Dr. Christian A. Friend, President of C.A. Friend Consulting, has 25 years of experience in research, program management, and leadership across public education, consulting, nonprofits, and academia. Guided by his faith to “learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression,” he has served as Chief Impact Officer of a human rights organization and CEO of a youth racial equity initiative.
Dr. Christian Friend
Kendra Mack is a global learning leader, keynote speaker, and advocate for helping people embrace the power of the present. After pivoting from a self-proclaimed job-aholic to Vice President in just five years through clarity, she has trained over 1,000 managers and designed development programs for top companies including Deloitte, ADP, Korn Ferry, and World Wide Technology.
Ms. Kendra Mack
Eric T. Williams is a visionary human capital leader with 30+ years of experience transforming organizations through strategic HR, culture management, and operational excellence. Known for cultivating thriving cultures, empowering diverse workforces, and driving sustainable success across industries, he created The Selah Principle—a method that harnesses intentional pauses for reflection and clarity in addressing challenges.
Mr. Eric Williams
Patrice Funderburg, MS, is Founder and Chief
Visionary of Educate to Engage LLC, a consulting firm she launched in 2017 to drive transformational change through education, exposure, and engagement. With over 25 years in corporate HR, Patrice has devoted her second career to advancing justice and building a city of second chances.
Mrs. Patrice Funderburg
Dr. Alexandra Arrington is a Charlotte community member, a consultant and trainer, an
adjunct faculty member, a non-profit leader, and a wife and mother. She is passionate about
creating equitable opportunities for marginalized people, especially young people, and
invested in the ways that community support, empathetic relationships, and coalition-
building can support people living the lives that they dream for themselves.
Dr. Alexandra Arrington
Terry Lee's mission in life is to help people identify their potential and possibilities and
navigate their progress to success. Terry has 20 years of experience in training, learning and development, leadership
development, workshop facilitation and public speaking. He has worked with and
spoken to thousands of leaders and youth on helping them become more self-aware
and leadership ready.
Mr. Terry Lee
Khalilah Pitt is a speaker and facilitator driven by the potential of humanity. In 2022, she joined the YMCA of the USA as the Manager of Multicultural
Leadership Development. Khalilah curates workshops and presentations on a range of
leadership topics and especially loves working with younger leaders as they shape their
contributions to this world.
Ms. Khalilah Pitt
Dr. Glenn Thomas's books have touched the hearts and minds of countless leaders, igniting a movement toward a new paradigm of leadership that places love and the human experience at its core. After working for brands such as Target, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, and the YMCA, Dr. Glenn crafted the Heart Work Leadership framework and created a transformative people-focused business enterprise to serve heart-centered leaders and organizations.
Dr. Glenn Thomas
Heart Work
Summit '24
About the Summit:
Why We’re Gathering
Discover how heart-centered leadership transforms people, cultures, and performance. The Heart Work Summit 2025 is your space to connect, learn, and be inspired by voices shaping a future where workplaces lead with love.
Speakers & Sessions:
Meet the Voices of Heart Work
Hear from trailblazers, change-makers, and everyday leaders who are redefining success. Our 20-minute power talks and heart work mini-workshops will spark ideas you can apply immediately—because leadership is lived, not just learned.
How to Attend:
Join Us from Anywhere
On November 6, 2025, join us virtually from anywhere in the world. Our “Pay What You Want” registration means everyone is welcome—whether you’re leading a team, growing a business, or simply leading your own life.
Get Involved:
Partner, Share, or Sponsor
Partner with us, share our message, or sponsor a session to help us expand the reach of heart-centered leadership. Together, we can grow a global community committed to leading with purpose, compassion, and courage.