Imagine 2022 Speaker Lineup
Imagine 2022 Main Stage Event
Speaker Lineup
CAROL HOLLOWELL
Carol Hollowell
Social Solutions Innovator
Carol Hollowell was inspired to embark on a career serving those experiencing homelessness after finding Ray, wheelchair bound, on the streets in 2013. Ray had been homeless for five years simply because he had lost his wallet. After helping Ray get his ID, and stable housing, she knew she had found her purpose. Switchpoint was born!
Switchpoint’s model combines Carol’s years of business experience with her innovative problem-solving skills. As a serial entrepreneur, Carol developed Switchpoint to lift and empower individuals in their resolve to become self-sufficient.
In 2020, Carol received the Ernst Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award for Social Impact for creating a new standard and best practices in homeless services. Knowing that temporary shelter was not enough she continues to adapt to meet the changing needs of the most vulnerable. Switchpoint addresses the layers that keep people stuck offering a wide array of services to set them on a new path.
Carol knew that we can’t solve homelessness without having somewhere to move people out of shelter and began to tackle the extreme lack of affordable housing. In 2020 Switchpoint opened Riverwalk Apartments which became home to 172 residents. In addition, Switchpoint purchased 2 hotels and converted them to studio apartments to house vulnerable seniors, veterans, and those with disabilities.
Carol’s vision is to create 1,000 units of deeply affordable housing in Utah this year! View her current efforts at www.switchpointcrc.org
Dave Segal
Visionary Inventor, Future Technologies
Dave is an innovator, visionary inventor, and tech-smart executive who founded his first company at 23 years of age. Tapping into his unique ability to create new concepts and technologies, he has been awarded over 20 international patents and patent continuations focused on brain-computer interface (BCI) logic and micro-gestural computing frameworks and technologies. These patents formed the foundation of his current start-up, Naqi Logix Inc., which develops technologies that enable users to provide complex input and navigation into devices without speaking to the device, touching the device or even looking at the device: all non-invasively using next-generation smart earbuds.
Dave’s inspiration for Naqi Logix spawned from his desire to help wounded veterans, and those with severe spinal cord injuries, connect to the devices all around us, known as the Internet of Things. He carries out his research with Naqi’s international team, and in close collaboration with Harrisburg University, which includes Dave within the university’s corporate faculty. He also works closely with Harrisburg University’s Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (CIE), where his passion is to help new entrepreneurs.
A sought-after speaker on the future of wearable and emerging neural interface technologies, Dave was selected as a Keynote Speaker for the 2016 IEEE 2nd International Conference on Applied and Theoretical Computing and Communication Technology, held in Bengaluru, India.
Follow and share with Dave Segal on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidlsegal/
DAVE SEGAL
Trey Canard
Trey Canard
Former Motocross and Supercross Athlete
Trey Canard is an accomplished professional supercross and motocross racer. Having turned pro in 2007, Canard quickly established himself as one of the fastest racers in the country. During his rookie season, he clinched the 2008 250SX East Championship. In 2010, Canard secured his career first AMA 250 Motocross title and helped Team USA claim victory in the Motocross of Nations — the Olympics of Motocross. He continued to find success throughout his 450 career, scoring many podiums and victories, however his true potential was marred by injury.
Despite facing much adversity throughout his career, his unwavering drive and dedication to what he loved was an inspiration to many, exemplifying him as a true champion. After breaking his back in 2012 and being forced to take a year off for recovery, Canard decided to take a mission trip to Africa, where he met his now wife of 8-years Hannah. In 2021 they welcomed their first child August.
In 2015, Canard was selected as national motorcycle industry spokesperson on behalf of the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s Ride for Kids program. Since retiring in 2017, Canard has continued to play an active role in the motorcycle industry. He is a test rider for American Honda and a coaching representative for the U.S. Motorcycle Coaching Association (USMCA). The USMCA is focuses on bringing new riders to the sport of motorcycling by certifying professional coaches to provide a safe first-ride experience for beginners.
James Woolard
Hydroponic Farming, Sustainability
As CMO of Freight Farms I am focused on scaling the adoption of products and technology the world needs – a hydroponic farm in a freight container that can access any part of the world through a connected community of hyper-local growers. I oversee Marketing and Sales.
Prior to this I worked for the adidas group, leading Reebok in Northern Europe and then moving to Boston as Head of Marketing for the Running and Style Business Units. I began my career at L’Oreal where I worked in Product Marketing within the consumer division before moving to Virgin Media to lead acquisition marketing.
Originally from London, UK I achieved an MA in Modern History from Oxford University.
Outside of work I try to leave an active lifestyle and regularly compete in Triathlons.
James Woolard
Lucy Higgins
Lucy Higgins
Inspirer
Lucy Ann Higgins is a 16-year-old high school student living in St. George, Ut. She is the youngest of the family with two older brothers. Since she was two, Lucy has been in and out of hospitals, and spent countless hours with physicians working to diagnose and understand her health challenges. Through this experience, Lucy has become passionate about helping people. At 10-years old she was instrumental in establishing a local charitable fund for kids with health challenges that to date has raised more than $500,000. Lucy believes that we should “look upon the heart” of a person instead of through the “lens of labels” that the world espouses. This has fueled her desire to educate young-women to fight the battle of being defined by societal standards that are so easily forced upon them through social media.
Jason "BitBender" Brink
Blockchain Theorist
Jason "BitBender" Brink is an entrepreneur, blockchain theorist, and avid gamer. He is currently the President of Blockchain for Gala Games, the world's leading gaming platform with blockchain integration.
Known in the cryptocurrency community with the moniker “Bitbender,” his involvement in the cryptocurrency marketspace started in 2014 focusing on the use of Blockchain for the decentralization of various ecosystems. In 2014, he won the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation / Global Development Network Prize for the creation of the "AidDollar", a novel blockchain-based solution to solve the problems endemic to foreign aid.
Jason is a strong believer in the ability of blockchain to create transformative change, both in business and society. As the President of Blockchain of Gala Games, he devotes considerable resources to the creation of stable play-to-earn ecosystems as a means to generate new opportunities for gamers around the world.
Jason "BitBender" Brink
Rachel Lyons
Rachel Lyons
Key Advocate of the Space Movement
Lyons is the Executive Director of Space for Humanity, a non-profit organization which aims to use the spaceflight experience as a way to expand our perspective on Earth. Under her leadership, Space For Humanity has received public support from some of the space industry's most prominent and influential leaders including Richard Branson, Jeff Bezos, NASA astronauts and other industry leaders. During her tenure, Lyons’ team has cultivated a highly engaged online community of millions across the globe.
Lyons is the former Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors of Students for the Exploration and Development of Space--USA, the world’s largest student-run space non-profit, enabling students from all over the world to get involved with space.
Lyons is a public speaker and former radio host, and has been featured in outlets including NPR, ABC News, Washington Post, Cheddar News, Ars Technica, Yahoo! Finance, and has spoken for thousands at more than 50 events around the world.
Ultimately, Lyons believes that if we, as individuals, take on a grander perspective, we can contribute to greater societal change. She works to expand her perspective every day through leadership training, spending time in nature, learning about space, movement and dance. It is her wish that people from all over the world understand we are part of something much greater and in turn use that perspective to treat each other and our planet with deeper respect. https://spaceforhumanity.org/
Kyle Case
Executive Director, Huntsman World Senior Games, Active Aging
A much sought after speaker on active aging, Kyle Case has spent his career managing world-class, multi-sport competitions for tens of thousands of athletes from all around the world. Currently the CEO of the Huntsman World Senior Games, the largest annual multi-sport event in the world for athletes ages 50+, Kyle leads a team that welcomes over 11,000 athletes to St. George, Utah, USA, every October to participate in their choice of over 30 different sports. In addition, Kyle has presented his engaging message on five continents, taught university courses and is the host of a weekly podcast called the Huntsman World Senior Games Active Life, where he covers all aspects of active aging.
Kyle Case
Martin Frey
Business Leader, Tech Investor, and Accomplished Mountaineer and Sailor
Martin Frey is a successful business leader, tech investor, and an accomplished mountaineer and sailor. In 2016, he set a Guinness World Record when he became the only person to climb the world’s Seven Summits and sail the Seven Seas.
His business career includes thirteen years in Silicon Valley with Cisco, leading Utah’s Office Economic Development, and leading several Utah tech companies. Martin is passionate about inspiring the next generation of leaders and serves on advisory councils for BYU, UVU, and the Boys and Girls Club. He also founded Summit Journeys, a non-profit that strengthens character and well-being in youth and young adults through outdoor adventures.
He graduated from BYU in Mechanical Engineering, Harvard’s Advanced Management Program, and has a Masters in Positive Psychology from Penn. He and his family live in Holladay, Utah.
Entertainment Lineup
Susi Lafaele - Emcee
Susi is currently the Washington County Event Specialist and County Fair Director, a position she has held for the last four years. Prior to working for the County, she was the Director of Operations for the St. George Area Chamber of Commerce for nearly 12 years. As a founding member of the Southern Utah Pacific Islander Coalition (SUPIC), Susi has dedicated herself to promoting the health and wellness of Pacific Islanders in St. George, and preserving the culture. In addition to her work with the Chamber of Commerce and SUPIC, Susi is also a former board member of the Washington County School District Foundation, the Assistance League, Root for Kids, and a former sixth grade teacher at Fossil Ridge Intermediate School. She is a current member of the Red Rock Rotary, on the Board of Directors for the Trailblazer Club with Dixie Athletics and Art Around the Corner. When Susi isn’t behind the scenes planning events, you can probably find her hanging out with her 14 nieces and nephews, traveling, volunteering, learning new things or taking a nap.
Siva Pasefika
Siva Pasefika has garnished and imprinted the hearts of many with their delivery of music and dance from the exotic islands of Polynesia. We invite you to immerse and experience first hand the infamous Haka from New Zealand, the graceful Hula of Hawaii, the skillful Siva Afi (fire knife) from Samoa, the tantalizing Tamure from Tahiti, the warriors of Fiji, the Kailao (club dance) from Tonga and much much more. Their presentation and production is breathtaking and full of culture. It is vibrant, upbeat and full of fun and flavor. They transport you to Polynesia leaving you with unforgettable pleasures of Mana and Aloha. sivapasefika.com
Their Spirit of Polynesia Luau Dinner and show production is scheduled every Saturday this summer June 18-August 28 at the OC Tanner Amphitheatre in Zion.
All American Cloggers
The rhythm dance team, All American Cloggers, has entertained audiences with high paced shows that can be heard as well as seen since 1984. The AAC celebrates their love of Tap, Clogging and Irish Step style dancing through pop, country and traditional genres of music. Featured performers in the Calgary, Canada Stampede, Ixcarat, Polynesian Cultural center, they have also toured in Europe and Asia. Recent collaborations include percussive dance accompaniment with grammy nominee Jenny Oaks Baker and hugely popular celtic band, Irish Christmas in America. Current students compete at America Onstage’s Dixie Spectacular and perform biennially in Disney’s California Adventure Park. Clogging is an authentic American folk dance that is both exciting and addicting. The All American Cloggers are dedicated to preserving and perpetuating this traditional dance and introducing new generations to this toe-tappin’, knee smackin’ good time. https://www.allamericancloggers.com/