in order to express the uniqueness that lives inside
each and every one of us. Using a structured step-by-step method, students are taught to see what is before
them in order to translate those images onto paper. At Artful Journey, they believe that the joy of creating
art is not meant for a chosen few, those seemingly born with the gift of talent. Art is available to everyone!
Basic core skills applied to ideas and imagination allow us all to access the satisfaction of creation. As a result,
confidence, problem solving skills, and the pleasure of creating something from nothing come pouring forth.
So, carve out some “ME TIME” and come take an Artful Journey with us at CPOM 2010. Let us open your
eyes to a whole new world! www.artfuljourneyschools.com
Fit Kids – The FUNdamentals of Sports and Fitness for Youth
by Harvey Latson, President of Ballistic Sports
Coach Latson is a retired career U.S. Army officer and Airborne Ranger. After an outstanding Army career,
Coach Latson entered the teaching profession to put his leadership experience to use as a physical education
teacher and coach. Most recently, he retired from Texas State University where he was a Senior Lecturer in
the Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Department. Fit Kids is a fitness and sports skills program
developed with a simple but meaningful motto – KISMIF: keep it simple, make it fun. The Fit Kids program
focuses on purposeful play to develop fitness, skill mastery, the values of self respect, respect for others,
sportsmanship, fair play, positive communication and teamwork. Coach Latson will provide an overview and
hands on demonstration of the Fit Kids philosophy and discuss the value of getting children involved in physical
activity from an early age.
Happiest Baby & Toddler on the Block
by Nikki Wellensiek, LCCE, CHBE, CPYT; Owner, BirthPro
Nikki Wellensiek, a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, alongside several professional associates, brings
childbirth and parenting education to clients looking for a more personalized approach. Nikki serves as Vice
President of the Childbirth and Parenting Association of Colorado (CPAC) and currently works directly with
Lamaze International as an Official State Candidate Coordinator. As a Certified Happiest Baby instructor, Nikki
will speak about the philosophy of Dr. Harvey Karp, and present excerpts from two workshops including The
Happiest Baby on the Block: The New Way to Calm Crying and Help Your Newborn Baby Sleep Longer, and
The Happiest Toddler on the Block: How to Eliminate Tantrums and Raise a Patient, Respectful, and
Cooperative One- to Four-Year-Old. You can learn how simple, effective skills can make you a more confident
parent. Whether you are still expecting or already have your new precious child at home, you will not want to
miss this rare opportunity. www.birthproonline.com
PM Breakout Session
How Feeding Your Family Well NOW Contributes to the Lifelong Health
by Sara Peternell, Certified Nutrition Therapist
Sara Peternell is a Certified Nutrition Therapist offering personalized nutrition services to individuals, children,
families, non-profits and corporations since 2005. Sara's wellness philosophy is holistic and realistic - by
developing and teaching vital nutrition education programs to groups both big and small, Sara strives to change
the way people view their bodies and encourages them to live healthier lives. Her unique relationship-based
approach to counseling focuses on the specific beliefs and skills necessary to making lasting changes. Sara is
one of the preeminent nutrition practitioners in the Denver-area focused on healthy diets for every stage of
the miracle of childbirth - from fertility and pregnancy to post-partum and feeding growing children. www.
sarapeternell.com
Internet Safety (and Fun!) for Kids
TBD
The Internet can be a wonderful resource for kids. They can use it to research school reports, communicate
with teachers and other kids, and play interactive games. Kids who are old enough to punch in a few letters
on the keyboard can literally access the world. While on-line computer exploration opens a world of possibilities
for children, expanding their horizons and exposing them to different cultures and ways of life, they can be
exposed to dangers as they hit the road exploring the information highway. That's why it's important to be
aware of what your kids see and hear on the Internet, who they meet, and what they share about
themselves online.
Just like any safety issue, it's wise to talk with your kids about your concerns, take advantage of resources to
protect them, and keep a close eye on their activities. During this workshop, we’ll talk about introducing
children to the internet in a safe way, appropriate sites to visit and potential online dangers to help them surf
the internet safely.
It’s Okay To Fall – Lessons about Determination, Tenacity and Inner Faith
by H. J. Towsley, Author
Heather Towsley has been a professional writer for over 20 years. With a career that spans the worlds of
fashion, entertainment, the Fortune 500 and politics, her favorite experiences include anecdotes from the
emergence of Starbucks Coffee Company, a safari on the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Kenya, working with a
British rock band, producing fashion shows for the Angelrox label and doing Advance work with U.S.
Presidents, Vice Presidents and Presidential campaigns. Once a competitive figure skater and coach, she took
the lessons from her days on ice and penned the children's book, It's Okay to Fall. Through the years, she
coached at several rinks including the Ashburn Ice House in Virginia and New York City's Trump Wollman Rink in
Central Park. With her unique perspective, the technical aspects of the book give the story a duality -- that of
a "how to" piece as well as a picture book inspiring some important lessons about determination, tenacity and
inner faith. www.itsokaytofall.com
PM General Session
Parenting with Love and Logic
by Barry Ebert
Founded by Jim Fay and Foster W. Cline, M.D., and based on the experience of a combined total of over 75
years working with and raising kids, the Love and Logic parenting philosophy is an approach to raising kids that
provides loving support from parents while at the same time expecting kids to be respectful and responsible.
Barry Ebert has been a Love & Logic Certified Instructor since 1996, when his two boys, now fully grown,
were toddlers. He will talk about the love and logic philosophy and give us highlights of the practical tools and
techniques that can change the way your family operates, and make parenting more fun.
Parents want to enjoy their kids, have fun with them, and enjoy a less stressful family life. But even if their kids
are trouble-free right now, they fear what the coming teenage years will bring. Many ideas, offered with the
best of intentions, center around making sure that kids are comfortable and feeling good about themselves in
order to have a good self- concept. However, as Fay and Cline discovered, self-confidence is achieved through
struggle and achievement, not through someone telling you that you are number one. Self-confidence is not
developed when kids are robbed of the opportunity to discover that they can indeed solve their own problems
with caring adult guidance. www.barryebert.com
Sunday Closing Keynote: To Inspire
Connected For Life: From Conjoined Twins to Celebrating the Connections
we all Share
By Emily Stark
We've all seen the stories on television but who believes it could actually happen to them: twins born
connected. In 2001, Emily Stark, a former beauty queen, and her husband James gave birth to only the 20th
set of living pygopagus conjoined twins in the world. What followed was a rollercoaster of gut-wrenching
emotions, medical-miracles, financial struggles and a new perspective into what it mean to be truly
"connected." In her powerful, riveting, humorous and heartfelt presentation, Emily Stark takes audiences
through their ordeal as doctors attempted to separate their young daughters. But moreover, she offers heart-
warming examples, humorous anecdotes and thoughtful insights into the connections we all enjoy, foster and
build in our lives. From the lifetime connection with family, friends and co-workers, to the connections that are
eventually and inevitably broken. To Emily, they all combine to create a life worth embracing.
You will leave with a new perspective and appreciation for what being truly "connected" to each other can
mean in our lives and with a new dedication to fostering those life-affirming connections we all share.
Having shared her story with hundreds of audiences across the country, Emily Stark's comfortable style, self-
effacing humor and powerful story-telling has earned her a legion of "connected" fans. Their family's story has
been featured on 48 Hours, The CBS Early Show, the Rosie O'Donnell Show, Larry King Live, Connie Chung
Show, Phil Donahue, and the Discovery Health Channel. www.emilystark.com
Register for the CPOM 2010 Convention!
See the full Schedule of Events
NEW EVENT! PLAY - Dr. Brown from the National Institute of Play
Our speakers have been selected according to three main goals: to entertain, to educate & to inspire.
Saturday Opening Keynote: To Entertain
The Psychic Twins
By Linda & Terry Jamison
Born into a family of artists in rural Pennsylvania, Terry and Linda overcame a lifetime of baffling illnesses- from
migraines to cancer-to emerge as the premier psychic voice of this generation. These extraordinary twins
realized early in life that they possessed a rare gift for predicting the future and contacting a broader knowing,
which ultimately saved their lives. By overcoming impossible odds, they have brought a powerful message of
inspiration to millions.
Terry and Linda Jamison are the only psychic twins in the world. Their predictions include the events of 9/11,
and most of the major events of the new millennium. Their two appearances on "The Tyra Banks Show" this
past year crashed Tyra's website both times! The Psychic Twins are healers and entertainers, who uplift and
inspire people through humor and sincerity. Their talks are very inspirational because they share their personal
story of being identical twins and having overcome great obstacles in their lives.
Ten audience members will receive free psychic readings in the last 20 minutes of their talk!
www.psychictwins.com
Saturday Workshops: To Educate
AM Breakout Session
Finding the Artist in You
by Artful Journey, a fine arts school
Artful Journey believes true creativity emerges when basic skills are combined with original thought. At Artful
Journey, students are given the practical tools they need in order to express the uniqueness that lives inside
each and every one of us. Using a structured step-by-step method, students are taught to see what is before
them in order to translate those images onto paper. At Artful Journey, they believe that the joy of creating
art is not meant for a chosen few, those seemingly born with the gift of talent. Art is available to everyone!
Basic core skills applied to ideas and imagination allow us all to access the satisfaction of creation. As a result,
confidence, problem solving skills, and the pleasure of creating something from nothing come pouring forth.
So, carve out some “ME TIME” and come take an Artful Journey with us at CPOM 2010. Let us open your
eyes to a whole new world! www.artfuljourneyschools.com
Fit Kids – The FUNdamentals of Sports and Fitness for Youth
by Harvey Latson, President of Ballistic Sports
Coach Latson is a retired career U.S. Army officer and Airborne Ranger. After an outstanding Army career,
Coach Latson entered the teaching profession to put his leadership experience to use as a physical education
teacher and coach. Most recently, he retired from Texas State University where he was a Senior Lecturer in
the Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Department. Fit Kids is a fitness and sports skills program
developed with a simple but meaningful motto – KISMIF: keep it simple, make it fun. The Fit Kids program
focuses on purposeful play to develop fitness, skill mastery, the values of self respect, respect for others,
sportsmanship, fair play, positive communication and teamwork. Coach Latson will provide an overview and
hands on demonstration of the Fit Kids philosophy and discuss the value of getting children involved in physical
activity from an early age.
Happiest Baby & Toddler on the Block
by Nikki Wellensiek, LCCE, CHBE, CPYT; Owner, BirthPro
Nikki Wellensiek, a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, alongside several professional associates, brings
childbirth and parenting education to clients looking for a more personalized approach. Nikki serves as Vice
President of the Childbirth and Parenting Association of Colorado (CPAC) and currently works directly with
Lamaze International as an Official State Candidate Coordinator. As a Certified Happiest Baby instructor, Nikki
will speak about the philosophy of Dr. Harvey Karp, and present excerpts from two workshops including The
Happiest Baby on the Block: The New Way to Calm Crying and Help Your Newborn Baby Sleep Longer, and
The Happiest Toddler on the Block: How to Eliminate Tantrums and Raise a Patient, Respectful, and
Cooperative One- to Four-Year-Old. You can learn how simple, effective skills can make you a more confident
parent. Whether you are still expecting or already have your new precious child at home, you will not want to
miss this rare opportunity. www.birthproonline.com
PM Breakout Session
How Feeding Your Family Well NOW Contributes to the Lifelong Health
by Sara Peternell, Certified Nutrition Therapist
Sara Peternell is a Certified Nutrition Therapist offering personalized nutrition services to individuals, children,
families, non-profits and corporations since 2005. Sara's wellness philosophy is holistic and realistic - by
developing and teaching vital nutrition education programs to groups both big and small, Sara strives to change
the way people view their bodies and encourages them to live healthier lives. Her unique relationship-based
approach to counseling focuses on the specific beliefs and skills necessary to making lasting changes. Sara is
one of the preeminent nutrition practitioners in the Denver-area focused on healthy diets for every stage of
the miracle of childbirth - from fertility and pregnancy to post-partum and feeding growing children. www.
sarapeternell.com
Internet Safety (and Fun!) for Kids
TBD
The Internet can be a wonderful resource for kids. They can use it to research school reports, communicate
with teachers and other kids, and play interactive games. Kids who are old enough to punch in a few letters
on the keyboard can literally access the world. While on-line computer exploration opens a world of possibilities
for children, expanding their horizons and exposing them to different cultures and ways of life, they can be
exposed to dangers as they hit the road exploring the information highway. That's why it's important to be
aware of what your kids see and hear on the Internet, who they meet, and what they share about
themselves online.
Just like any safety issue, it's wise to talk with your kids about your concerns, take advantage of resources to
protect them, and keep a close eye on their activities. During this workshop, we’ll talk about introducing
children to the internet in a safe way, appropriate sites to visit and potential online dangers to help them surf
the internet safely.
It’s Okay To Fall – Lessons about Determination, Tenacity and Inner Faith
by H. J. Towsley, Author
Heather Towsley has been a professional writer for over 20 years. With a career that spans the worlds of
fashion, entertainment, the Fortune 500 and politics, her favorite experiences include anecdotes from the
emergence of Starbucks Coffee Company, a safari on the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Kenya, working with a
British rock band, producing fashion shows for the Angelrox label and doing Advance work with U.S.
Presidents, Vice Presidents and Presidential campaigns. Once a competitive figure skater and coach, she took
the lessons from her days on ice and penned the children's book, It's Okay to Fall. Through the years, she
coached at several rinks including the Ashburn Ice House in Virginia and New York City's Trump Wollman Rink in
Central Park. With her unique perspective, the technical aspects of the book give the story a duality -- that of
a "how to" piece as well as a picture book inspiring some important lessons about determination, tenacity and
inner faith. www.itsokaytofall.com
PM General Session
Parenting with Love and Logic
by Barry Ebert
Founded by Jim Fay and Foster W. Cline, M.D., and based on the experience of a combined total of over 75
years working with and raising kids, the Love and Logic parenting philosophy is an approach to raising kids that
provides loving support from parents while at the same time expecting kids to be respectful and responsible.
Barry Ebert has been a Love & Logic Certified Instructor since 1996, when his two boys, now fully grown,
were toddlers. He will talk about the love and logic philosophy and give us highlights of the practical tools and
techniques that can change the way your family operates, and make parenting more fun.
Parents want to enjoy their kids, have fun with them, and enjoy a less stressful family life. But even if their kids
are trouble-free right now, they fear what the coming teenage years will bring. Many ideas, offered with the
best of intentions, center around making sure that kids are comfortable and feeling good about themselves in
order to have a good self- concept. However, as Fay and Cline discovered, self-confidence is achieved through
struggle and achievement, not through someone telling you that you are number one. Self-confidence is not
developed when kids are robbed of the opportunity to discover that they can indeed solve their own problems
with caring adult guidance. www.barryebert.com
Sunday Closing Keynote: To Inspire
Connected For Life: From Conjoined Twins to Celebrating the Connections
we all Share
By Emily Stark
We've all seen the stories on television but who believes it could actually happen to them: twins born
connected. In 2001, Emily Stark, a former beauty queen, and her husband James gave birth to only the 20th
set of living pygopagus conjoined twins in the world. What followed was a rollercoaster of gut-wrenching
emotions, medical-miracles, financial struggles and a new perspective into what it mean to be truly
"connected." In her powerful, riveting, humorous and heartfelt presentation, Emily Stark takes audiences
through their ordeal as doctors attempted to separate their young daughters. But moreover, she offers heart-
warming examples, humorous anecdotes and thoughtful insights into the connections we all enjoy, foster and
build in our lives. From the lifetime connection with family, friends and co-workers, to the connections that are
eventually and inevitably broken. To Emily, they all combine to create a life worth embracing.
You will leave with a new perspective and appreciation for what being truly "connected" to each other can
mean in our lives and with a new dedication to fostering those life-affirming connections we all share.
Having shared her story with hundreds of audiences across the country, Emily Stark's comfortable style, self-
effacing humor and powerful story-telling has earned her a legion of "connected" fans. Their family's story has
been featured on 48 Hours, The CBS Early Show, the Rosie O'Donnell Show, Larry King Live, Connie Chung
Show, Phil Donahue, and the Discovery Health Channel. www.emilystark.com
Register for the CPOM 2010 Convention!
See the full Schedule of Events
NEW EVENT! PLAY - Dr. Brown from the National Institute of Play
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