Escape to THRIVE Leadership Conference 2027 Presenters
Welcome to the Escape to THRIVE Leadership Conference presenters’ roster. The presenters below are excited to share their experiences, knowledge, and skills with our participants at THRIVE 2027!
As we continue planning for THRIVE 2027, we will update this page with confirmed speakers. Please return here as we get closer to the event to what speakers are confirmed.
2027 Escape to THRIVE Speakers
Stephanie B. Broussard, DSW, LCSW-S, APHSW-C
Sharing time and space with individuals and families during their most difficult days has given Stephanie a sincere and unique perspective on life. This is evident in her rare ability to aid individuals as they navigate the complexities of living life while simultaneously providing support to others during their final days. Stephanie shares her passion for life and the pursuit of purpose at every available opportunity.
Dr. Stephanie Broadnax Broussard is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Supervisor (LCSW-S), an Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Social Worker (APHSW-C), and a Certified Advanced Care Planning Facilitator and Trainer. A proud Louisiana native, she is a graduate of Louisiana Tech University and continued to the University of Texas at Arlington, where she received her Master’s degree. She received her doctorate in Social Work from the University of Kentucky.
Stephanie is the Director of Social Work at Thyme Care and the Vice President of Policy and Strategy at Adjuvant Behavioral Health.
While others avoid uncomfortable moments, Stephanie enjoys educating the community and other clinicians on the importance of communication and having difficult conversations while equipping them with the necessary skills. Recognizing the impact and weight of life’s transitions and being saddened by seeing others miss the opportunities of beauty and hope even within those most challenging times inspired Stephanie to speak and share intentional, powerful messages about purposeful living.
As a motivational speaker and educator, Stephanie engages and challenges her audiences with her witty yet straight-forward approach. The versatility of her messages has afforded her opportunities to grace national and local platforms.
Stephanie serves her community in many capacities. Stephanie is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Stephanie currently serves on the Board of Directors of Women in Power Empowering, Care, and Prepare (formerly the Coalition for Quality End-of-Life Care). Stephanie was appointed to the State of Texas Palliative Care Advisory Council.
Although proud of her professional accolades, Stephanie holds being the wife to Cory and the mother of her two boys, Cory and Corben, as her most significant honor. A self-declared “foodie”, Stephanie believes she has a chef’s palette but is keenly aware that this has not translated into an ability to make great food.
Rina Fox, PhD
Dr. Rina Fox is an Assistant Professor in the University of Arizona College of Nursing and a Member of the Cancer Prevention and Control Program at the University of Arizona Cancer Center. She received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Spanish from Tufts University, a Master’s degree in Public Health with a focus on Epidemiology from the San Diego State University Graduate School of Public Health, and a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the San Diego State University / University of California, San Diego Joint Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology.
Much of Dr. Fox’s work is dedicated to leading research to identify ways that cancer survivors can have better quality of life and lower symptom burden without changing their medications. Currently she is focusing on identifying the best ways for cancer survivors who have difficulty sleeping to get better sleep, and on developing an online program to improve stress management skills and increase peer connection for young adult cancer survivors.
Scout, MA, PhD
Scout (they/he) is the Executive Director of the National LGBT Cancer Network and the principal investigator of both the CDC-funded LGBTQ tobacco-related cancer disparity network and Out: The National Cancer Survey. Scout has a long history in health policy analysis and a particular interest in expanding LGBTQ+ surveillance and research.
The organization spends much of their time providing technical assistance for tobacco and cancer focusing agencies expanding their reach and engagement with LGBTQ+ populations. They have faculty appointments at both Brown University and Boston Universities’ Schools of Public Health and are a new member of FDA’s Tobacco Products Scientific Advisory Committee, a longtime member of the NIH Council of Councils, on the Advisory Panel for NIH’s All of Us initiative, and the former Co-Chair of the NIH Sexual and Gender Minority Research Office Work Group. Their work has won them recognition from the U.S. House of Representatives, two state governments, and many city governments.
Scout is an openly nonbinary and trans father of three, a vegetarian, an avid hiker and climber.
Monica Yellowhair, PhD (Diné)
Dr. Yellowhair is of the Towering House people (Kinyaa’áanii), born for the Red House people (Kinłichii’nii); her maternal grandfather is the Manygoats clan (Tł’izílání); and lastly, her paternal grandfather is the Reed people clan (Lók’aa’ Díne’é). Her research demonstrates her commitment to addressing critical issues, such as the impact of depleted uranium on DNA and the need to increase colorectal cancer screening rates among American Indians in Arizona.
As the Assistant Director of Native American Partnerships, Dr. Yellowhair is dedicated to empowering tribal communities through bold, strategic initiatives that tackle cancer health disparities faced by Native American populations in the state. Her work focuses on developing sustainable programs that enhance cancer prevention, early detection, treatment, and survivorship. Dr. Yellowhair ensures that all initiatives respect tribal sovereignty, build trust, and effectively address the community’s identified needs. Her efforts not only promote health equity but also pave the way for a healthier future for Native Americans in Arizona.
