Speakers
Tina Powers
Trusting Your Own Natural Knowing
It is our birthright to be intuitive. Trusting ourselves is the key to our own freedom.
It is my belief we all have intuitive psychic gifts. Somewhere along the line we were told not to use them. It became more important what other people thought about us, instead of what we thought and felt. Our value was dependent on others viewpoints. I am hoping we turn that concept around. Learning to trust ourselves, what we sense and how we feel.
Tina lectures on intuition and holds private sessions with clients at the world renowned Miraval Resort in Arizona. Her clientele is a veritable "who's who" of people from all walks of life - from business leaders to celebrities that span the globe. Her warmth, infectious laugh and incredible ability to help people connect with a higher vibration enables them to lead happier and more inspired lives.
Vanessa Johnson
Control and Letting Go
Vanessa’s first career was in the biotech industry working in oncology (Glaxo, Seattle Genetics, Biogen/IDEC/Genentech, and Celgene). She obtained a Master’s degree in Public Health and went on to become the founder of My Health Concierge, dedicated to helping cancer patients and caregivers by matching them with their own oncology nurse to guide them throughout their cancer journey.
She closed the doors of MHC after 2 years and was searching for her next opportunity when her path took a sharp turn in an unexpected direction and she found herself as the Executive Director for a local Meditation Center. Vanessa went on to get her 2-year Meditation Teacher Training Certification through a program with Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach.
She is now Co-Founder/CEO of Navvisa, a reiteration of her former company, bringing her experience, a seasoned team in healthcare and tech, and adding a telehealth platform to scale the company nationally.
Vanessa volunteered at Stanford Healthcare and Med School as a Patient Family Partner representing the patient voice on various quality improvement projects, speaking engagements and serving on the Patient Family Advisory Board at Stanford Hospital. She also enjoys fun adventures and traveling the world with her husband.
Vanessa will be speaking about:
Life surprises you if you let it- in the most difficult and wonderful ways! I've found life's journey is circuitous, not straight. And the concept of a Destination is an illusion.
From being very ill as a child (almost dying 2x before age 13) having a dogged determination, and living life in a very controlling way to 'make things happen', to discovering that following your passion, working hard, AND holding things lightly (don't cling to the shore, float with the tide), would take me to places better than I had imagined for myself.
Through Meditation, silent retreats- I had some very profound experiences that I'd like to share regarding control and letting go:)
My life's journey from a competitive career in fast-paced biotech- coming to a screeching halt and landing at a meditation retreat center- to becoming CEO of a digital health company at age 54, and now who I am at age 62. It's been an interesting ride so far:)
Suzanne van Veenendaal
Intuitive cardreading
Suzanne is an intuitive tarot card reader. Through a transformational time in her life she discovered she was able to tap into her intuitive ability to guide herself into a new beginning.
Christine Rosche
Root Cause Gut Microbiome Healing and Reset Approach
Christine Rosche, MPH,CNS,CBT, Digestive Health Expert/Functional and Integrative Nutritionist- Learn about the Gut Microbiome and which microbes affect your Brain and Whole Body Health - Which foods, herbs and approaches are best for healing your digestive system permanently
Christine Rosche is a highly sought after inspirational speaker who has helped thousands nationally and internationally to identify the root cause of their digestive/health issues and find lasting solutions with cutting edge, evidence based strategies. She is the author of 2 books, the latest "Light Living"
An Integrative Approach to Health and Weight" based on 25 years experience
She taught courses at Stanford Medical Center
She has studied and worked with the leading functional and preventive medicine physicians in the United States and Europe/ Christine has maintained a private practice in medical nutrition therapy/health counseling since 1983 and specializes in customized digestive health/nutrition consulting for all types of stress and digestive issues including constipation, diarrhea, IBS, IBD, Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, SIBO, heartburn, absorption issues, gut permeability. As a Licensed Heartmath (TM) Trainer she is pioneering the work of heart rate variability/biofeedback training for Stress Burnout and Gut Health.
Yvonne van Veenendaal
BioGeometry and the Energies of Life
As a student of BioGeometry, a vast energetic modality with its roots in Egyptian temple sciences and
French Radiesthesia I have become aware of the subtle energies that surround and animate all life,
matter and land that surrounds us. BioGeometry teaches us that thorough RESONANCE we can come
into balance with our surroundings. This practice can guide us through practical skills such as locating
and correcting hazardous earth energy lines in our homes; reducing our exposure to EMF radiation or
making the best food/consumer product choices. Using BioGeometry provides us with a level of
profound support in our modern world and enhances our experience of it for the benefit of ourselves
and others.
In this session I will guide you through a brief history of BioGeometry and demonstrate how to use a
neutral pendulum to discover your own energetic fingerprint. This pendulum, when used properly, can
determine whether particular substances are strengthening or weakening for you.
I look forward to demonstrating this practice, opening the door to a powerful invisible, yet tangible
world.
Michelle Colucci
Michele Colucci is a thought leader in venture capital, a lawyer, an investor, a serial entrepreneur, and a philanthropist. She holds five patents in technology and has established companies across legal, technology, retail, and entertainment sectors. Her vast experience in highly regulated industries has addressed various issues from management to legal matters. As a venture capitalist specializing in medical technology, Colucci is dedicated to influencing the healthcare field by investing in companies that enhance diagnostic decisions for doctors through AI and big data applications.
She has served on the board of directors for public and private companies such as Global Indemnity Group, Nephrosant, Optina Diagnostics, NOWDiagnostics, GLX Analytix, Biotia, and Delphi Diagnostics. Colucci has been a frequent guest lecturer at Stanford University’s School of Engineering. In 2017, she was appointed West Coast Ambassador by the Nobel Laureate Foundation and recognized as one of 'Women of Influence' by the Silicon Valley Business Journal. In 2023, Silicon Valley Magazine honored her as the 'Top MedTech Investor.' Colucci obtained her B.A. and J.D. from Georgetown University and an M.F.A from the AFI.
Wise Women Retreat schedule
Plan your day
9:00 AM
Welcome
9:10 AM
Morning Session with 3 Speakers
1:00 PM
Lunch
2:00 PM
Afternoon Session with 3 Speakers
5:30 PM
Social Hour
6:30 PM
Dinner
8:00 PM
Completion of the Day
Food is lovingly prepared to accomodate any dietary need.