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Meet the Speakers for Catalyst 2022

Meet the Speakers for Catalyst 2022

By Speaker Slam®

Catalyst opened the 2022 season. 55 speakers from Canada and the US entered, and the Top 10 told the stories of the single moment that changed their direction.

On March 23, 2022, 11 speakers competed online on the theme of Catalyst.

Meet the speakers below. See how the night ended in the results.


Anesh Daya

Anesh Daya

1st Place at Catalyst 2022

I am a passionate language learning innovator that has equipped thousands of English language learners with a roadmap that helps them use language as a tool to break barriers and build bridges.

Jonathan Glass

Jonathan Glass

2nd Place at Catalyst 2022

i am a healer and i want to share my journey, hopefully it will inspire others to listen to their inner voice which leads to greater health and happiness

Lisa Kelly

Lisa Kelly

3rd Place at Catalyst 2022

One of the biggest risks I’ve ever taken was quitting a career to go for my dream of being a small business owner and stay-at-home mom. Another terrifying act was getting sober. These changes weren’t easy. And they didn’t happen overnight. But they turned out to be two of the most important choices I’ve ever made. Today, it's my passion inspiring others to find the courage to make the inner changes necessary for external transformation.

Alyssia Dietrich

Alyssia Dietrich

Instructor, Youth Mentor, Lieutenant

Coming full circle in life, Alyssia has 'connected the dots' demonstrating that our adversities lead to our purpose. With her genuine heart and strength like no other, Alyssia has transformed her darkest experiences into her greatest passions by bravely revisiting the toughest moments of her childhood, only this time... as the mentor for the next generation.

Jennifer Maxwell

Jennifer Maxwell

DISC Certified Human Behaviour Consultant, Clarity Coach for Multi-passionate Entrepreneurs

Several careers and dozens of unused URLs later, I'm happy to report that "multi-passionate" is indeed a thing, and is, in fact, the new gold standard for inspired living. It turns out a little self-awareness, loads of risks, and a whole lot of carving out your own path is just what the inner genius ordered. I couldn't be more excited to share my journey from scattered to creative alignment.

Marjorie Aunos

Marjorie Aunos

Mom on Wheels, Psychologist & Inspirational Storyteller

Thoughtful, fierce and Inspirational speaker of the year, Marjorie knows about overcoming adversities. After discovering the healing power of storytelling, she feels compelled to share her perspective on Life! Marjorie is hoping to accompany others to find their path towards living and crafting their Legacy.

Pat Labez

Pat Labez

Actor, Author, Advocate

I’m Pat Labez, “The Joy Boomer” international bestselling author, actor, and lifelong senior advocate. As co-founder of Third Act Encore, I help those age 50+ amplify their joy by connecting with their passion, purpose and legacy. "A joyful heart is the beat of life."

Renee Paser-Paull

Renee Paser-Paull

Professional Speaker, Trainer and Coach

As the President of Soaring Pathways, I'm a self-appointed spokesperson for how creativity can help sexual violence survivors, and the world, heal. I'm a wife, a mom, a tap-dancer, and a coach who gets to use tools like Lego, and Laughter Yoga to enrich and expand lives.

Robin Bryson Talmadge

Robin Bryson Talmadge

Leader, Author, Coach

Robin Bryson Talmadge is the Host of the Strategic Motivator Show, a Best-Selling Co-Author, and a recognized leader in Training and Strategic Development. Robin equips leaders and entrepreneurs to be confident and competent, optimize team productivity and performance and generate enterprise revenue. Robin is joining the Emerging Speakers family by leading a group specifically for thought leaders and entrepreneurs who wish to highlight their expertise and expand their businesses through better communication and speaking engagements.

Simmone Park

Simmone Park

Comedian. Storyteller. Soon-to-be-Author.

I am Simmone Park and after spending a lifetime trying to live up to a multitude of "expectations", I refuse to waste another minute being anyone but myself. I am brave. I am strong. I love to make people laugh. I am here for your healing.

Stephanie Broussard

Stephanie Broussard

Coach, story teller, entrepreneur

I bring stories to life that both challenge and motivate audiences to take the next step in their journey! I am extremely passionate about bringing hope to the hopeless and influencing the next generation. My life's motto is don't live for your presence to be noticed but live so your absence is felt

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