Frank Benedetto, DPT, is a visionary leader and serial entrepreneur in the field of physical therapy. He
co-founded The Fight Science CollectiveTM, a global digital venture formerly known as CounterStrike,
serving martial artists in 21 countries since 2019. Frank recently launched UnlocktTM, a tech-forward
hybrid practice that helps children and adults with ADHD. He serves as a Strategic Advisor to
OffshiftTM, an AI-centric digital health platform designed for truck drivers, and Clinical Athlete, a
cutting-edge clinical mentorship platform. Frank is also a co-founder of The HoneyBadger ProjectTM, a
healthcare business incubator that inspires clinicians to expand the limits of what's possible in
physical therapy.

TANJA YARDLEY, B.SC .P.T.

VICE PRESIDENT – CLINICAL INNOVATION, HEALTHTECH CONNEX PHYSIOTHERAPIST, INNOVATION AND LEADERSHIP COACH

Tanja has 30+ years of experience in clinical and healthcare leadership; orchestrating strategy and operations across 50+ sites while coaching/developing leaders and allied health teams of all types across multiple business streams. Her past role as Healthcare Innovation Lead with Canada’s largest national healthcare company positioned her in the emerging technology space, where she developed relationships with numerous inventors and start-ups redefining the healthcare landscape. This insight into future-facing innovations brought her to Healthtech Connex, where she currently pursues her passion for technology, clinical neuroscience and brain health across their multiple divisions; working with clinical leaders at the Surrey Neuroplasticity Clinic, research professionals at the Centre for Neurology Studies and the medical engineering teams at Neurocatch. She recently founded the Brainnovation Network, linking neurorehabilitation facilities across North America to improve the standard of care for brain health.

Tanja is also part of the global faculty of The Complete Leader (Leadership Development programs) and The Innovator’s Advantage Academy (Innovation Training- Coaching), working with clinics and industry to design and develop clinical innovation programs. 

Dr. Ryan C.N. D’Arcy, PlEng, is a neuroscientist and neurotechnology entrepreneur. He is the co-founder, President, and Chief Scientific Officer of HealthTech Connex. He also holds Professorship appointments at Simon Fraser University and the University of British Columbia, where he serves as a BC Leadership Chair in neuroimaging and neurotechnology. Dr. D’Arcy has led the development of numerous innovations to improve brain health, including the Health and Technology District in Surrey, BC. He has published more than 300 academic works, attracted more than $100 Million in competitive research and innovation funding, and been recognized through numerous awards and distinctions (e.g., Canada's Public Service Award of Excellence, BC500 Influential Business Leaders). Dr. D'Arcy is a 3X TEDx speaker, who speaks frequently on brain health innovations around the world. 

Dr. Michelle Eisenmann attended Parker University where she earned her Doctorate degree in Chiropractic, her masters degree in clinical neurology and fellowship. She has a bachelors in Kinesiology from the University of North Texas and is a diplomate for the American Chiropractic Neurology Board. 

She has also completed additional courses in neurological studies with an emphasis on neuroplasticity, traumatic brain injury, post stroke rehabilitation, vestibular dysfunction, dysautonomia and more.

Due to her own health and family history Dr. Eisenmann has a passion for healthy lifestyles. After battling with her own health concerns and family concerns involving cancers, polyneuropathies, neurodegenerative diseases to name a few. She dedicated herself to helping others as well. When she is not working at the clinic she assists people with brain injuries by teaching them how to live a lifestyle that is supportive to recovery.

In her free time she enjoys spending time with her husband and family, researching non toxic beauty products and learning how to play the ukulele.  Being born and raised in Puerto Rico, Dr. Eisenmann offers services in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Cameron McCrodan is the founder and director of Opto-mization, with clinics in Victoria and Nanaimo, B.C. Combining his engineering background with advanced optometric training, Dr. McCrodan has developed groundbreaking treatments that address the visual implications of concussions and enhance concussion recovery.

His unique approach integrates functional vision exams that assess eye tracking, binocular function, depth perception, and visual-vestibular integration. These exams have uncovered critical insights often overlooked in traditional care, leading to effective solutions for issues such as headaches, dizziness, and concentration difficulties.

Opto-mization’s innovative vision therapy, which utilizes feedback loops instead of traditional exercises, has successfully improved the quality of life for many patients. The clinic’s specialized lens prescriptions are designed for maximum comfort and effectiveness, addressing a wide range of visual challenges post-concussion.

Dr. McCrodan is dedicated to advancing the field of optometry through continuous research and development. He collaborates closely with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients recovering from concussions.

Presentation Topics:

• Visual Implications of Concussion
• Innovative Vision Therapy for Concussion Recovery
• Enhancing Post-Concussion Quality of Life
• Collaborative Approaches in Concussion Management

Dr. McCrodan is passionate about sharing his expertise with both professionals and patients, offering practical insights and strategies for optimal visual health post-concussion.

Cait is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant who transforms athletes by equipping them with the mental tools to achieve consistent optimal performance and genuine satisfaction from their craft. With a masters degree in Sport Psychology and research on psychological recovery from concussion in elite athletes, Cait excels in restoring confidence and psychological flexibility for a successful return to the play. When she's not working with athletes, Cait is either mountain biking or getting lost in a great book.

Darryl has been a physical therapist for more than a decade. He is a clinic owner who built a 7-figure clinic in less than 18 months. He is the Chief Operating Officer for Clinic Accelerator where he supports 500+ clinic owners in recruitment and clinician performance. He has mentored and helped thousands of healthcare providers become all-star clinicians, clinic directors, and equity partners. Darryl holds lecturing appointments at multiple Canadian Physiotherapy Programs. His clinical practice focuses on lumbopelvic hip conditions where he consults with orthopaedic and neurosurgeons.

Dr. Laura DeCesaris is a functional medicine health strategist, specializing in women’s health and high 

performance.  She takes a female-centric approach to health and wellness, teaching women about their 

bodies and brains so they can make better decisions for their health and leverage their hormones for optimal performance.  Laura is a regular contributor to Rupa Health and is passionate about sharing functional medicine education with the general public.

You can find her contributions in outlets such as Forbes, NBC, MindBodyGreen, Greatist, Parade, Well + Good, and other publications.  Laura is based out of Scottsdale, AZ, and works with clients virtually around the world.

Lauren Auer is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Illinois. She is the owner of Steadfast Counseling, a private practice specializing in comprehensive trauma care. Lauren is trained in EMDR and is a certified Brainspotting practitioner. Through these advanced modalities, she offers clients a holistic approach to healing, encompassing body, mind, and nervous system recovery, facilitating their journey beyond areas of stagnation towards profound liberation.

Before establishing her private practice, Lauren gained experience across diverse roles within mental health agencies. This journey granted her a comprehensive vantage point on the intricate impacts of trauma across various populations, age groups, developmental stages, and roles. Her background encompasses collaborative work with both offenders and victims, uniquely shaping her insight into the lived experience of trauma and its path to healing.

Lauren also has extensive experience conducting training sessions on critical subjects such as vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue. Her audience ranges from mental health practitioners and school personnel to law enforcement, military personnel, and medical staff. This breadth of experience underscores her commitment to empowering and equipping fellow professionals with the tools needed to address and mitigate the pervasive effects of trauma.

Scotty is the founder of The Stoic Tiger, with over 25 years in healthcare as a physical therapist, holding a PhD in physiology, and is a Registered BWRT Practitioner. Having personally navigated anxiety disorders, he brings a unique blend of professional expertise and personal insight to his program. Scotty is dedicated to empowering individuals to conquer stress and anxiety through science-backed strategies and compassionate support. 

In addition to his professional achievements, Dr. Scotty's personal journey with high performance limitations including anxiety has shaped his approach to success and wellness. He understands the challenges of living with limitations and has used his experiences to create a program that addresses both the psychological and physiological aspects of the subconscious mind. His empathetic and evidence-based approach has helped countless individuals find relief and build strength and resilience. Dr. Scotty is passionate about sharing his knowledge and empowering others to take control of their mental fitness.

Cristabelle Braden is an award-winning singer/songwriter, speaker, writer, podcast host, and advocate for brain injury. She has fought through multiple traumatic brain injuries to come out on the other side carrying a strong message of resilience, hope, and healing. In the early stages of brain recovery, songs began to pour out of her. Her incredible journey has taken her from hospital rooms re-learning daily life tasks in brain injury rehabilitation to platforms across the nation. Whether speaking or singing, she brings her powerful testimony and a message of freedom, healing, and love wherever she goes. Cristabelle is devoted to bringing support and education through her popular brain injury podcast Hope Survives® and online support community Hope After Head Injury. Her years of commitment and attentiveness to brain injury survivors and their families through her online support community is evident and inspirational. Highly respected in the brain injury community, as Cristabelle is a member of the board of directors for Brain Injury Association of Pennsylvania (BIAPA), former member of the Board of Directors for the Council on Brain Injury (CoBI), and has advocated on a statewide and national level on Capitol Hill with the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA).

More info: www.cristabellebraden.com

Support groups & podcast: www.hopeafterheadinjury.com

Vanessa Blackstone, ACSW, citizen of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, is the Executive
Director of the Pain Psychology Center and co-author of The Pain Reprocessing Therapy
Workbook. She earned her M.S. in Social Work from the University of Southern California in Los
Angeles, CA. Following her own personal recovery from chronic pain, Vanessa began her
career as a therapist in 2018. In addition to chronic pain treatment, she specializes in sex
therapy, substance use and recovery, mindfulness-based relapse prevention, and works on film
sets as an Onset Wellness Professional. Outside of her professional roles, Vanessa is a former
foster youth who advocates for current and former foster youth by sharing her personal
experiences in public speaking events.

Shelley is an occupational therapist with over a decade of experience in treating individuals with traumatic brain injuries, and she has extensive training in concussion management and cognitive rehabilitation. Having endured persistent concussion symptoms herself, Shelley has unique insight into the complex and unique challenges that concussion symptoms bring to daily life. Her journey has led her to the forefront of enhancing occupational therapy with technology. She co-founded Brainbot, a digital rehab companion that leverages data and artificial intelligence to empower clients to understand and manage their concussion symptoms more effectively. Shelley's blend of clinical expertise, personal insight, and passion for innovative technology makes her a distinctive voice in the intersection of AI and occupational therapy.

Dr. Cory Ostroot and Jessica Waala are master Breathwork facilitators and teacher trainers. As The Healing Couple, they lead soul-changing experiences to help go-getters release overwhelm and unlock ultimate freedom and success from the inside out.

As a Naturopathic Physician and Yoga Teacher, they’ve traveled the world and experienced everything from plant medicine, talk therapy, yoga, personal development seminars, shamanic journeys, silent meditation retreats… you name it. But nothing came close to Breathwork for long-lasting transformation. Through breath, they’ve transmuted years of anxiety, burnout, and depression into deep inner peace, abundance in life and business, and true happiness.

You can count on them for a down-to-earth approach to personal growth, to guide you to the deepest depths within, and to empower you to take real action and radically transform. When it comes to their last breaths, they want to say, "We did it ALL," and they want to help others go all in and make the most of this one precious life too.

Today, Cory has stepped away as a full-time Physician and together, they’ve supported tens of thousands of humans all over the globe through their events, programs, and coaching and are known as the go-to secret weapon for many entrepreneurs and leaders. They are also founders of RESET Breathwork and have trained nearly 100 facilitators worldwide through their certification program. Their mission is to impact millions of lives, and they believe that together we can heal the world, and it starts with your breath.