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Meet Our Keynote Speakers

Join us for the Summer Conference: Transforming Tomorrow Together, taking place July 28-30, with pre-conference meetings July 27th, at the Radisson Plaza Hotel - Kalamazoo, MI. This dynamic event brings Community Action professionals together to connect, collaborate, and explore innovative strategies that strengthen the communities we serve. Through engaging sessions, meaningful discussions, and valuable networking opportunities, attendees will gain fresh ideas, share experiences, and build partnerships that help move our work forward.

Registration is open and available through July 10, so be sure to secure your spot! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, be inspired, and work alongside colleagues from across the network as we continue transforming tomorrow, together.

Lodging Cut-Off Date: All reservations need to be finalized before the contracted cut-off date of July 6 (7/6/2026)
Registration Protection is now available for all events. Attendees can add optional refund protection at checkout (≈7% of registration cost) and receive up to 100% reimbursement if they can’t attend due to covered, unforeseen circumstances.
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Dr. Sabrina Jackson

Dr. Sabrina Jackson, known as "The People Expert," is a renowned clinical therapist and motivational speaker with over 30 years of experience in enhancing interpersonal relationships and emotional intelligence. As the creator of the Essential Colors and Essential Lovestyles personality models, she provides innovative frameworks for understanding individual differences. A media personality, she captivates audiences with her weekly segment "Mental Health Mondays" on Fox 2, where she shares valuable insights on effective communication and conflict resolution. An award-winning global speaker & ordained evangelist, Dr. Jackson has also made cameos in 14 movies, showcasing her versatility and charisma. Passionate about making a positive impact, she empowers individuals and organizations to foster healthier connections in both personal and professional settings. Lastly, Her Excellency Dr Sabrina serves as a Peace Ambassador to the UN under WOLMI. 

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Dan Kildee

Dan Kildee is the President and CEO of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint. 

In fall of 2025, Kildee also begins his three-year appointment as the Griffin Chair of American Government at Central Michigan University. 

Dan served as a Member of the U.S. Congress from 2013-2025, representing Michigan’s 8th and previously Michigan’s 5th congressional district. He served on the Ways and Means Committee and the Budget Committee. He also co-chaired the bipartisan Congressional PFAS Task Force to more urgently clean up toxic PFAS chemicals. 

Prior to being elected to Congress, Kildee co-founded and served as President of the Center for Community Progress, a national nonprofit organization, where he was one of the nation’s leading voices on urban land reform and revitalization. He also founded Michigan’s first land bank - the Genesee County Land Bank, which is responsible for over $100 million in redevelopment in the city of Flint. 

Dan previously served as a Genesee County Commissioner and as County Treasurer. He also previously served as a member of the Flint Board of Education after being elected at age 18, one of the youngest elected officials in the country at the time. 

Dan is a graduate of Central Michigan University. He is married to Jennifer Kildee and has three adult children and two grandchildren.  He enjoys hunting, fishing, cycling, golf, and is an avid drummer. 

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Bridget Hilton

Bridget is an author and keynote speaker on how to take action on your biggest dreams and goals. As a teenager, she used her love of music as inspiration to go from sweeping garbage off Detroit music venue floors to hustling her way into the largest record label in the world - helping to launch some of today's biggest careers in music such as Taylor Swift, The Weeknd, and Rihanna.

Inspired by a viral video of a deaf woman hearing for the first time, she then founded the first ever social good electronics company (LSTN), sold millions of products, partnered with the likes of Google, Delta Air Lines, and Amazon, was interviewed by Today Show, GMA, NYT, and traveled to 40 countries and all 50 U.S. states giving over 60,000 people the gift of hearing.

Now as co-author of the international bestseller Experiential Billionaire, presenter of 2025's viral TEDx The Keys to Living a Rich Life, and facilitator of a 20,000 person research study on goals and regrets, she has inspired millions to follow and achieve their dreams personally and professionally.

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Sponsorships and exhibitor spots are open for this year’s conference, don’t miss the opportunity to connect, collaborate, and make an impact.

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