This document is a portfolio of keynote presentations and workshops offered by Dr. Ashley Cross. It covers the science of hope, popular topics, audience types, format options, fees and the speaker's biography.
This is a portfolio of keynote presentations and workshops offered by Dr. Ashley Cross, executive director of HOPE585. It is intended for organizations, schools, faith communities, healthcare agencies and conference planners seeking evidence-based talks on hope and resilience.
The document opens with an overview of the Science of Hope, explaining that hope is measurable, teachable and actionable. It lists expected outcomes for audiences: improved well-being, resilience, goal achievement and community engagement.
A section on popular keynote and workshop topics includes titles such as 'The Healing Power of HOPE in Education', 'HOPE and Wellbeing for Educators', 'Restoring HOPE through Community and Belonging', and 'HOPE as an Operating System'.
The portfolio specifies that keynotes and workshops are suitable for nonprofit organizations, schools, universities, faith communities, healthcare organizations, government agencies, corporate leadership teams and conferences. Format options include conference general sessions, leadership retreats and professional development trainings.
Fees are listed: 45-60 minutes for $3,500 and 60-90 minutes for $4,500, determined after consultation. The document concludes with a biography of Dr. Ashley Cross, detailing her work with HOPE585, her foster parenting experience and her advocacy for system-impacted youth and families.