Dr. Lauire Hamilton

Biography

Dr. Laurie Diane Hamilton is an educator, scholar, keynote speaker, and dynamic moderator with nearly two decades of experience in education, leadership, and advocacy. She holds a doctorate in Instructional Leadership from St. John’s University, where her research explored equity and representation in gifted education. A passionate lover of literature and storytelling, Dr. Hamilton brings intellectual curiosity, warmth, and engaging dialogue to conversations with authors and thought leaders. Her work centers on amplifying diverse voices, inspiring meaningful discourse, and celebrating the transformative power of stories.

Sessions

1. Dating with Strategy

   Thu, Nov 5, 1:00 PM – 1:25 PM CT

   Track Networking

   Relationship coach Anwar White (1.5M+ followers) on dating with intention in the age of apps, built on discernment and authenticity.

2. From Viral to Published

   Thu, Nov 5, 1:35 PM – 2:00 PM CT

   Track Future of Marketing

   Reesa Teesa on turning a single viral story into a platform, a brand, and a book, and what it takes to own an audience.

3. Love & the Algorithm

   Thu, Nov 5, 2:10 PM – 2:40 PM CT

   Track Networking

   With dating apps everywhere, why is finding the right person still so hard? Two voices on discernment, vulnerability, and trusting yourself.

4. The Intersection of Media, Faith, and Storytelling

   Wed, Nov 4, 11:40 AM – 12:05 PM CT

   Track Future of Marketing

   Filmmaker, creative director, and entrepreneur Albaner Eugene on building a business where media, faith, and storytelling meet.

5. From Apple to AI

   Wed, Nov 4, 10:30 AM – 10:55 AM CT

   Track Future of Work

   Denise Young Smith on 20+ years at Apple and what inclusion means as technology and AI change who gets to build.