Roland C. Warren
President of National Fatherhood Initiative
Opening Keynote Luncheon
Thursday, November 8
11:15am-1:15pm

Roland Warren leads National Fatherhood Initiative (NFI) in its mission to imporove the well-being of children by increasing the proportion of childen growing up with involved, responsible and committed fathers. Under his direction, NFI accomplishes its mission through activities such as public education and cutting-edge resources and programming for fathers.

Click here to hear Mr. Warren speak on the issue of father absence in our homes across the nation.

Dr. Temple Grandin
Renowned author of "The Way I See It: A Personal Look at Autism & Asperger's"
Closing Keynote Luncheon
Friday, November 9
11:15am-2pm

Dr. Temple Grandin has served as inspiration and role model to many families and persons with autism by sharing her own story about the challenges she faced as a person with autism. Hear how her mentors motivated her to study and pursue a career as a scientist and livestock equipment designer. Learn how others dealing with autism can meet these obstacles and improve the quality of their lives.

Click here to hear Dr. Grandin's Ted Talk about how the world needs all kinds of minds.