Joni Turville is an award winning teacher and brings energy and expertise to both her presentations and instructional practice, which also includes working as a technology consultant, administrator, and university instructor. She has written numerous articles and books, focusing on effective instructional strategies, differentiated instruction, and technology. Joni is also passionate about professional development and has developed many train-the-trainer programs, as well as done significant work in using technology for professional development. She lives in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, and is a popular local, national, and international presenter.,
Linda G. Allen is an educational specialist, speaker, and writer. She works with both general education and special education teachers from kindergarten through high school, and provides training for substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and parents. Her long-time interest in brain-compatible research has provided opportunities to extend her knowledge of brain-compatible strategies, of building communities of learners, and of teaching students with special needs. Her topics include memory strategies for learning, novelty in the classroom, stress and threat, and processing learning. Linda lives near Louisville, Kentucky on a daylily farm. She has a husband, one daughter, three sons, two daughter-in-hearts, and a new grandson, along with two spoiled dogs, lots of deer, turkey, groundhogs, spiders, and snakes.,
LeAnn M. Nickelsen is a nationally recognized presenter, consultant, and author with a passion for the learning experience and those who lead it. Prior to founding Maximize Learning, LeAnn was a classroom educator and was awarded Teacher of the Year for her excellence in the classroom. She has written multiple books and frequently presents on a wide range of topics, including brain research, differentiation, deeper learning, reading and vocabulary strategies, and nutrition affecting cognition. She is known for delivering a wealth of information in an active, fun format with very specific, practical classroom examples. Her passions in life are raising her school-age twins and helping all students to maximize their learning opportunities. LeAnn and her family live in the beautiful, rolling hills of Ridgefield, Connecticut.
