| Northwood International Creativity Conference: Applying Creativity for Business Success 06/07/2007 |
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On July 12-15, 2007, Northwood University's Alden B. Dow Creativity Center will host its 18th Annual International Creativity Conference. Held on Northwood's Midland, MI campus, the conference will challenge the assumption that creativity and business are different concepts, proving instead that creativity and innovation are crucially and inextricably related to business success.
The conference is targeted toward anyone interested in leading-edge topics presented by a group of innovators and leaders gathered from across the nation. Professionals eager to keep skills updated and to learn from significant, experienced "mentors" and futurists are especially encouraged to attend. The conference is ideal for those seeking ideas and new routes for progressing, growing, and competing in markets that require ever more sophisticated models and solutions. In addition, college students, whether they attend Northwood or another college or university, are eligible to receive college credit for attending the sessions. See the "Creativity Conference" link at the bottom of the page for more information.
Keynote speakers and topics for the conference include:Terence F. Moore
President and CEO, MidMichigan Health
"Leaders and Leadership"
This session will discuss different styles of leadership and the qualities of a good leader - excellent and inspiring information.
Linda Solomon, Bloomfield Hills, MI/Tuscon, AZ
Photojournalist
"Snapshots of Hope"
Leland K. Bassett, Bloomfield Hills, MI
Chairman and CEO, Bassett & Bassett, Inc.
“Communication’s Creativity Challenge: Make Sure The Message You Send Is The Message Received”
Bassett, the "dean of marketers," will discuss how to keep your marketing messages relevant and get them noticed in a world saturated with millions of messages a day.
Nancy Keene, Dallas, TX
Director, Stanton Chase International
"Work and the Art of Reinvention"
Changing demands in the workplace and the fanily necessitate that we constantly reinvent ourselves... a far cry from the days when workers could have one job for life. As an executive search expert, Keene knows what type of workforce businesses are looking for now... and what they'll want and need in the future.
Robert Alan Black, Ph.D, Athens, GA
Creative Thinking Consultant
“Are You Creative Like Einstein? Da Vinci? Van Gogh? Vasarely?"
Dr. Black will lead an insightful presentation on personal management styles. Participants will be invited to examine their own self-management (for better or worse) and learn how to improve these skills.
Robert Stafford, Midland, MI
First Vice President, Chemical Bank
Moderator - Panel of Area "Best and Brightest" Young Professionals
Stafford will moderate a panel of local leaders who have achieved early success, discussing how they achieved their goals and how they sustain and build on the careers they've created.
Click here for more information on keynote speakers in PDF format. In addition, a PDF file of information on session presenters and times is available here.
This year the Alden Dow Creativity Center Conference will also offer unique, behind-the-scenes exposure to Midland's world-class institutions and attractions. Attendees will spend one afternoon touring two sites of their choice, gathering inspiration for new ways of presentation, preparation and process… and enjoying experiences that are not readily available to the general public. Some of these venues include the Alden B. Dow Home & Studio, Dahlia Hill & Charles Breed Artists Studio, the Midland Center for the Arts, The Alden Dow Creativity Center and Northwood International Costume Collection, The Chippewa Nature Center, The Creative Spirit Center, the Alden B. Dow Fellowship Studios, and the Dow Diamond stadium, as well as private in-home entertaining.
Registration for the conference is preferred by calling the Alden B. Dow Creativity Center at (989) 837-4478. You can also register by printing, completing and mailing the registration form PDF located here. The registration deadline is Tuesday, July 3, 2007. Participants are welcome to register for the entire conference or for any combination of individual sessions.
For detailed information on session times and presenters, keynote speakers, and the overall schedule, visit the Creativity Conference Web page at the Alden B. Dow Creativity Center's Web site. You can also download the conference brochure or the list of speakers and topics in PDF format.
