EPIC Library - Lunch with a Leader Recordings EPIC Library - Lunch with a Leader Recordings EPIC Library - Lunch with a Leader Recordings EPIC Library - Lunch with a Leader Recordings Lunch with Vincent White Executive Vice President - Metis July 10th, 2025 Lunch with Darryl Agee Solutions Architect, PMO September 23rd, 2025 Check back periodically for more!

The Cortex Change Readiness Culture Kit - Phase 1 Understanding Change Through Openness, Action & Accountability Step One: Take the Cortex Change Readiness Self-Assessment Assessment Step Two: Read the Cortex Change Readiness Scorecard to better understand your score Scorecard Step Three: Read The Readiness for Growth Factor Article: Article Step Four: Listen to the Change Readiness Growth Equation Deep Dive Conversation Step Five: Print, review, and bring this handout to your session Handout

Local and National Business Leaders Gather Tonight at Roanoke's Science Museum for Immersive AI Leadership Experience < Back Lynda McNutt Foster, Founder, Cortex Leadership Consulting & AI Strategic Leader, EPIC 2.0 Jan 14, 2026 Tonight, Wednesday, January 14, from 5:00–6:30 PM, Cortex Leadership Consulting will host an immersive leadership experience inside The Eye Planetarium at the Science Museum of Western Virginia, welcoming participants from across the country for AI Strategic Leader Cohort 3 and the inaugural EPIC 2.0 leadership program. Contact: Lynda McNutt Foster Founder, Cortex Leadership Consulting & AI Strategic Leader, EPIC 2.0 lynda@cortexleadership.com Tonight, Wednesday, January 14, from 5:00–6:30 PM, Cortex Leadership Consulting will host an immersive leadership experience inside The Eye Planetarium at the Science Museum of Western Virginia , welcoming participants from across the country for AI Strategic Leader Cohort 3 and the inaugural EPIC 2.0 leadership program. This invitation-only event brings together senior leaders, executives, and high-potential professionals who are actively applying artificial intelligence to real-world organizational challenges. Participants are flying in from multiple regions, alongside leaders from right here in Southwest Virginia. At 5:40 PM, attendees will experience a 20-minute, state-of-the-art visual presentation designed to stimulate strategic thinking, innovation, and collaboration—using the planetarium dome as a fully immersive environment. The evening also includes: Chef-created appetizers focused on brain health and performance Conversations with leaders shaping the future of work through AI A unique visual and experiential setting ideal for on-camera storytelling Event Details: Date: Wednesday, January 14 Time: 5:00–6:30 PM (key visual experience begins at 5:40 PM) Location: The Eye Planetarium, Science Museum of Western Virginia Address: 1 Market Square SE, Top Floor, Center in the Square, Roanoke, VA Media representatives are welcome to attend, film, and conduct brief interviews with event participants and Cortex leadership. For access or interview coordination, please contact Lynda Foster directly. Contact: Lynda McNutt Foster Founder, Cortex Leadership Consulting & AI Strategic Leader, EPIC 2.0 lynda@cortexleadership.com Previous Next

Cortex Culture Kit Cortex Culture Kit Cortex Culture Kit Cortex Culture Kit Welcome to Phases 1-3! Welcome to the Cortex Stressed for Success Culture Kit where you will learn how to deal with stressful situations, what triggers you, and how to have more pleasant experiences. More About Stressed for Success What You Will Learn The causes and origin of stress How your brain reacts to stress and anxiety The different types of anxiety that we all experience How stress can affect your relationships at work and create conflict leading to lack of trust in the environment Using the Exercises Deal with stressful situations with more calm and ease Fall asleep easier Things that used to trigger anxious responses in you may not effect you anymore Quickly remember and experience pleasant experiences that can lead to a feeling of more control and satisfaction How It Works Simply watch each Video in Phase 1 before your first Culture Group Session Print out Phase 1 Worksheet and bring it with you to your Group Session Once watching the modules and having your first Group Session, move on to Phase 2! Rinse & Repeat We recommend that you space your learning out every two days to give you time to digest and practice the exercises provided. If you require any assistance or have any questions, feel free to email the Cortex Team at info@cortexleadership.com to speak directly with a Cortex Team Member. Phase 1 What is Stress and Anxiety? Print out this worksheet and bring it with you to your Group Session for Phase 1- Stressed for Success Culture Kit! 10 Rules of Inclusion Phase 1 Worksheet Step One: Introduction Step Two: Interview Step Three: Lesson Step Four: Exercise Phase 2 Recognizing Amygdala Anxiety Print out this worksheet and bring it with you to your Group Session for Phase 2- Stressed for Success Culture Kit! Phase 2 Worksheet 10 Rules of Inclusion Step One: Introduction Step Two: Interview Step Three: Lesson Step Four: Exercise Phase 3 Amygdala Triggers and Reactions Print out this worksheet and bring it with you to your Group Session for Phase 3- Stressed for Success Culture Kit! 10 Rules of Inclusion Phase 3 Worksheet Step One: Interview Step Two: Lesson Step Three: Exercise 1 Step Four: Exercise 2

Measure your AI leadership. Measure your AI leadership. Measure your AI leadership. Measure your AI leadership. Expand your impact. Expand your impact. Expand your impact. Expand your impact. As part of your Leadership Roanoke Valley experience, you have complimentary access to the AI Leadership Snapshot - a quick, 5-minute reflection designed to help you lead AI change, utilize what you learn, and help us serve you better. Click HERE to Take Your Complimentary AI Leadership Snapshot Why Take the Snapshot? Leaders everywhere are being asked to do more with less. AI is rewriting how we plan, communicate, and lead. This quick snapshot helps you: Gauge your current use and ability to lead yourself and others with AI. Suggestions for going to the next level with AI in your role. Learn simple, safe ways to Co-Think with LLMs like Microsoft Copilot. Turn what you learn at the conference into real impact back at work. scorecard

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