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                Opening Ceremonies

                Begin Your Journey of Inspiration

                Thursday, August 8 • 10:20am in the Showcase Room
                (Diamond Ballroom – 4th floor of the JW Marriott)

                The Opening Ceremonies is a must-attend event, where you’ll discover the power of your personal story as a prime force for success in your life and in your clients’ lives. Enjoy entertainment, moving presentations and life-changing stories to create the foundation for your extraordinary journey.



                2013 KEYNOTE PRESENTATION


                Bo EasonWith Bo Eason

                Do you know how to express your personal story in such a powerful way that it will change your clients’ lives—and change your own? In this exhilarating keynote presentation, former NFL All-Pro Bo Eason will share how to capture and physically embody your own story to create trust with your clients.

                Bo Eason is a former NFL standout, renowned Broadway playwright and performer, and presence/story coach to some of the most successful people in the world. His play, Runt of the Litter opened in New York to rave reviews, has toured over 50 cities nationally, and is soon to be a major motion picture.

                “The single most important skill you must have to lead is the ability to tell your own story. Your personal story is the connective tissue between you and your clients.”
                —Keynote Presenter Bo Eason

                2013 IDEA FITNESS INSPIRATION AWARD


                Peter TwistWith Peter Twist, MSc

                Peter will be honored as the 2013 recipient of the IDEA Fitness Inspiration Award for all that he has overcome in his battle against cancer. Peter’s story of conviction, passion, drive and survival teaches us the importance of living life with purpose and being your best when your best is needed.

                Peter Twist, MSc, is the president and CEO of Twist Sport Conditioning™ and is an exercise physiologist with a specialization in coaching science. An experienced conditioning coach and published author, Peter is also the global education partner for IMG’s Ignite Performance Training certification.


                INSPIRE THE WORLD TO FITNESS

                Peter TwistWith IDEA Co-Founders Peter and Kathie Davis

                Inspiration has been at the heart of IDEA’s culture since its groundbreaking start over 30 years ago. Listen to co-founders Peter and Kathie share their story of building a global community dedicated to wellness, and of their deep commitment to inspire a healthier, happier world.
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