Melody A. Hime, MAE, EdS, has worked with youth and families in the field of School Psychology for nearly 30 years. She completed her undergraduate degree, with a major in Psychology and a minor in German, at Mankato State University. Melody studied School Psychology, earning her Master of Arts in Education and Education Specialist Degrees from the University of Northern …
Marius J. Massie is a nationally recognized trainer, organizational consultant, and founder of Maximum 1™, a framework ecosystem built to help leaders and teams stay steady, relationally strong, and effective when the work gets hard. With more than 20 years of experience across K–12 education, youth‑serving organizations, and leadership development, he helps teams see the invisible patterns that drive burnout, …
Dr. Verna Cornelia Price has consulted for over 20 years as a human potential expert specializing in personal power, leadership and communicating across cultures. She is the co-founder along with her husband, Brother Shane Price, of the Power of People Leadership Institute and the founder of Girls in Action (renamed Girls Taking Action). Dr Verna began her career as a …
Allegra (Allie) Birdseye-Hannula, M.S. Teaching, is a lifelong learner, youth worker, author, learning and development specialist, and public speaker by trade. She is passionate about delivering impactful communication and de-escalation strategies to help youth workers address the needs of prickly youth. Allie began her career as a youth worker and has an extensive background in youth program leadership and training …
