Events

Join MAPP and ARPM’s Young Professionals Network at a YP Pre-Conference session. This professional development program focused on young industry professionals looking to grow their network and their leadership skills. The YP Pre-Conference will feature a keynote address from John Vermeesch.  This session is available to anyone under the age of 45.

John Vermeesch, Founder of Narrow Road Coaching, will provide an inspiring and interactive session on leadership in turbulent times.

In today's VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) environment, leaders must adapt quickly, overcome adversity, and safeguard their people and organizations. Drawing from his 28-year Army career and private sector experience, John will share practical lessons applicable to any leader or organization.

Key Takeaways:

• Managing vulnerability and self-doubt as a leader
• Effective crisis communication and chaos containment
• Protecting your team while regaining initiative
• Identifying opportunities amidst challenges
• Leveraging inspirational influence during critical moments

Through real-world stories and interactive discussions, you'll gain valuable insights to apply in your own leadership context.

About John Vermeesch

John Vermeesch's journey has been shaped over a lifetime through the peaks and valleys of military, entrepreneurial, and corporate experience. Along the way, he has always been privileged to walk alongside amazing people and steward excellent organizations.

In the Army, Vermeesch served as an infantry officer, leading and training soldiers stateside and abroad for nearly 28 years. He had the extraordinary and rewarding privilege of leading “America’s sons and daughters” in combat during Operations Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, and New Dawn. As a commander, he led over 900 people in Baghdad, serving over three million Iraqi citizens. As a Colonel, Vermeesch directed an Army-wide Center of Excellence focused on the ethical and character development of the entire U.S. Army.

In the private sector, Vermeesch helped leaders through both high touch 1-on-1 coaching as well as senior executive leadership facilitation. As an executive coach, he has walked alongside dozens of leaders at early-stage companies, high growth, and manufacturing organizations. He has been blessed to create and deliver leadership development programs for thousands of individuals at all levels of organizations.