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Creating Cultures of Leadership and the Power of (Lollipop Moments)
Called one of the most dynamic speakers in the world, Drew Dudley is on a mission to help people unlearn some dangerous lessons about leadership. As the founder and chief catalyst of Day One Leadership, he has helped top organizations around the world increase their leadership capacity. His clients have included McDonald’s, American Express, JP Morgan Chase, the United Way, and more than 100 colleges and universities. Prior to this, Drew spent eight years as the lead of one of Canada’s largest leadership development programs at the University of Toronto. Drew is also the bestselling author of This is Day One: A Practical Guide to Leadership That Matters. It debuted at #6 on the Wall Street Journal bestseller list.
As a speaker, Drew has delivered keynotes to more than 250,000 people across five continents. His TED talk “Everyday Leadership (The Lollipop Moment)” was voted “one of the 15 most inspirational TED talks of all time”.
Visit AWT’s Silent Auction in the Exhibit Hall! A wide variety of donated items are available, and all proceeds will go directly to AWT’s charity partner, Pure Water for the World (PWW).
Join the Women of Water (WOW) for a networking reception. This is your opportunity to speak with other women in the industry.
Two celebrations in one! AWT will be hosting a reception recognizing the significant accomplishments of those who have achieved the status of Certified Water Technologist (CWT) and welcoming our new AWT members.
Need to update your picture for your website, business card, or marketing materials? Take advantage of having a professional head shot taken by the convention photographer. The Portrait Lounge will be open Wednesday through Friday in the Expo Hall.
The AWT Young Professionals Group was created to provide a place for young professionals within the water treatment industry to learn, mingle, and grow. Join us for happy hour to meet with your peers in the industry.
Don't forget to stop by Chillers Bookstore and Lounge in the Exhibit Hall, where you can speak with staff and AWT leadership, purchase bookstore items (shipping charges waived), and more!
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