Cardiogenix Medical Center presents The Power to Achieve

5 speakers, 5 perspectives on helping you achieve personal and professional success and happiness

The Power to Acheive, November 14th, 2009

Gift Tshuma - Keynote Speaker

Gift Samuel Tshuma cannot walk, and yet he has taken longer strides than most able-bodied people. He is looking forward to talking to you about how any of life's obstacles can be overcome. "I always knew that there are people in this world that experience bigger problems than I, but are able to overcome them."

Born in Zimbabwe, Gift and his mother and brother came to Canada in 2001. After studying at the Mackay Center, Gift pursued his secondary education at Westmount High School, where he discovered his incredible ability to convey his thoughts and his convictions. As a teen, he consistently ranked in the top 3 of every public speaking event in which he participated. His high school years were further punctuated with active participation in the school's leadership and music programs.

Currently, Gift's activities include singing gospel and R&B music with the United Tribulation Force Choir, a band he co-founded, and pursuing full-time Law, Society and Justice studies at Dawson College, hoping to later continue his education in Law at McGill University. Gift is also a motivational speaker. Gift Samuel Tshuma cannot walk. Yet he is looking forward to talking to you about how he (and YOU) can move great distances.

Marie-Pierre Gagne

No time or energy to pursue your dreams? Talk to Marie-Pierre Gagné. A two time Canadian Olympian, Marie-Pierre began synchronized swimming at age six. She finished in fourth place at the 2003 world championships at Barcelona in the free routine combination event, and captained the Canadian national team to top 5 Olympic standings in Athens in 2004 and Beijing in 2008.

Marie-Pierre successfully trained and competed while studying, often sandwiching her downtown courses between training sessions at the Olympic pool. Marie-Pierre earned her Bachelor of Commerce degree at McGill University, and is pursuing graduate level studies. A gifted and popular speaker, Marie-Pierre will discuss life balancing, and how to make it work for you.

Roslyn Franken

Cancer as a motivator to better living? Talk to Roslyn Franken. Diagnosed with cancer at age 29, Roslyn fought back to become a long-term cancer survivor. Then at age 39, at her heaviest weight ever, and concerned for her health, Roslyn decided to fight back once again, only this time to overcome her battles with food, weight and lifestyle issues, once and for all.

She is author of The A List: 9 Guiding Principles for Healthy Eating and Positive Living ( www.roslynfranken.com) and host of the How to Thrive after 35 internet radio show ( howtothriveafter35.podomatic.com). Roslyn has a Masters in Human Systems Intervention from Concordia University in Montreal and is a certified coach through the Professional School of Psychology in California. She's been featured on CTV, Rogers, CH and A-Channel Television, a variety of radio talk shows in Canada and abroad and in numerous newspapers and magazines across Canada.

Roslyn owns Roslyn Franken Group, committed to helping people get fit, have fun and feel free by reaching and maintaining a healthy weight, balanced lifestyle, and positive life outlook. She provides practical guidance, personal insight and positive inspiration through her motivational speaking, 1-on-1 coaching and consulting services.

Dr. Ashok Oommen

How long do you want to live? A long time? Talk to Dr. Ashok Oommen about your greatest wealth: YOUR HEALTH.

Dr. Oommen is a McGill University faculty lecturer, an experienced family doctor and an emergency specialist at McGill University Teaching Hospitals. He has been featured on CJAD, Global TV, The Gazette and recently hosted a weekly health show on 940 Montreal. He specializes in the emerging field of longevity and will teach you how to lead a long, strong and happy life. You really do have the power to control your destiny.

Dr. Oommen is the Medical Director of Cardiogenix Medical Centre, a medical and lifestyle centre focusing on helping you live longer and live better; protecting your health through state-of-the-art multidisciplinary evaluations. Committed to giving people back their time, dignity and access to efficient medical treatment, the clinic's programs concentrate on detecting and preventing the five deadliest and most pervasive conditions: heart attack, stroke, cancer, obesity and diabetes. For corporations, Cardiogenix' unique, multi-layer Productivity Improvement and Wellness program and strategy addresses the needs of today's competitive human resources environment through optimization of employee health and well-being.

Robert Soroka

Not sure what you want to do? Then do it all...How? Talk to Robert Soroka. Robert has a varied background as a criminal lawyer, professor, consultant, marketing analyst, TV and radio personality and actor and playwright. He began his career in industry, working as a marketing and financial analyst for chain-store retailers. After earning his Juris Doctor degree from the State University of New York, Robert practiced criminal law in Buffalo, NY.

Robert resumed his teaching career upon his return to Montreal and now teaches business and law courses at McGill and Concordia Universities and Dawson College. His teaching was recognized when he received Concordia University's Distinguished Teaching Award and the McGill University Management Undergraduate Students' Teaching Award. As well, he is a private consultant for both public and private organizations.

Robert has also made more than 1000 television and radio guest appearances, and had a featured segment on both Montreal Today (CTV) and This Morning Live (Global Television) for 5 years. He previously hosted a local week-in-review radio show for several years. Robert's main passion is the theatre; he has authored several plays, all of which have been produced. Robert looks forward to discussing Achieving More by Creating Your Personal Definition of Success.

November 14th, 2009 at the Holiday Inn Montreal Midtown
420 SHERBROOKE W. MONTREAL, QC H3A 1B4

Registration: Call 514-731-2491 and ask for the Power to Achieve conference.