Meet Your Odyssey Experts

Host: Catherine Canadeo

Self-Care for Leaders:

Prioritizing Wellbeing to Enhance Leadership & Nurture Your Soul

Catherine Canadeo, CEO of Catherine Canadeo Health and Wellness Corp., is an Executive Wellness Advisor, Holistic Health Coach, Board Certified through the American Association of Drugless Practitioners, Integrative Nutritionist, and Wellness Ambassador. She coaches and consults with private clients and corporations, offering concierge executive wellness coaching for C-level managers. Catherine is a keynote speaker for corporate meetings and conferences, presenting workshops on leadership, team building, and corporate wellness. She has been featured as a speaker for Enzo Biochem- Life Sciences, Hightower Advisors, KPMG, Bank of America, and Girl Scouts of Suffolk County, among others. Catherine is the official Health and Wellness Consultant for Hemophilia B Coalition Women’s and Men's Retreats and a monthly columnist for Long Island Press and Dan’s Paper. She specializes in customized plans for weight loss, food sensitivities, detox programs, autoimmune disease, diabetes, hormonal imbalances, and stress management, focusing on a holistic, non-diet approach.

KeyNote Speaker: Dr. Kate Truitt

Phoenix Up!

Harnessing Neuroplasticity to Thrive Through Adversity & Build Personal Empowerment

Dr. Kate Truitt, a clinical psychologist, applied neuroscientist, and internation bestselling author, is globally recognized for her expertise in trauma, stress, and resilience. She is the founder of the educational platform Truitt Institute and leads her award-winning clinical team at Dr. Kate Truitt & Associates. As a member of the Goldie Hawn Foundation’s MindUP Scientific Advisory Committee, Developer of the Havening Techniques, and expert contributor to the Kevin Love Fund. As an expert media consultant, she has contributed to global platforms such as Medium, BBC, and Today and regularly speaks at the United Nations and the U.S. Department of Defense, amongst others. Her memoir, Keep Breathing: A Psychologist’s Intimate Journey Through Loss, Trauma, and Rediscovering Life, released as a #1 Top New Release this year and her first book, Healing in Your Hands: Self-Havening Exercises to Harness Neuroplasticity, Heal Traumatic Stress, and Build Resilience, is an international bestseller. Through her #askapsychologist platform on social media, as well as the work of her Foundation, Dr. Kate is dedicated to destigmatizing mental health and fostering resilience worldwide.

Speaker: Dr. Roxanne Carforas

Stress, Hormones, & Health:

Empowering Approaches to Internal Balance and Strength

Dr. Roxanne Carfora, a Board-certified Anti-aging and Regenerative Medicine specialist, has practiced Family Medicine on Long Island, NY for 35+ years. She focuses on identifying disease causes, genetic impacts, and environmental toxins using comprehensive blood work and scientific data. She is the Owner of Ageless MD as well as an international speaker and consultant. Dr. Carfora addresses topics like hormonal disorders, bioidentical hormones, and immune health. As an associate professor at Stony Brook University, she educates healthcare professionals on preventive and nutritional medicine. Dr. Carfora has received awards for her teaching and devotion to Catholic Health Services. She's appeared on Channel 12 news and "The NEW Norm" discussing COVID-19 prevention and has written articles for publications like Newsday Wellness and Image magazine. Dr. Carfora serves as a medical advisor for MD logic vitamin brand, ensuring the highest quality products. Her book, Stress, Gut, & Immunity, offers a preventative guide to recognizing and correcting immune decline early, emphasizing the importance of Early Detection & Prevention.

Speaker: Dr. EvalinA Grayver

Heart Happy Health:

Heart Health As the Foundation of Your Wellness & Leadership Program

Evelina Grayver, MD is an Assistant Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine at Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and a full-time physician in the Northwell Health System’s Division of Cardiology. She has a broad background in general cardiology, with specific training and expertise in women’s heart health, preventative cardiology, and acute and chronic cardiovascular disease including heart failure and electrophysiology. She has developed a specific focus on the unique and evolving field of women’s heart health. As the Director of the Women’s Heart Program at Northwell Health System’s Central Region and a member of the Katz Institute for Women’s Health Steering Committee, she has worked to foster well-rounded and individualized cardiac care for women. She is now dedicating much of her clinical and administrative time to empowering women to take control of their heart health at every stage of life especially during their reproductive years, thus launching the cardio-obstetrics program in September 2020.

Dr. Grayver is currently the President of the AHA Board of Directors in Long Island and is also an Honorary Surgeon for the New York Police Department.

Moderator: Mae Caime, RN, CIHC

Mae, a timeless visionary with an ageless attitude at 65 plus, has an unwavering passion to empower women to live boldly. Holding formal titles such as a Registered Nurse, Certified Integrative Health Coach, Treasurer to Blue Star Moms NY6, and reigning MS. New York Senior America 2023, Mae is a dynamic CEO with over 35 years of experience in building multimillion-dollar enterprises. Mae is the founder of aMaezing Midlife & Beyond which encourages women to embark on a journey of self-discovery, navigate transformative paths, establish healthy boundaries, indulge in guilt-free self-care, and pursue soulful fulfillment. Her success as an event director /coordinator & speaker has her audience engaged, whether it be for fundraising or women’s events /summits. As an eternal optimist, Mae discovered age-defying benefits in body, mind, and soul despite facing challenges of Lupus and Hashimoto's. Dubbed an ACTION coach, adventurous fitness advocate, networking queen, and lover of red wine conversations, Community service is integral to Mae's identity, and she finds immense joy in participating in medical missions worldwide. Mae's commitment is unwavering to discredit ageism. She believes it is never too late to live vibrantly, with fulfillment and purpose.

Benefitting: the Michael Magro Foundation

Terrie Magro, RN, MA, transitioned from nursing at St. Francis Hospital to medical sales for a flexible schedule as she and her husband Paul began their family. Their sons, Michael and Marc, faced health challenges with Marc diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and Michael with Leukemia in 2004. Following the heartbreak of Michael's passing, Terrie channeled her resilience into founding the Michael Magro Foundation, supporting children with cancer and families. Initially sparked by Michael's wish for video games during his hospitalization, the foundation has since raised over $3.5 million, benefiting pediatric cancer programs across 19 hospitals in 9 states. Terrie, a recipient of numerous awards including the Women of Distinction and Trail Blazers, continues to lead the foundation full-time. Her dedication earned recognition from prestigious organizations like the International Women’s Leadership Association and Association of Fundraising Professionals LI. Terrie's impact extends beyond accolades, embodying compassion and advocacy for pediatric cancer care.