Dr. Sam is a nursing professor at CT State community Colleges and an Adjunct professor at Yale School of Nursing and Western Connecticut State University in the USA. Dr. Sam initiated the Men in Nursing on campus to mentor and support males nurses in the nursing program. Dr. Sam received the prestigious Florence Nightingale lifetime nursing excellence award and inducted into the hall of fame at his Alma Mater. With all his accomplishments in the field of nursing and nursing education, Dr. Sam published his recent book: The Reality! His journey as a Ghanaian male nurse in a female space.https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FRWBTXS6?dplnkId=eb90ea78-1258-44c8-a226-bda1cc930e1e

Dolly is the Vice President of Nursing of the Children's Hospital and Obstetrics at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York, where she provides strategic leadership with a focus on engagement, quality, and patient experience. She is recognized for advancing and maintaining improvements in patient satisfaction, staff engagement, and leadership development. A committed healthcare leader and advocate for patient-centered care, Dolly continues to guide programs and initiatives that enhance the experience of women, children, families, and the community she serves

Dr. Hollie Robichaud stands at the forefront of women's health and integrative nursing practice, inspiring advancement in clinical care and holistic wellness worldwide. Recognized by Today’s Nurse for her excellence in patient care, coaching, education, and therapy, Dr. Robichaud is a dynamic leader whose practice bridges conventional medicine with complementary approaches—improving health outcomes for women across the lifespan. As a specialist in maternal-child wellness, women’s health, and functional medicine, Dr. Robichaud is committed to addressing the unique health needs of women, including complex conditions such as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Her holistic perspective ensures every patient receives individualized, compassionate, and culturally sensitive care. Through Nursing Insights, her professional platform, Dr. Robichaud mentors nurses globally—equipping them with essential tools for leadership, resilience, and the promotion of gender-inclusive health strategies. Dr. Robichaud also mentors nurses locally in her community through her Maternity Lead Instructor Faculty position at a private university. Her distinguished academic record—ASN from Bristol Community College, followed by BSN, MSN, and DNP degrees from Capella University—reflects a lifelong dedication to nursing practice and education. Dr. Robichaud is a proud member of Phi Beta Kappa and Sigma Theta Tau, honored for her outstanding contributions to nursing scholarship and leadership. She also holds several post-doctoral certifications such as Hypnotherapy, Sylvotherapy, Usui Reiki Master Teacher, and herbalism. Dr. Robichaud’s influence reaches women, families, and health professionals in diverse communities. She actively engages in international collaborations, professional organizations, and continuous learning to champion evidence-based care, patient advocacy, and holistic health—a mission that resonates powerfully in the global conversation on women’s wellness. As a keynote speaker at NURSING - 2026, Dr. Robichaud brings visionary leadership, practical expertise, and passion for empowering women and healthcare providers. Her commitment to innovation and integrative healing makes her a transformative voice in shaping the future of women’s global health.

Bienvenido R. Tabuzo, Jr., MSN, RN, CCRN is the Academic Nursing Division Director at CT State Community College Gateway in New Haven, Connecticut, with more than 30 years of academic and clinical experience across the Philippines, the UAE, and the United States. He is pursuing a PhD in Education (Organizational Leadership) and holds an MSN in Nursing Education and a BSN with honors. A seasoned nurse educator and critical care clinician, Mr. Tabuzo has taught extensively in medical-surgical nursing and has held faculty roles at Yale University School of Nursing and Southern Connecticut State University. Clinically, he serves as a Clinical Nurse III in the Cardiac ICU at Yale-New Haven Hospital, with prior experience in MICU, step-down, hemodialysis, and perioperative nursing. His professional involvement includes Sigma Theta Tau International, AACN, and the Philippine Nurses Association of America. He is the recipient of multiple honors, including the 2025 CCNW Workforce Development Award, AACN Nurse Hero Award (2020), and Most Outstanding Alumnus (2019). Mr. Tabuzo has contributed to national presentations and has published in the American Journal of Critical Care, advancing safety and excellence in nursing practice.

Dr. Ugorji is a nurse leader with administrative management skills leading programs. She has served as the Associate Dean / Chief Nurse Administrator at Metropolitan State University, Dean of Nursing and Health Professions at North Hennepin Community College, and Associate Dean of Nursing at Rasmussen University, all in Minnesota. Currently, an Assistant Professor at Southwest Minnesota State University teaching in graduate and undergraduate programs. She is serving as an external advisor to the MN Governor’s office on Public Engagement and a fellow with the Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program (CADFP). Dr. Ugorji has served in different University committees such as the President's round table, Dean's committee, Academic Affairs, etc. She is active in professional organizations and serves at different levels including; American Nurses Association Commissioners for Addressing Racism in Nursing, Board member of - the National Association of Nigerian Nurses in North America (NANNNA), NANNNA past National President 2014-2015, Association of Black Nurse Faculty (ABNF) Education Committee Co-chair, etc. Dr. Ugorji has received several leadership awards, including the United States President’s Lifetime Achievement Award for Community Service, International Leadership Award from CAFBLC, & NANNNA Leadership Award.

Having many years of experience in healthcare and academia, Dr. Pape has held several clinical and leadership positions. In 2010, she received regional, state, and national Nurse of the Year awards for Teaching and Research Excellence from the American Association of Medical Surgical Nursing. She joined the Liberty University in 2021 as adjunct graduate faculty teaching in the PhD program. She is nationally and internationally known for her medication safety research in reducing medication errors by reducing interruptions. Her innovation has reached worldwide recognition as an evidence-based practice. She also received teaching excellence awards in 2016 and 2017, and 2023. Dr. Pape is certified in perioperative nursing (CNOR-E) nursing education (CNE) and certification as a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt. She earned her BSN from the University of Texas at Austin, her MSN from UTMB Galveston, and her PhD from Texas Woman’s University Houston. Dr. Pape has authored nearly 30 articles and book chapters. In 2022, Dr. Pape was featured at two national and one international forum discussing medication safety.

Cardiologist with special interest in cardiovascular prevention, obesity and hypertension. Fellow of European Society of Cardiology since 1991. National Fellow of the Specialist Certification of Obesity Professionals in Europe (EASO) since 2005. Chairman of Slovak League against Hypertension since 1997, committee member of Slovak Hypertension Society, long-term committee member, vice president and honorary member of Slovak Society of Cardiology, now (since 2016) the chairman of the working group for cardiovascular rehabilitation. 25 years acting as a lecturer and cardiologist in Faculty Hospital in Martin, Slovakia, in 1991-1993 vicedean of Jessenius Medical Faculty Comenius University in Martin. In 1995-1997 head of cardiology dept. at Cardiocentrum Roosevelt´s hospital in Banská Bystrica, Slovakia. Founder and head of Dom srdca in Martin since 1997 (coupling of cardiorestaurant and cardiofitness with dept. of cardiology for out-patients). Author of books "Pocket ECG" and "Nuclear cardiology", author of social game for reaching optimal weight "CALORIES". Head of consultants for common World Bank and Slovak Ministry of Health Project "Analysis of optional ways of preventative health financing" in 2001. Editorial boards member of Slovak journals: Vaskularna medicina, Via practica, till 2008 Czech journal Cor et Vasa too. Since 2019 the member of the Slovak Ministry of Health committee for Standard Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Prevention Area. Several years acts as a reviewer of Blood Pressure Monitor journal, of annual congress abstracts grading for European Society of Cardiology and in the last year as a national reviewer of Sport Cardiology Guidelines for European Society of Cardiology. Since 2019 till now the National coordinator for cardiovascular prevention in Slovakia at European Association of Preventive Cardiology.

Vince Callahan received his master’s degree from Regent University in 1986 and began a three decade career as a professional counselor, and educator, working with individuals and families in both private practice and in-patient hospital settings. As part of the intensive work that has been done, he has studied the needs of children and the impact dysfunctional family systems have on their growth and development. Fueled by the desire to investigate these and other issues within the field of learning and development he began his doctoral work at Regent University in 2010. Vince’s doctoral focus has been the neurological impact of emotional trauma and its effect on academic performance. Intrigued by the implications within the educational system of how emotional trauma effects the learning process and academic performance, Dr. Callahan has spent the last twelve years researching early life stress and neurological development. A key element that his research uncovered is the viability of creating a relational learning environment within the classroom which would impact the learning ability of children who have experienced early life stress. Vince has documented over thirty thousand clinical counseling hours of individual and family counseling. He has worked in many therapeutic venues, in-patient psychiatric hospital units, private practice, church-based counseling centers and PACT teams. As a Christian counselor he believes in the power of God to “set the captive free” while utilizing sound psychological principles to assist clients in uncovering their interpersonal issues. Vince has conducted many family conferences throughout the United States and seven foreign countries. Within the conference setting individuals and families find healing and hope for their pain and dysfunction.