The Bravery Effect: Leverage the Science of Bravery to Elevate your Impact

The HBA Philly-Suburbs Chapter is pleased to host author and keynote speaker, Jill Schulman, on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the historic Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville, PA. Jill will present insights from her latest book, The Bravery Effect. Bravery is not an innate quality; it is a skill cultivated over time. Research demonstrates that enhancing bravery can significantly improve leadership, confidence, and performance outcomes.

In this engaging and evidence-based session, Bravery Expert and former USMC Officer, Jill Schulman, will examine the scientific foundations of how individuals confront fear, make decisive choices, and take purposeful action—even under challenging circumstances. Drawing from cognitive, behavioral, and social psychology, as well as neuroscience, she will present a practical framework for developing bravery in three core areas: Mindset, Actions & Relationships.

Participants will gain actionable tools to enhance leadership effectiveness, communicate with assurance, and embrace greater challenges, positioning bravery as a key differentiator.

A limited number of books will be available for purchase at the event, and Jill will be signing copies following her session. Early acquisition of the book is encouraged. Early attendees will have the opportunity to participate in an exclusive tour of the Colonial Theater!

Learning Objectives

Brave Mindset: Develop a growth mindset and transform self-doubt into belief and possibility
Brave Action: Align actions and goals with your ambition and overcome obstacles
Brave Relationships: Build connections that foster growth and courage

Agenda

4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Arrivals/registration in T1 lobby/pre-program tour
5:00 PM - 5:15 PM	Pre-program Tour of the Colonial
5:30 PM - 5:45 PM	Welcome comments and curtain speech from Jennifer L. Carlson
5:45 PM - 6:45 PM	Book program with author, Q&A
6:45 PM - 7:45 PM	Networking in Bank Lobby, concessions open, guests will be charged for items, NOT complimentary
6:45 PM - 7:45 PM	Post-program Tour of the Colonial

Additional Event Information

This event is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors: Ursinus College, Fortrea, The Colonial Theatre and Aquilante’s Catering.
Online registration deadline: 27 October 2025
Event is open to: HBA Members and Non-members
This event is not refundable.
Onsite (walk -in) registration: Is Not Allowed

Event Sponsor

Pricing

	Member	Non-Member
Regular Registration - In-person	$30.00 / €30.00	$45.00 / €45.00
Sponsor Registration - In-person	$30.00 / €30.00	$30.00 / €30.00

Members receive up to 50 percent discount

Event Policies

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COVID-19 Policy
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By registering for this event, I fully understand that my participation in the program is purely voluntary. I desire to participate and agree to act reasonably and prudently under the circumstances. I further understand that any HBA volunteers participating in the activity will act individually and will not represent the HBA. As a condition to my participation the activity, I waive and release the HBA and their officers, employees, and agents from any claim that I may have for any damage to property or injury to my person that may result in whole or in part from my participation.

Special Needs Policy
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