After decades of moving at a million miles an hour – striving, building, compromising, accomplishing – have you paused to reflect on who you truly are now?
Join host Derek Gehl for an illuminating conversation with human insight specialist and award-winning business leader and brand strategist Jill Nykoliation. From guiding global brands to coaching executives through pivotal life transitions, Jill brings a unique perspective on identity and reinvention.
Just a few things we’ll explore:
Whether you’re feeling stuck in old patterns, seeking greater purpose, or simply curious about the next chapter of your life – you’ll leave this live chat with practical insights and renewed excitement about who you’re becoming.
Jill Nykoliation is an award-winning business leader with 30 years of experience shaping global brands, from Fortune 100 to entrepreneurial companies.
Jill is a master of human insight. As founder and former CEO of Juniper Park\TBWA, Jill guided the brand strategy for some of the world’s most powerful brands.
For over three decades, Jill has dedicated herself to understanding why we do what we do. Her fascination with human insight was the driving force behind her co-founding a creative agency eighteen years ago – and now drives her work as a Personal Coach.
Jill now applies her deep expertise as a Personal Coach, helping people unlock their true potential and navigate pivotal moments in their lives and careers.
Through her own executive experience and study, Jill understands the beauty, complexity and wonder involved in our life journeys.
Jill coaches executives one-on-one across the globe, and facilitates workshops for corporations, YPO and MEA Wisdom school, guiding leaders toward greater clarity, confidence, and impact.
Derek Gehl is a serial e-commerce entrepreneur, speaker, and author. After spending the first decade of his professional career growing one of world’s first Internet marketing companies to over $30 million in sales, he decided that leading a company of 100 employees in offices in two countries wasn’t for him – so he sold the company to a private equity group and refocused his life on the things he loved most: spending time with his family, pursuing his passions, and building and growing online businesses. In 2024, after doing some consulting for MEA, Derek had his own transformational experience at a Navigating Transitions workshop, which inspired him to join the company as Chief Marketing and Technology Officer and then take on the role as CEO, spearheading our mission to reimagine midlife and build a global pro-aging community that inspires people to thrive in the second half of life.
Join host Kari Cardinale for a warm and enlightening conversation with St. John’s faculty David Carl and Claudia Hauer, alongside MEA facilitator Lead Mary Hofstedt. Together, they’ll explore how classics, art, and poetry light our path through life’s transitions in this special MEA and St. John’s College collaboration.
Come discover how the classics can walk beside you through life’s biggest moments in this special gathering of MEA and St. John’s College.
The Bonus Round: Crafting a Meaningful Post-Work Chapter
With Dr. Pam McLean and hosts Mary Hofstedt & Kari Cardinale
What happens when your career is no longer the centerpiece of your identity?
Join hosts Kari Cardinale and Mary Hofstedt with special guest Dr. Pam McLean – psychologist and co-founder of The Hudson Institute of Coaching – for a wisdom-rich conversation.
For over four decades, Pam has guided thousands to thrive through life transitions. Her pro-aging mindset replaces outdated retirement thinking with a bold vision for your wisdom years.
Whether you’re planning your next move or already in transition – gain the clarity you need to make this chapter your most fulfilling yet!
May 22, 2025 | 12:00 PM PT | 3:00 PM ET