A Call to Transform Leadership with Compassion

SAN DIEGO - Sept. 8, 2025 - PRLog -- The Infuse Compassion Into Companies (ICIC) conference is proud to announce its dynamic speaker lineup for the 2025 event, promising to inspire, challenge, and equip leaders across industries with the tools needed to lead with compassion. The virtual conference will take place on November 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pacific Time, uniting thought leaders and change-makers to explore the profound impact of compassion in the workplace.

The 2025 ICIC will feature visionary speakers who are reshaping leadership paradigms. Amy Quesenberry, creator of Start With Compassion® and co-founder of ICIC, will set the stage by speaking about the power of connection in leadership at all organizational levels.

"Leadership today isn't just about guiding a team, but about genuinely connecting with the people you lead," Quesenberry said. "ICIC showcases how people-centered leadership can help people thrive at work, transform organizational culture, and drive sustainable results."

Joining Amy is Timothy Cormier, founder of Cormier Executive Optimization, who will explore the critical theme of leading with humanity in the age of artificial intelligence. Attendees will learn how AI can augment human capabilities, enhancing compassionate leadership.

Nancy Gunter, CEO of Gunter Training, will discuss the vital topic of understanding the diverse generations in the workplace. "To foster a culture of empathy, we must appreciate the unique values and contributions of each generation," Gunter explained.

Jennifer Pestikas, Chief Experience Officer of a renowned financial institution, will address the pervasive issue of burnout, offering insights into recognizing and managing it for greater personal and organizational growth.

Stephen Davis, Vice President of Learning and Development at ArchKey Solutions, will bring a focus on heavy industries. His presentation will emphasize how compassion can drive change and enhance safety and satisfaction in sectors such as construction.

Randy McNeely, affectionately known as The Kindness Giver, will showcase how simple acts of kindness can significantly enhance business outcomes. His compelling message underlines kindness as a strategic business advantage.

Finally, Dr. Elia Gourgouris, celebrated as America's Happiness Doctor, will guide attendees on aligning a winning mindset with the heart to achieve personal and professional success.

Tickets for the virtual event, including recordings of the speeches, are available on Eventbrite at an early-bird price of $49 USD. The regular admission price is $79 USD.

The conference promises a transformative experience, empowering attendees with actionable strategies to weave compassion into the fabric of their leadership approach.

For more information and to register for the 2025 ICIC Conference, visit https://infusecompassion.com.

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The Infuse Compassion Into Companies conference is an annual event dedicated to redefining leadership through compassion, fostering an empathetic workplace culture, and empowering leaders to drive meaningful change.