AITP Chicago Meeting - Resilience Awakens: Managing Stress Effectively

Your Invited to an Informational Dinner Meeting!

A great opportunity to network with your peers!

Event Location:  RSM US, 30 S. Wacker Drive. Chicago, #3300

Refreshments:  Lots of Pizza, Soft Drinks, Water, etc.

Your Host: Alden Hutchison , Principal, Security Privacy & Risk, RSM US LLP

Topic:   Resilience Awakens: Tapping into Your Inner Force for Managing Stress Effectively

This is a Star Wars-inspired presentation designed to equip professionals with the skills to understand, manage, and alleviate stress and burnout. Attendees will explore the science behind stress, discovering how unmanaged stress can lead to burnout, much like a journey to the "dark side." Using relatable Star Wars analogies, they will learn how to recognize early signs of burnout and build resilience through practical, actionable strategies.

This session emphasizes the "Jedi mindset," teaching techniques like knowing yourself, emotional regulation, mindfulness, and maintaining a growth mindset to stay calm and balanced under pressure. Attendees will leave with tools to apply immediately in their daily lives, including knowing your workplace stressors, identifying how you respond to these stressors, learning two real time stress management strategies, and identifying support networks — all key to preserving their energy and mental well-being.

Attendees will gain a new perspective on handling stress, viewing it as an opportunity to build resilience rather than a force to be feared. By the end of the presentation, participants will feel empowered to overcome stress, stay focused on their goals, and prevent burnout by tapping into their "inner force" to remain resilient in challenging situations. This experience offers a unique, interactive approach to mental wellness, helping professionals thrive in high-stress environments.

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AITP or WiCyS Member: $15 Non-Member: $20

Presenter:  Steve Shelton

Steve Shelton is the visionary CEO of Green Shoe Consulting, where he combines his passion for peak performance with a flair for creativity. With a background in psychology and years of experience in the tech industry, Steve has dedicated his career to helping cybersecurity professionals manage stress and prevent burnout. Known for his engaging and lighthearted approach, he believes that laughter and connection are powerful antidotes to workplace stress. Under his leadership, Green Shoe Consulting has become a trusted partner for organizations seeking to cultivate resilience and boost employee engagement. When he's not strategizing innovative workshops or delivering thought-provoking presentations, Steve can be found exploring the great outdoors, indulging in sci-fi films (Star Wars and The Men Who Stare at Goats are personal favorites), or enjoying a good cup of coffee—always on the lookout for the next opportunity to inspire others to thrive in their personal and professional lives!