Meet the Speakers
Meet the voices behind this year’s symposium — survivors, educators, advocates, and leaders bringing lived experience, professional insight, and hope to the Positive Matters community.
Learn more about each speaker’s story and the perspective they bring to the symposium, then join us for this meaningful event.
Devin Maghen
Severe traumatic brain injury survivor, pianist, and teacher whose story reflects perseverance, patience, and purpose in recovery.
Christine Carey
Educator, curriculum leader, and co-founder of Tilly’s Life Center with more than 35 years of work in recovery, emotional wellness, and youth development.
Chris Guerrero
Stroke survivor and father of three sharing the emotional, mental, and physical realities of long-term recovery.
Traumatic brain injury survivor whose story of faith, perseverance, and long-term recovery continues to inspire others.
Betty McPeak
Nurse educator and healthcare leader with more than five decades in nursing and more than 30 years mentoring future healthcare professionals.