The Self-Compassion Advantage

 Managing Stress & Building Resilient Leaders

Join MPI Greater Orlando and the Central & Northern Florida Business Travel Association for a collaborative morning of education, wellness, community impact, and meaningful connection.

Stress is an unavoidable part of leadership—but how we respond to it can transform both our personal well-being and our effectiveness. In this high-energy, interactive keynote, Matt Kovatchis will explore how self-compassion can help leaders manage pressure, strengthen resilience, and lead with greater confidence and authenticity.

The morning will also include breakfast, professional networking, a wellness conversation, and a hands-on CSR activation presented in partnership with Experience Kissimmee.

MPI + GBTA Connection Challenge

Attendees will be encouraged to step beyond their usual circles and connect with someone new—particularly a member of the partnering organization.

Color-coded Connection Challenge cards and mixed seating prompts will help spark meaningful conversations and new professional relationships.

Complete the challenge and submit your card for a chance to win a prize!

Featured Speaker: Matt Kovatchis, CPCC

Matt Kovatchis is a former corporate banker turned mental health and stress management speaker and executive coach. He delivers engaging keynotes and transformative workshops for associations, corporations, and leadership teams across the country, focusing on stress management, self-compassion, and heart-led leadership.

Drawing from both lived experience and professional expertise, Matt helps others navigate the pressures and personal struggles he once faced himself. He has worked with leading organizations and multiple MPI chapters and hosts The Men in the Arena, a top 1% podcast focused on mental health. Click to read his full bio.

EVENT OVERVIEW

• Discover how self-compassion can help manage stress, strengthen resilience, and support more effective leadership.
• Learn practical strategies from Matt Kovatchis for navigating pressure with confidence and authenticity.
• Engage in a thoughtful conversation focused on wellness and heart-led leadership.
• Connect with MPI and GBTA professionals through the Better Together Connection Challenge.
• Give Back through a collaborative CSR activation presented in partnership with Experience Kissimmee.
• Celebrate the recipient of the MPI Greater Orlando Spark Award.
• Experience the Hilton Garden Inn Orlando Millenia during an optional property tour.

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