The Week Ahead

Next week is going to be a big week here at Hilton Head Health. Many of you are traveling from out of town to participate in the third annual Devin's Dash Memorial 5K. You've probably heard a lot of buzz about this event and now it's finally here! In just 10 days we will be celebrating what will be a first 5K for many, a reunion for our H3 family, and a celebration of life for all! I encourage you to join us in the festivities by attending the event, donating to Happiness Is Camping in Devin's honor, or participating in a 5K in your town! Please share your experience with us on Facebook.



What else makes next week so special? Only the fact that Hilton Head Health will be hosting TEDxHiltonHeadthe night before Devin's Dash! That's right, the infamous TED inspired event is coming to Hilton Head for one night only! TED is a nonprofit devoted to 'Ideas Worth Spreading.' It started out (in 1984) as a conference bringing together people from three worlds: Technology, Entertainment, Design. Since then its scope has become ever broader.

TEDx was created in the spirit of TED's mission. The program is designed to give communities, organizations and individuals the opportunity to stimulate dialogue.  Our event is called TEDxHiltonHead, where x=independently organized TED event. At our TEDxHiltonHead event, TEDTalks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection. 

Check out the list of allstar speakers:

• Tony Knapp - Tony is a highly respected speaker, trainer and consultant. He addresses thousands of men and women each year on a variety of business disciplines and his client list includes such well known companies as General Electric, FedEx, IBM, Marriott International, Nordstrom Department Stores and many other recognizable organizations. Tony is also a frequent contributor to a number of educational institutions including Ohio State University, United States Air Force Academy, University of Illinois and Yale University.


• Kurt Struver - Kurt was born and raised in the New York City suburbs. He went on to graduate from the NYU Stern School of Business and the Columbia University Not For Profit Institute. In his professional life he was the Business Manager for the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and Administrator for the Cooper-Hewitt Museum, the National Museum of Design and the Smithsonian Institution. Since 1988 he has been the Development Director, Administrator and currently the Executive Director at Happiness is Camping a Non-Profit summer camp in New Jersey for girls and boys with cancer.


• Jennifer Graftdyk - Jennifer Graftdyk is Australian born, but is truly a citizen of the world. Continental parents, living overseas and extensive travel lead her to thirst for life. A passion for inspiring experiences, different lands and ancient knowledge brought on her pursuit of whole spectrum wellness. She graduated from Dovestar Holistic School with certificates in Colon Hydrotherapy, Inner Cleansing, Kriya Master Massage Therapy, and Reiki Master…just to name a few. Jennifer was the Executive Director of the Southeast division of Dovestar Holistic School for 6 years and a Senior teacher at Dovestar Holistic School for 8 years. She founded her own wellness location, Oasis Life Spa in 2006. Jennifer's extensive experience shows her deep love of the industry and passion for self discovery.


• Lyle Orr - Lyle's talk is going to leave you feeling inspired to conquer anything! Lyle Orr lives in New Richmond, WI with his wife Jessica, son Jacob and daughter Ashlie. New Richmond is near the border with Minnesota where Lyle was raised on a large resort. Professionally, Lyle has worked as a Business Intelligence Data Architect for Univita Health for the past 12 years. When not performing his ‘Data Geek’ skills, he enjoys spending time with... his DJ business doing school dances and weddings which he has built over the last 13 years. Since his visit to Hilton Head Health in April 2011, he has enjoyed substantial weight loss and overall improved health that better enables him to spend time in the outdoors fishing, hunting and spending much more meaningful time with his family. Wellness has become a passion for Lyle trying to inspire and help others that struggle with weight issues.


• Lisette Volz, MSW, LMSW - This talk will come from the heart... Lisette is the Director of Behavioral Health for Hilton Head Health. In addition to facilitating psychotherapy sessions with a solution-focused approach to increasing personal happiness, Lisette lectures on subjects related to emotional resilience, motivation, and mindfulness. She has a special interest in food addiction, obesity related issues, and emotional eating. Lisette received her Master’s in Social Work at the University of South Carolina and received post-graduate training in mind/body medicine from the Harvard Mind/Body Medical Institute. Her training at Harvard won her the position of Program Director for the Columbia Mind/Body Medical Institute. Her eclectic experiences include owning a private practice in psychotherapy, being the Event Marketing Manager for Food & Wine Magazine, and owning an indoor-inflatable play center and toyshop for children. She has two daughters, Gabrielle age 11 and Delany age 8.


• Bob Wright, M.A.T. - The Yoda himself will also be speaking... Bob Wright is the Director of Education at Hilton Head Health. His goal is to provide Guests with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions on personal health habits. His expertise includes nutrition, weight loss management and disease prevention. Bob has been educating Guests at Hilton Head Health for over 30 years and holds a Master's degree in Health Education from the University of South Carolina.


• Adam Martin, B.S., ACSM Health Fitness Specialist® - Adam is the Hilton Head Health Director of Fitness, responsible for Lifetime Fitness and the Internship Program. Adam provides education, weight and health assessment and programming, as well as individualized fitness training.  Adam graduated with a B.S. degree from the University of Florida in Exercise Physiology/Biomechanics and is certified through the American College of Sports Medicine as a Health Fitness Specialist.

More information can be found at https://www.facebook.com/TEDxHiltonHead.