THE GLOBAL EXCHANGE CONFERENCE 2023
ADDICTION • WELLNESS • MENTAL HEALTH • LEADERSHIP
THE WORLD'S LARGEST MENTAL HEALTH, ADDICTION AND WELLNESS CONFERENCE IN 2022
NOV 1-4, 2022
WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT
DOLPHIN RESORT AND DISNEY BEACH CLUB AND YACHT CLUB RESORTS
LAKE BUENA VISTA FL
The Global Exchange Conference 2022 is a four-day event of continuing educational presentations, workshops and experiences. The event brings together professionals and organizations from Mental Health, Addiction Treatment, and Holistic Wellness.
Speakers From Around The Globe
Look for these elite industry speakers and many more to teach, train and exchange knowledge at GXC2022.
Dr. Gabor
Maté
Deepak
Chopra
Rob
Lowe
Tian Dayton,
PhD
Margaret
Trudeau
Whoopi
Goldberg
Featured Golf Outing Instructor
David Leadbetter
David Leadbetter is regarded by many as the world’s premier golf instructor, 2017 PGA Teacher of the Year, PGA Hall of Fame Professional and a regular contributor to the Golf Channel. His clientele includes 26 major champions; seven world number ones and many more of the world’s very best and most famous golfers.
EVENT BEGINS IN
Plan Your Stay
Select Disney resorts are offering significantly reduced rates for attendees and exhibitors attending the Global Exchange Conference in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. You may even decide to extend your stay at these special rates.
- Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel
- Disney Beach Club and Yacht Club Resorts
- Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
- Disney's Pop Century Resort
WHAT TO LOOK FORWARD TO AT GXC 2022
EDUCATION AND EVENTS
You will find an extensive program by proven and trusted presenters from around the world who are well-known experts in their fields.
TRADE SHOW
Attendees wil engage with exhibitors from all conference disciplines at the GXC 2022 Trade Show.
EPCOT LIKE YOU'VE NEVER EXPERIENCED BEFORE
Holistic wellness and somatic workshops will weave their way through the many lands of EPCOT. Here you will find Yoga in the Park, breath work, massage therapy and vital body and spirit experiences available for all attendees.
GXC INAUGURAL GOLF TOURNAMENT AT
"THE MOST MAGICAL PLACE ON TURF"
Tee it up with fellow attendees on one of Walt Disney World's finest golf courses.
ANIMAL KINGDOM EVENING EVENT
Our visit to Disney's Animal Kingdom will expose attendees to an awe-inspiring land that celebrates the magnificent power of nature.
GXC's Animal Kingdom Event Sponsored By:
DATES TO REMEMBER
TUESDAY, NOV. 1, 2022
- Conference Registration Opens
- GXC Golf Tournament
- Opening Night Event
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 2, 2022
- Conference Begins
- Trade Show Opens
- Open Evening & Opportunity for Sponsor-Hosted Events*
THURSDAY, NOV. 3, 2022
- Yoga in the Park
- Animal Kingdom Event
FRIDAY, NOV. 4, 2022
- Trade Show
- Sessions
*SPONSOR-HOSTED EVENTS: If you or your company is interested in a private event, please contact Barry Jacobson, 407.463.3316 or events@theglobalexchangeconference.com.
Highlights of GXC 2022
Join world-renowned speakers at our 2022 international conference to discuss new treatment strategies, collaborate with peers and professionals and drive new perspectives on mental health, addiction and wellness.
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Contact:
DBA: Exchange Events Inc
Email: info@theglobalexchangeconference.com
About:
The GXC Conference is an international conference dedicated to professionals who want to elevate their knowledge regarding therapeutic practices, treatment models, and the latest mental health, addiction, and wellness innovations.
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Ruth Ann Rigby, CRS currently serves as the Chief Development Officer at BRC Healthcare in Austin, TX. She has been a leader in the behavioral health and addiction recovery field for over 24 years with 25 years in Recovery. She represents the very principles that she strives for every day—honesty, integrity, humility, and grace.
Barry Jacobson, a former Executive for the Walt Disney Company, is the principal owner of Barry Jacobson Consulting. The firm provides insight and hands-on training to companies in building a culture of excellence, focusing on leadership and management practices, employee engagement, event operations, and customer-centric experiences.
Marvin Ventrell became the CEO of the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP) in 2015, continuing his 30-year career as a lawyer, association director, teacher, and addiction treatment executive. NAATP, founded in 1978, is professional membership association of addiction treatment providers whose mission is to provide leadership, advocacy, training, and member support services that ensure the availability and highest quality of addiction treatment.
Greg is the award-winning filmmaker of feature length documentaries, The Anonymous People and Generation Found. In 2015, he executive produced the historic UNITE to Face Addiction Rally on the National Mall when tens of thousands of people including from around the world gathered alongside major musicians to end the silence surrounding addiction. He also produced the launch of the first-ever Surgeon’s General Report on Alcohol, Drugs, and Health: Facing Addiction in America. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Washington Post, ABC World News, LA Times, and countless other news outlets. He also serves as a member of the United States of Care’s Voices of Real Life advisory group.
Jason is Vice President of Communications and Chief Marketing Officer at High Watch Recovery Center. He is a communications strategist with many years of experience in healthcare and advocacy.
Nanette Zumwalt is currently recognized as one of the top interventionists and an industry expert, both nationally and internationally. Nanette began working in the field of mental health and addiction treatment nearly three decades ago as a direct care technician at inpatient acute psychiatric hospitals. With her vibrant and engaging personality, knowledge, experience, and sincere desire to help those in need, it is no surprise that her career has included various management titles throughout top national therapeutic schools and recovery programs.
Daniel S. Valha is the CEO of KDV Consulting, a boutique consulting firm for the meetings industry.
Jerry Schwab is the CEO of High Watch Recovery Center in Kent, CT.
Dr. Boff is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a Certified Athletic Trainer, and a Strength and Conditioning Coach who is not only an expert in his profession but is also extremely passionate about the intersection of health, wellness and function. With over 20 years of professional sports experience as a physical therapist and trainer for the NBA, he has been able to transform bodies and change lives with incredible success. His Los Angeles-based company, MHB (Manage your Health and Body) Fitness, grew from his own philosophy to take ownership of managing one’s health and body. MHB Fitness is a concierge health and wellness service that specializes in providing an elite level of individualized client care in addition to consulting services.
Samantha Quinlan works in the Behavioural, Mental and Emotional Health sector and is the founder of the international conference on Addiction -iCAAD. She has extensive knowledge and networks on specialist issues across the world on Addiction and mental health.
Nikki Soda is a passionate advocate for recovery, experienced marketer, and meeting planner. With over 10 years of nonprofit and corporate meeting planning, she brings an energy and level of professionalism used to create successful outcomes. Prior to working in the healthcare industry, Nikki was an event planner and organized large scale events while working for both corporate and nonprofit organizations. Her background in recovery led her to shifting into the behavioral health field. Previously, Nikki has worked in the capacity of Director of both Business Development and Marketing for nationally recognized treatment facilities, as well as overseeing several Alumni programs while being on the board of the Treatment Professionals and Alumni Services. Advocacy and Public Policy are two passions that Nikki continuously puts effort into, through volunteering and community engagement.
Gary Seidler has been one of the foremost advocates of the addictions. and mental health field for the past 40-plus years as a book, magazine publisher and professional conference organizer.
Robbin Mooney has served in the behavioral health industry since 1998, creating and implementing dynamic marketing solutions, design, and branding strategies for a variety of companies and institutions.
Hand-picked by Oprah Winfrey as one of her Super Soul 100 changemakers, Jeff helms Commune Media — offering an assemblage of in-depth wellness courses, podcasts, and other media featuring the field’s foremost experts, including Deepak Chopra, Russell Brand, and Sharon Salzberg. “Our goal is to democratize well-being,” says Jeff. As creator of the global Wanderlust festivals, host of the popular Commune podcast (120,000 monthly downloads), and the author of three books, Jeff presents his audience with knowledge and guideposts to becoming their best selves. Classes, podcasts, and books offer a roadmap to creating a better society through compassion, community-building, and hands-on activism. An expert in mindfulness and a sociopolitical commentator with a degree in political science and American history from Columbia University, Krasno digs to find common ground when people divide along political lines, and offers a path to connection.