Theme: Balance

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South Jackson Civic Center
404 South Jackson Street
Tullahoma, Tennessee, 37388
United States

Amy Loden Tiffany

Physician

Dr. Loden Tiffany is a triple board-certified physician specializing in Internal Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, and Obesity Medicine, bringing a wealth of expertise to her practice. Notably, she is also a board-certified health and wellness coach with additional coaching experience in life coaching, allowing her to offer a comprehensive approach to healthcare.

AW Schultz

Consultant

AW Schultz is a scholar, consultant, Amazon best-selling author, and international speaker. A.W. works with those in asset management within the manufacturing communities. Specializing in improving performance and sustainability within smart factories or robust asset care programs. Having supported some of the largest manufacturing companies in the world, from foods, chemicals, oil and gas, medical devices, steel, cosmetics, and mining. With a unique ability to coach individuals and teams, empowering them to reach their full potential. Recognizing that effective leadership is pivotal to success, A.W. prioritizes the development of strong managerial skills and creates tailored programs to foster growth at all levels of an organization. Through his coaching expertise, A.W. has witnessed remarkable team transformations, resulting in enhanced collaboration, increased productivity, and improved employee satisfaction.

Brittany Harris

Fitness Expert

Born with less than desirable circumstances, Brittany has learned what it takes to overcome adversity firsthand. From sharing a bedroom to sitting in the boardroom, she is an inspiration of what’s possible when you set your mind to something. Brittany has spent her life dealing with ups and downs, and now makes her living helping others navigate their own trials and tribulations. She is the mother of two beautiful girls, a women’s physique competitor, and a daily reminder that, with God, all things are possible. Brittany was raised by her grandmother after her parents lost custody of her and her sibling. Although her grandmother was an incredible influence on her, she would later discover the traumatic aftermath of her early childhood. She was determined to defy the odds and not become another statistic. Being the first “Overcomer” winner at the 2020 Nashville Fitshow showed her she was meant for more. Here is where she found her purpose.

Christy Bonner

Marriage and Family Therapist + Yoga Instructor + Enneagram Teacher

Christy Bonner is a licensed marriage and family therapist, a 500 hour certified yoga instructor, and a certified Enneagram teacher. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts from Emory and Henry College, a Master of Divinity from Emory University, and a Doctor of Ministry from Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. Christy finds meaning and purpose in her work seeing therapy clients, teaching yoga, writing for The Lookout Mountain Mirror, and co-hosting the Enneagram+Yoga podcast. She loves to spend her free time reading, antiquing, traveling, playing with her 4 year old, date nights with her husband, and time with family and friends.

Kat Smith

Yoga Instructor

Kat Smith is the co-host of Enneagram + Yoga, a yoga instructor (RYT 500), and an accredited Enneagram teacher. Kat has a deep passion for practicing and teaching yoga. Yoga empowers her to find inner strength both on and off my mat. It helps her live her life with mindfulness and joy, as well as cultivating a balance of a healthy body and peaceful mind. She is honored and overjoyed to share her love of yoga with each and every one of her students.

Renee Bruns

Guinness World Record Holder + Adventurer

Renee Bruns is a former Fortune 500 insurance executive who left her role in May 2022 on a mission to see the world and reshape her views of humanity. She was born with an undiagnosed skeletal disorder that has caused her to use a wheelchair full time. Through her travels to 124 countries, all 7 continents, and all 50 states, she became a Guinness World Record Holder and has been featured on numerous media sites and podcasts. She is currently working on a book to share her story of navigating the world with a physical disability and the series of events that led her find self-acceptance, and ultimately a diagnosis of her unique medical condition by a dedicated team of specialists. Renee is also working on a doctoral degree where her research is focused on positive psychology and the impacts it has on the workforce. She is a life coach helping those who are looking to restructure their lives and helps guide and advocate for those navigating undiagnosed medical conditions.

Tara Heaton

Communication Expert

Tara Heaton is a master storyteller and communication expert. She created EnPointe Communication by applying her years of neuroscience research to her years of leadership, sales, and presentation experience. She helps organizations strengthen teams, elevate performance, and make a greater impact. Before EnPointe, Tara worked for 23 years in sales, sales management and as vice president of sales for a $400M+ national corporation. Interestingly and quite tragically, Tara’s daughter was struck with a rare virus in 2005. What ensued was a lifetime of seizures that have caused gradual and significant brain damage. This catapulted Tara into a mono-maniacal study of the brain as it relates to memory, human behavior, habit, and function. From there she developed Talk to the BrainTM, the platform from which she teaches the neuroeconomics of what delights and influences the mind and elevates sustainable joy in today’s highly stimulated world.