Monday, October 26

Building a Culture of Trust Accountability and Professionalism in Public Safety

Retired U.S. Navy Captain, former Commanding Officer of the USS Texas, and former Commodore of Submarine Squadron Seven

Dr. Robert "Navy Bob" Roncska is a retired U.S. Navy Captain, former Commanding Officer of the USS Texas and former Commodore of Submarine Squadron Seven, where he led 10 nuclear-powered submarines, more than 1,700 sailors, and over $25 billion in national assets. He also served as a Naval Aide to President George W. Bush, carrying the nation's nuclear command and control codes. Following his military career, Dr. Roncska served as Executive Director of High Reliability and Patient Safety for AdventHealth, helping guide safety and culture initiatives across one of the nation's largest healthcare systems. A nationally recognized speaker, leadership consultant, and author of Beyond the Sea, he shares practical lessons on trust, accountability, culture, and leadership drawn from decades of experience leading high-performing teams in some of the world's most demanding environments. 

Tuesday, October 27

Leading in Uncertainty: Strategies for Commanding Chaos

Retired U.S. Navy Captain, former TOPGUN Fighter Pilot and Senior Director at Victory Strategies

Chad “Vinny” Vincelette is a retired U.S. Navy Captain with over 26 years of service as a TOPGUN fighter pilot and senior military leader. He flew both F-14 Tomcats and F/A-18 Super Hornets from aircraft carriers deployed in oceans around the world. His distinguished career culminated with leading a team of 1,200 military and civilian personnel as the Commanding Officer of the U.S. Navy’s East Coast Master Jet Base (Naval Air Station Oceana). As the senior leader on the base, he fostered working relationships with local, state, and federal agencies, and established mutual support agreements and integrated training with the City of Virginia Beach’s law enforcement, fire, and emergency services departments. Chad is dedicated to giving back to his community, serving as the volunteer Director of STEM Operations for the annual Naval Air Station Oceana Air Show. His leadership in the STEM laboratory provides over 8,000 fifth-grade students with a unique educational experience, setting a Guinness World Record for the largest school field trip in 2019.

Wednesday, October 28

When It Hits the Water

Leadership speaker, author, and survivor of "The Miracle on the Hudson."

Dave Sanderson is a famous leadership speaker, author, and survivor of "The Miracle on the Hudson." As the last passenger to leave US Airways Flight 1549 after its Hudson River ditching, he drew strength from the experience and committed to spreading resilience and doing what's right amid adversity.

Dave now believes everyone has a defining moment—personal or professional—but most don’t know how to act on it when uncertain. He now travels the globe on a personal mission to share his life lessons, show the importance of setting unbelievable goals, and achieving them, while sharing his passion for helping others who desire it with connection and community.

His Resilience Framework drives real growth by guiding sales, strategy, and execution in six clear steps.

Dave was named an Inc.com Top 100 Leadership Speaker, inspiring audiences globally with leadership insights.  He raised over $14.8M for the American Red Cross in 15 years.

He and Terri, his 38-year wife, live in Charlotte, NC with their four children.