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Thunderbird Field II Veterans Memorial and the Revered Military History of the Scottsdale Airport
Steve Ziomek, Chariman of the Board, Thunderbird Field II Veterans Memorial, Inc.
TOPIC CATEGORY: Educational
Thunderbird Field II was built in 1942 for the sole purpose of training WWII Army Air Corp pilots. Over 5,500 pilots were trained at Thunderbird Field II between 1942 and October 16, 1944, when the school was deactivated. Many of these young aviators saw military action in Europe and the Pacific. MORE >
The Thunderbird Field II Plaza at the entrance to the Scottsdale Airport business center and restaurant includes a monument with information on Thunderbird Field II and its military history. The Plaza’s centerpiece is a Stearman PT-17, the aircraft used for training at Thunderbird Field II in the 1940s. The service plaques for all of our armed services as well as the revered POW-MIA plaque is on permanent display.The mission of the Thunderbird Field II Veterans Memorial organization is to commemorate the rich history of the Scottsdale airport, honor all veterans; provide scholarships to Arizona students interested in aviation careers and support Dogs4Vets, a non-profit dedicated to enabling disabled Veterans to live a more productive life through the use of service dogs
Learn about the revered military history of the Scottsdale airport, todays operations and the Thunderbird Field II Veterans Memorial and its mission.
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The Legacy Journal, The Treasure Map to Your Life and Heritage
Albert Monreal Quihuis, Author / Historian
TOPIC CATEGORY: Educational
Have you ever been with family members trying to piece together fragments of your ancestor’s stories? It happens to every generation, eventually these special stories are forgotten. Can you imagine, the sense of pride, if you could look into your ancestor’s legacy book telling their stories in their own handwriting? MORE >
Most ancestry and genealogy programs motivate you to learn and research your lineage as far as you can. What makes the Legacy Journal different and unique is that it starts with the person you know the most… yourself.This presentation will help stir memories to inspire you to document your history so it is not forgotten. We will have an opportunity to discuss the contents in this self-help guide and we can answer your questions if you are planning to write your family journey. Your children, grandchildren, and descendants will learn from your journey and experiences and take pride in the things you have in common. Knowing and understanding your ancestors’ circumstances creates a sense of pride, self-worth and affirms your legacy. Join us for this adventure of a lifetime.
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Stop the Sales Commodity Game Prospects Play!
Mike Toney, Founder and President, Conquest Training Systems
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
“But you are too expensive,” “I’ll get other bids,” “too busy right now,” are just some of the things prospects say when they play ‘Lets make you the Commodity’ game. In this session, Mike teaches audiences how to interrupt the thinking of the prospect to never compete on price or be treated like a sales pest instead of a sales person. MORE >
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Multiple Sclerosis
Dr. Benjamin Benulis, Doctor of Chiropractic, Create Health PLLC
TOPIC CATEGORY: Health & Fitness
Multiple Sclerosis used to be 1 in a million in 1950. Now in 2024 it's around 1 in 350 people are diagnosed with this disease. How did this happen? Mainstream medicine still does not know the cause or have a cure. Most people eventually end up on a cane, walker or wheelchair despite being on Disease Modifying Drug Therapies. What if remission were possible? Dr. Benjamin Benulis is the author of the book "Create Health: Reverse Autoimmune Disease Without Drugs or Their Side Effects" and has helped several people reverse Multiple Sclerosis with diet and lifestyle. In this talk he goes into the possible causes of MS, why the mainstream medical community has such a hard time getting good outcomes for people with MS, and most importantly, how to actually reverse it using diet and lifestyle. MORE >
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Maximizing your Social Security Options
Vincent Esparza, Managing Director, Esparza Group
TOPIC CATEGORY: Financial
- How new laws changed Social Security filing strategies
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How to Claim Social Security for Maximum Benefit and Litetime Income
Jeff Young, Senior Wealth Manager, Kierland Financial Group
TOPIC CATEGORY: Financial
Around 45% of Americans take their Social Security benefits at the earliest possible time, usually around their 62nd birthday. For a great majority of these people, that is both a grievous and irreversible decision that has long-term deleterious effects. MORE >
Jeff Young has spend a decade teaching people about the most efficient manner to take these distributions and for a couple, the difference in doing it right and doing it wrong can mean tens of thousands of dollars. Jeff explains how people can benefit from understanding the various strategies available to them and exactly how to employ them. This is an eye-opening session and one you will want to hear prior to making those significant decisions about Social Security. -
How to Use Your Intuition to Make Decisions in Business and Life
Saloua Ibaline, Business Coach, S.M.A.R.T. Women Inc.
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Too many of use rely on external factors to make inner decisions. The truth is, some of it can help you but it all comes down to your own intuition. Your inner circle will advise you based on what they think is good for you based on their opinions. Some are genuine advice but you should take it with a grain of salt because listening to your gut is the only way to know the answer. In this talk we will discuss what is intuition, how to uncover it, how to differentiate it with the ego-negative self talk and few practical actions step you can do today to be more in tune with yourself. MORE >
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The Future of Health Insurance & Medicare
Justin Bro, President, Retirement Insurance Specialists
TOPIC CATEGORY: Financial
10,000 people each day will be enrolling in Medicare over the next 15 years. It is a trend known as the "Silver Tsunami" and it will have a significant impact on US economy and the health insurance industry. This educational presentation gives an overview of the current health insurance and Medicare marketplace and offers insights into some of the potential changes that may be coming. MORE >
This is a great presentation for any groups with members at or near retirement age as it will give them the information they need to protect themselves against one of the largest and most unpredictable expense they may encounter in retirement. -
Wage and Hour Compliance Challenges
Lorie A. Birk, Esq, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Principal Consultant, HR Law Works, LLC
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
There have been a lot of challenges for employers in the last year with respect to wage and hour. There were the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) salary exemption updates that were put on hold and a higher minimum wage in Arizona. With all of this, organizations cannot forget to review their wage and hour practices to ensure compliance. MORE >
Is your organization including the appropriate compensation in overtime calculations? Are positions appropriately classified as FLSA exempt? This session will review some of the top compliance issues where organizations misstep and provide some tips for compliance.This program can also be tailored for state law compliance such as California.
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Old Scams, New Tricks: Defending Against Modern Financial Fraud and White-Collar Crime
Martin Hellmer, Former FBI Agent and Managing Director, SunHawk Consulting
TOPIC CATEGORY: Business
Financial crimes are as old as money itself—but as technology advances, so do the methods of deception. Ponzi schemes quickly found new life in the world of cryptocurrency. The infamous “Nigerian Prince” advance fee scam seamlessly transitioned from fax machines to email, text messages, and social media DMs. Affinity frauds—targeting victims through shared beliefs or communities, such as religion—continue to thrive, often peddling completely fictitious investments. MORE >
Scams may use new tools, but their core tactics stay the same. During his career as an FBI Special Agent, Martin investigated complex financial crimes that frequently crossed borders and exploited the interconnected global economy. His work included dismantling Ponzi schemes, exposing fraudulent investment operations, and following the money through webs of deception.Drawing from decades of hands-on experience, Martin offers audiences an insightful and engaging overview of the most common white-collar crimes, the red flags that signal trouble, and practical strategies to avoid falling prey. Whether speaking to business professionals, compliance teams, or the general public, Martin delivers real-world lessons with clarity, credibility, and just the right touch of storytelling.