Join American Family Insurance brand ambassadors and DreamBank community favorites, the Scott Brothers, as they return to kick off Dream Summit 2025! In this energizing keynote, Drew and Jonathan invite you to set your intention for the day ahead, with personal stories and inspiring ideas designed to help you dream fearlessly. From guiding you to envision your goals to pushing you to trust in your potential, the brothers will share their strategies for cultivating confidence, standing courageous in the face of adversity and making authentic choices that support and strengthen your dreams. Grab your journal, pour your favorite coffee and embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment as we transform into more fearless dreamers together. Let Dream Summit commence!
While AI offers incredible pathways to boost productivity and deliver results, automation tools are far from perfect ― especially in their ability to mirror the human experience. So, how can we best use AI to support our dreams? Whether you’re striving to become an entrepreneur, pursuing a passion project or simply trying to achieve more momentum in your profession, this action-oriented session will explore how to effectively blend AI tools with genuine human connection to drive your dreams forward. Led by Henna Pryor, workplace performance expert and 18x award-winning author of Good Awkward, you’ll learn strategies for leveraging AI as your “intern” to boost productivity while keeping communication authentic, personal and engaging. No matter your unique aspirations, you’ll discover how to build trust and drive results with a truly intentional approach to AI.
Whether it’s a career shift, a relationship transition or simply stepping into a new season of life, the stress and overwhelm that accompany change can hold us back from moving our dreams forward. So how can we break through these barriers and navigate new opportunities with confidence? In this engaging session with Dr. Luana Marques, Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, Founder and Director of Community Psychiatry PRIDE at Massachusetts General Hospital and former President of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, you’ll discover the Bold Move Method™, a mindset approach that helps you turn anxiety into motivation and develop a personalized action plan to navigate uncertainty with courage. From practical tools that help you manage stress to proactive strategies for combatting avoidance, this session will prepare you to step boldly into your next chapter of dreaming fearlessly.
Our homes are more than just the places we live; they’re the foundation for the dreams we pursue and the lives we build. In this inspiring session, renowned interior designer and TV host, Taniya Nayak, will share how intentional design can spark possibility, foster creativity and support the life you envision for yourself and your family. Drawing from her expertise and personal journey, Taniya will offer actionable tips and heartfelt insights to help you create spaces that reflect the dreamer you are today while encouraging your aspirations for tomorrow. With courage, persistence and a touch of imagination, you’ll discover how to transform not only your surroundings — but the dreams they support as well
Building a brighter future for our planet starts with pursuing big opportunities today! In this optimistic and empowering session, author and energy transition expert Chris Turner will move beyond fear-driven mindsets about climate change to present approachable solutions that can help you — and your community — embrace healthier, more sustainable and more resilient ways of living. With collaborative grassroots strategies and exciting insights into climate innovation, you’ll learn how small steps to embrace the energy transition and sustainable living can add up to significant impacts — while discovering the importance of ambition and hope in achieving our collective climate dreams.
The most effective dreamers know that achieving bold goals takes more than hard work—it requires accountability, emotional intelligence and the courage to dream fearlessly. In this engaging session, Valorie Burton, acclaimed author, coach, speaker and President and CEO of The Coaching and Positive Psychology Institute, will share practical, science-based strategies that transform the way you approach ANY dream. You’ll discover how coaching isn’t just for professionals — it’s a dynamic mindset and social superpower that anyone can use to spark motivation, foster resilience and create breakthrough results. Through a proven three-step framework and real-world examples, Valorie Burton will demonstrate how to integrate coaching into everyday moments to strengthen relationships, clarify your purpose and build a community that supports and sustains your journey as a dreamer.
Could getting to know the full potential of your brain help you become a more successful dreamer? In this fascinating conversation with Dr. Sahar Yousef, cognitive neuroscientist, UC Berkeley MBA professor and leader of the Becoming Superhuman Lab, we’ll explore the science behind motivation and decision-making and discover how to structure your to-do list to become a more purposeful and productive dreamer. From learning why certain tasks feel harder to tackle than others — to understanding how to tap into your brain’s reward system — you’ll learn insightful strategies for sharpening your focus, increasing your effectiveness and creating energy and momentum in the daily tasks that drive your dream forward.
Turn confidence into a catalyst for your dreams! Research shows when you believe in yourself, you’re more likely to open the door to new opportunities, overcome obstacles with resilience and step boldly in the direction of your goals. In this inspiring session, Dr. Ivan Joseph, award-winning coach, PhD sports psychologist and viral TEDx speaker, will share research-backed strategies for strengthening your confidence in moments of adversity, quieting self-doubt and reframing your inner dialogue to push yourself forward. Offering engaging stories plus plenty of relatable, try-it-yourself exercises, you’ll leave with a clear roadmap to help you fearlessly unlock the potential of your dreams.
What if the key to activating your dreams isn’t about controlling everything—but letting go? In this powerful and transformative closing keynote conversation, podcast host, #1 New York Times bestselling author, and one of the most respected experts in mindset, life improvement, and behavior change, Mel Robbins, will introduce The Let Them Theory. This simple yet profound mindset shift helps you break free from the expectations and opinions of others to pursue your true purpose. By embracing this approach, you’ll learn how to release unnecessary stress, refocus your energy on what truly matters and confidently pursue your dreams without hesitation. With Mel’s signature blend of science-backed insights and real-world wisdom, this final Dream Summit session will leave you feeling empowered, inspired and ready to take bold action toward your goals. It’s time to stop seeking permission and start living life on your terms. Let them—and let yourself dream fearlessly!
