Leadership coaches from throughout Virginia will discuss personal and professional success during a “Seizing Tomorrow, Today” conference on Nov. 4 at the Richmond Marriott. The conference, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. is sponsored by the Grace E. Harris Institute at Virginia Commonwealth University.

Conference organizers say the program will provide attendees “opportunities to grow, develop, and learn with practical solutions for success at home and work.

“The conference is for emerging and experienced and creative, and bold leaders who are motivated and positioned to maximize their potential through educational and empowering sessions.”

Dr. Janet Taylor, a renowned psychiatrist, and self-help expert, will be the keynote speaker.

Considered as someone who is on the frontlines battling the emotional and economic impact of mental illness, Dr. Taylor frequently is featured on “Good Morning America” and “Today.” She is an expert in the neuroscience of Implicit Bias, Conscious Allyship and Leadership. Dr. Taylor is the author of “The Courageous Classroom: Creating A Culture of Safety for Students to Learn and Thrive.” She holds a M.D. from the University of Louisville, completed her psychiatric residency at New York Medical College and obtained an MPH from Columbia University.

The conference registration fee includes a continental breakfast, lunch, afternoon break, program materials, and conference swag.

The Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute is housed in the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs at VCU. It was established in 1999 in honor of the late Grace E. Harris, Ph.D., who served the university in various roles, including as dean, vice provost, provost and acting president.