Collaboration Aims to Fuel Houston's Leadership Pipeline - Houston Coaches, Inc. and the YMCA Announce BE THE ONE: LEADERCAST 2010

HOUSTON, March 1 /PRNewswire/ -- In a collaborative effort, Houston Coaches, Inc., the YMCA of Greater Houston and Giant Impact, recently announced BE THE ONE: LEADERCAST 2010 to be simulcast live in Houston. "Offering leaders of today and tomorrow the opportunity for inspiration and education, Houston Coaches, Inc. and the YMCA are excited to bring this unique global leadership forum to our local community," explains Lisa Godfrey, President of Houston Coaches, Inc.

On May 7, 2010 this event will offer a full day of fresh ideas, unique insight, education, team development and individual encouragement. With an unprecedented variety of globally renowned speakers, presenters and professionals, guests can look forward to hearing from Jim Collins (author of Good to Great, How the Mighty Fall), Tony Dungy (retired head coach of the Indianapolis Colts), John C. Maxwell (best-selling author of The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership), Ben Carson (Neurosurgeon and Professor of Pediatric Neurosurgery at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine), Ed Bastian (President of Delta Air Lines), Jim Goodnight (CEO of SAS Institute, Inc.), Connie Podesta (expert in the psychology of human behavior and leadership development), Steve Uzzell (Award-winning corporate photographer and former National Geographic staff member), Mark Sanborn (best-selling author of The Fred Factor) and Chip Heath (author of Made to Stick, Columnist).

"With such an extraordinary group of leadership visionaries to share the stage with, it will be a true honor to share in the day, mission and conversation," explains Carla Powers, event emcee and the Head of Worldwide Litigation for Dutch Royal Shell.

Not limited to just growth, education, status and experience, authentic leadership requires service, sacrifice, vision, action, strength, hope and the ability to positively influence others. And although the commitment to lead is expansive and the challenges are countless, a select few exist who are fully dedicated to facing the challenge and leading by example. Making a positive impact on both the individuals who look up to them for guidance and on the community as a whole, these leaders are THE ONES.

"One community, one business and one person at a time, we CAN do it.  We CAN make a lasting impact – in Houston, the United States and in the World," says Reverend Jamie Clark of the Greater Houston YMCA.

The public is invited to begin their authentic leadership journey at BE THE ONE: LEADERCAST 2010 from 7am-3pm on May 7 at FaithBridge Church, 18000 Stuebner Airline Road. Admission is $129 and space is limited. For event details, registration and sponsorships, please visit www.houstoncoaches.com.

ABOUT HOUSTON COACHES, Inc.: Houston Coaches, Inc. is the Professional Coaching Organization for Executive Coaches, Business Coaches, Life Coaches, and other professional coaches.  Houston Coaches, Inc. is a chartered chapter of the International Coaching Federation. Houston Coaches, Inc. meets the first Monday of every month at 6pm at the Hess Club located at 5430 Westheimer, Houston, Texas.  For more information about Houston Coaches, Inc. visit the website at www.houstoncoaches.com

ABOUT YMCA OF GREATER HOUSTON: First organized in 1886, the YMCA of Greater Houston's mission is to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.  In the greater Houston area, 36 YMCA facilities and hundreds of program sites provide character enrichment and fun activities for people of all ages, cultures and abilities. The YMCA utilizes the skills of nearly 6,000 staff members and 15,000 volunteers.  The YMCA ensures to serve everyone, regardless of economic circumstance.  To learn more, call 713-659-5566 or visit us on the web at www.ymcahouston.org. The YMCA of Greater Houston is funded in part by the United Way.

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