Mental Well-Being Conference
Date: October 9, 2025
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location:
Cooper Alumni Center, Arkansas State University
Jonesboro,
AR
United States
Join the Office of Access and Belonging at NYITCOM-Arkansas for the upcoming Mental Well-Being Conference—an event focused on equipping educators, business leaders, and community advocates with tools to foster inclusive environments that support mental health. Participants will enjoy a powerful day of learning, connection, and action. The conference theme is “From Awareness to Action: Cultivating Inclusive and Mentally Healthy Spaces.”
The event is co-hosted by Arkansas State University Division of Access and Institutional Engagement, St. Bernards Medical Center, the Office of Access and Belonging at NYITCOM-Arkansas, and Arisa Health. This conference will equip attendees with practical tools and strategies to promote mental well-being in inclusive and equitable ways, especially in the spaces where we learn, work, and lead.
The conference will be held at the Cooper Alumni Center at Arkansas State University.
Keynote Speaker
Natasha Bowman, J.D.
President, The Natasha Bowman Consulting Group
Natasha Bowman, J.D., is a renowned thought leader, workplace consultant, and advocate for workplace equality with nearly two decades of experience. As a former c-suite HR executive, she has dedicated her career to transforming American workplaces from within, fostering environments where respect, genuine leadership, and top performance flourish.
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Recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice for Workplace Mental Health and listed among the Top 30 Global Management Gurus, Bowman is highly regarded for her expertise in diagnosing workplace issues and delivering proven solutions. Her ability to cultivate highly engaged cultures that genuinely value every employee’s contribution has earned her the moniker “The Workplace Doctor.”
As president of The Natasha Bowman Consulting Group, Bowman has served clients including Google, Forbes, Microsoft, and McDonald’s. She also serves as an adjunct professor of human resources at esteemed institutions including Georgetown University, Fordham University, Manhattan College, and The Jack Welch Management Institute.
Beyond consulting and teaching, Bowman is a sought-after international keynote speaker who passionately advocates for creating positive and engaging workplaces. She has spoken at prestigious events, including TedX, The HR Congress in France, the CDC, Harvard University, Trip Advisor, LinkedIn, and Oracle. Her expertise is frequently featured in national publications such as Forbes, Business Insider, U.S. News and World Report, The Wall Street Journal, and Fortune. Notably, she has two televised appearances with media mogul Oprah Winfrey.
As a three-time bestselling author, Bowman is committed to advancing workplace equity and mental wellness, she co-founded The Bowman Foundation for Workplace Equity and Mental Wellness and serves as a board member at NAMI-NYC.
Sponsorship Opportunities
To make this conference as effective and accessible as possible, we are inviting local organizations to support our mission as event sponsors. Sponsorship opportunities include event recognition, booth space, promotional features, and more. Your support directly funds high-quality speakers and conference activities as well as offers an increased community awareness of inclusive mental health practices.
Sponsorship confirmation is requested by September 1. For sponsorship questions, please reach out to Lori Smith at ljsmith@sbrmc.org.
- Full table, eight (8) complimentary registrations.
- Logo in conference program and day of event recognition.
- Event website post with organization logo and link.
- Social media post with logo and organization website link on event page.
- Vendor booth during the event.
- Four (4) complimentary registrations.
- Logo in conference program and day of event recognition.
- Event website post with organization logo and link.
- Social media post with logo and organization website link on event page.
- Vendor booth during the event.
- Two (2) complimentary registrations.
- Logo in conference program and day of event recognition.
- Event website post with organization logo.
- Social media post with logo on event page.
- Vendor booth during the event.
- One (1) complimentary registrations.
- Name listed in conference program.
- Company name on event website.
- Social media post with name on event page.
- Vendor booth during the event.
- Vendor Booth Sponsor – $100.
- Coffee Break Sponsor – $500 – One sponsorship available.
- Lunch Sponsorship – $500 – Four sponsorships available or exclusive sponsorship – $2,000.