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Think of Renaissance Reset as the soul work, the deeper personal shift and Career Keys as the toolkit, what you need once you’ve decided to move forward or upskill.

The Renaissance Reset: Rewrite Success on Your Own Terms

Melissa Aarskaug and Michèle Kline

You’ve followed the playbook: title, success, achievement but something still feels off.

If you’ve ever quietly asked yourself, “Is this it?”, you’re not alone.

The Renaissance Reset is an immersive, story-driven workshop designed to help you separate your identity from your title and redefine success on your own terms.

This is your permission slip to stop performing and start reconnecting with the version of you that’s been buried beneath the hustle.

Overview

  • A live, unscripted storytelling session to spark radical reflection
  • Coaching prompts that challenge old beliefs and reconnect you to your truth
  • A powerful 3-step tool, The Pivot Path Framework, to guide your next bold move
  • Curated small-group conversations that create connection, not just content
  • You’re craving meaning, clarity, or a more authentic path
  • You’re ready to let go of the expectations that no longer fit
  • You want more than just inspiration, you want real tools for change
  • The Pivot Path Framework to help you move forward with intention
  • A renewed sense of direction, grounded in identity, not performance
  • A written One Bold Move declaration to anchor your next step

This workshop expands on the themes of Renaissance: Redefining Success for Modern Mavericks bringing the insights off the page and into real-life transformation. Perfect for retreats, leadership programs, offsites, or high-potential teams ready to rise.

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What Renaissance Really Means

Nicole Pletka HeadshotRenaissance is more than a word.

It’s a rebirth. A rising. A return to the truth of who you are.

To be a Modern Maverick is to question the script, challenge the status quo, and create success on your own terms. This book is for those who lead with heart, live with fire, and are done playing small. Here’s what the Renaissance stands for:

About Michelle

Michèle Kline is a powerhouse of transformation—where neuroscience meets operations, and leadership becomes a lifestyle.

With over two decades leading operations and human resources in the Hospitality and Service Industry, Michèle has built, rebuilt, and elevated teams for some of the world’s most recognized brands across the U.S. and South America. But she’s not just about processes and KPIs—she’s about rewiring the way leaders think, connect, and show up.

As the founder of Kline Hospitality and a certified Life, Executive, and Neuroscience-Based Coach, Michèle blends the rigor of continuous improvement (Kaizen, TQM, Six Sigma) with the science of high performance. Her clients don’t just lead better—they think better. With every session, she helps leaders reprogram habits, reset default patterns, and create sustainable change that sticks—at work and in life.

A proud member of the Maxwell Leadership Certified Team, Michèle distills timeless leadership truths through a modern lens, ensuring every workshop, coaching call, and keynote is grounded in relevance, impact, and action. She constantly updates Kline Hospitality’s learning catalog to reflect the bold conversations teams should be having but often avoid.

Her purpose? To provoke growth. To spark clarity. To help leaders stop settling and start stretching. Michèle is the international bestselling author of “360° IMPACT: A Guide to Live, Lead, and Serve in a More Colorful World”—a book that dares readers to redefine success, deepen human connection, and step fully into the lives they’re meant to lead. She also contributed to the Becoming an Unstoppable Woman anthology series—a six-book collaboration with industry experts sharing powerful tools, stories, and mindset shifts to help women break through barriers and lead boldly.

She’s also the co-creator of WTF! Walk The Floors, a top-ranked podcast and leadership movement encouraging managers to get out from behind the desk and back into the heartbeat of service. Through candid insights and hands-on programs, she helps companies turn culture into competitive advantage.

Her work doesn’t stop at the boardroom. Michèle is fiercely committed to shaping the next generation of leaders. Through her Champion Mindset coaching for high-potential youth (ages 11 to 17), she helps young people build emotional resilience, communicate with confidence, and lead with purpose—arming them early with the mindset tools many adults wish they’d had.

As a fierce advocate for inclusion and emotional intelligence in leadership, Michèle launched the 360° IMPACT Connection Labs—a series of masterminds and retreats designed to cultivate belonging, elevate conversation, and drive transformational change across diverse industries and identities.

Whether she’s coaching high-level executives, mentoring ambitious teens, or guiding DEIB conversations, Michèle brings the same philosophy to every room: Growth is uncomfortable—but staying stuck costs more.

A respected industry voice, 8x bestselling author, and devoted community builder, Michèle serves on multiple boards and philanthropic initiatives focused on developing people and changing culture—one bold conversation at a time.

Michèle Kline

📖 What You'll Discover

Part I: The Awakening

Unlearn the outdated playbook of success and reconnect with what really matters.

Bridge: Discover the 7 Maverick Archetypes, your framework for transformation.

Part II: Embodying Your Inner Maverick

Go deeper into the seven power types that define the Renaissance spirit. Each archetype offers unique strengths, challenges, and tools for living fully.

This is not just a book. It’s a mirror, a compass, and a call to action.

💡 The Renaissance Philosophy

At the core of Renaissance lies a radical idea:
You can have it all, without losing yourself.

Melissa and Michele, friends and collaborators for 16+ years bring together two very different paths to success. One built through bold leaps. The other through resilience and community. What unites them? A shared belief in redefining success, breaking the rules, and building lives rooted in truth.

Together, they created Renaissance to help others reset their narrative and rise, on their own terms.

🚀 This Book Is For You If:

🌟 Ready to Begin Your Renaissance?

This is your moment to rise.

To rewrite your story.

To lead, love, and live without apology.

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🔥 Real Talk for High-Stakes Leadership

Melissa Aarskaug doesn’t deliver talks she delivers transformations. With a unique blend of energy, warmth, and razor-sharp insight, Melissa speaks directly to executives, founders, and rising leaders who are navigating the pressure to grow, pivot, and perform at the highest level without burning out or selling out.

Her talks are equal parts strategy and soul. Through personal stories, powerful tools, and magnetic presence, Melissa empowers audiences to break free from what’s holding them back and design a life and leadership legacy they’re proud of.

Whether on the main stage, in boardroom workshops, or intimate retreats, Melissa brings raw honesty, practical tools, and a dose of Maverick magic.

✅ The Reinvention Architect

Turn Pivots into Power Plays
Perfect for: career development summits, women’s leadership, and founder communities

How do you rewrite your story when the path ahead looks uncertain or uninspiring? Melissa shares the tools and mindset shifts that help leaders pivot without panic and reinvent from a place of power.

Popular Talk Titles:

  • Reinvent Yourself Without Starting Over
  • The Myth of the Linear Career
  • Break Free: Design Your Legacy

✅ The Fear-Buster Coach

Bust Through Fear for the Right Outcomes
Perfect for: leadership retreats, coaching communities, TEDx-style events

Fear isn’t the enemy it’s the compass. Melissa shows audiences how to move through fear, make bold decisions, and take meaningful risks when it counts most.

Popular Talk Titles:

  • The Right Kind of Fear
  • Speak Up Even When You’re Scared
  • Bravery Beats Burnout

✅ The Life Hacker for Leaders

Small Shifts. Big Energy. Better Outcomes.
Perfect for: executive offsites, productivity-focused teams, lifestyle leadership events

Melissa distills the high-performance habits that buy back time, protect your energy, and create freedom on your terms.

Popular Talk Titles:

  • Freedom Is the Real Flex
  • Life Hacks for High Achievers
  • Margin Over Money

✅ The Presence Builder

Executive Presence Without Pretending
Perfect for: corporate keynotes, women in leadership, C-suite cohorts

True presence isn’t about being polished it’s about being powerful. Melissa shows leaders how to walk into any room with clarity, credibility, and calm.

Popular Talk Titles:

  • Own the Room Without Playing a Role
  • Executive Presence for Real Leaders
  • Confidence in Action

✅ The Sales Team Whisperer

Grow People. Grow Revenue.
Perfect for: sales kickoffs,founder training, high-growth team summits

Great sales leaders don’t just close deals—they build cultures. Melissa shares her proven approach to developing people-first sales teams that perform and stay.

Popular Talk Titles:

  • Coaching Cultures That Sell
  • Scaling with Soul
  • Building Unstoppable Sales Teams

✅ The Purpose Finder

Transform Struggle Into Strength and Strength Into Purpose.
Perfect for: Healing-centered leadership programs, culture conferences, purpose-driven brands

Melissa helps audiences connect the dots between hardship and higher calling. This keynote is more than motivation, it’s a roadmap to reframing your most difficult moments into fuel for meaningful leadership. Vulnerability becomes vision. Struggle becomes strategy. Pain becomes purpose.

Popular Talk Titles:

  • Your Story Isn’t Over
  • Struggle → Strength → Purpose
  • Lead with What Tried to Break You

✅ The Cyber Strategist

The Cyber Playbook for Life and Leadership.
Perfect for: Board retreats, regulated industries, tech-forward conferences, executive education programs

Cybersecurity isn’t just IT’s job, it’s a leadership mindset. Melissa translates decades of cyber expertise into everyday strategies for trust, protection, and decision-making in high-stakes environments. From risk to resilience, her “Cyber Playbook” equips leaders to thrive in a digital-first world.

Popular Talk Titles:

  • Cybersecurity Is a Leadership Issue
  • The Cyber Playbook: Lessons in Trust, Risk & Reputation
  • Prepare for the Breach: Executive Readiness in a Digital World

🎯 Proven Authority: Decades of experience building and leading high-performing teams across industries.

🪡 Custom-Tailored Content: Every keynote is designed to meet the needs of your audience and event theme.

🎤 Engaging Delivery: Melissa blends stories, humor, and practical strategies to keep audiences inspired and taking notes.

🚀 Lasting Impact: Audiences leave with actionable steps they can implement immediately.

🏆 Award-Winning Leader with decades of experience across industries

🎙️ Host of the Executive Connect Podcast with 300+ episodes and a global reach

💼 Trusted by Fortune 500s & Founders for leadership, growth, and mindset strategy

💥 Real, Relatable, and Results-Driven audiences leave inspired and equipped

🌟 Professional, Partner-Oriented, and Easy to Work With

Ready to make your next event unforgettable?
Melissa offers keynote talks, interactive workshops, fireside chats, and leadership retreats.

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Recent Speaking Engagements

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  • High-Quality Professional Headshot: A warm, engaging, and professional photo of Melissa.
  • Concise Introduction Video (Optional but Highly Recommended): A short (30-60 seconds) video of Melissa speaking directly to the camera, introducing herself, her key topics, and her speaking style. This adds a personal touch and helps event organizers connect with her.
  • Clear and Prominent Call to Action (CTA):
    • “Book Melissa for Your Event” (leading to a booking/inquiry form)
    • “Download Speaker Kit” (if you have one – see below)
    • “Contact Us to Discuss Your Needs”
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  1. Speaking Topics Section

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  • Target Audience (Optional): Specify who would benefit most from this topic (e.g., “Business Leaders,” “Marketing Professionals,” “Sales Teams”).

Functionality to Build:

  • Individual Pages for Each Speaking Topic (Highly Recommended): This allows for more detailed information, potentially including:
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    • Video snippets of her speaking on that topic
    • Case studies or examples
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  • Personal Touch (Optional but Recommended): Share a brief personal anecdote or passion that connects with her speaking themes.

Functionality to Build:

  • Professional Biography Page: A dedicated page with a more detailed biography.
  • High-Quality Professional Photos: Include various photos of her speaking, as well as professional headshots.
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  1. Testimonials/Social Proof Section

This is crucial for building trust and demonstrating the impact of her presentations.

Copy Ideas (for each testimonial):

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Functionality to Build:

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  1. Speaker Kit/Media Kit Section

This provides essential resources for event organizers.

Functionality to Build:

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    • High-Resolution Headshots (various sizes and orientations)
    • List of Speaking Topics with Brief Descriptions
    • Client Logos (if applicable)
    • Introduction Script (for the event host)
    • Technical Rider (AV requirements)
    • Contact Information
    • Optional: Video snippets, testimonials
  1. Events/Past Engagements Section

This showcases her experience and provides social proof.

Functionality to Build:

  • List of Upcoming Events (if applicable): Display dates, locations, and event names.
  • Archive of Past Speaking Engagements: Include event names, dates, and potentially photos or videos (with permission).
  • Option to Filter by Topic or Industry (if relevant).

VII. Booking/Contact Section

Make it easy for event organizers to get in touch.

Functionality to Build:

  • Clear Contact Form: Include fields for name, email, organization, event date, event type, estimated audience size, budget (optional), and a message box.
  • Direct Contact Information: Provide an email address and phone number (if comfortable).
  • Call to Action Button: Prominent and clear (e.g., “Book Melissa Now,” “Request a Speaker Inquiry”).
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  • CRM Integration (like GHL): Connect the contact form to your CRM to manage inquiries efficiently.
  • Calendar Integration: Potentially display availability (with caution, as exact availability can change quickly).

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  • Clear Calls to Action: Guide visitors towards the desired outcome (booking an event).

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Bryan Hancock

Founder of Integrity Development

Integrity Development

Executive Biography

Bryan Hancock has been managing real estate investments—and overseeing development and construction projects—for nearly two decades. He has deep roots in Austin, Texas, and comprehensive knowledge of the opportunities and challenges in this fast-growing market.

Through his development and syndication companies, which he built from the ground up, Bryan has developed 50+ urban infill projects and managed $25M in real estate sales with approximately 35% return on investment at the project level. He also co-founded two private equity funds.

Bryan brings in-depth industry awareness, sharp business acumen, and extensive in-the-trenches experience to his work as co-founder and principal of Integrity Development. He partners with a team of professionals and industry experts (many have been involved in Austin real estate for 40+ years) to identify value-added and opportunistic investments that protect capital and reduce risk for lenders—while delivering outsized returns for investors.

Earlier, Bryan founded and directed Inner 10 Development, a residential development firm focused on Austin’s top zip codes and surrounding communities, and H2i, LLC, a real estate syndication company. He steered these organizations for 17+ years, overseeing the acquisition, buildout, and sale of single-family and multifamily properties, including a 350-unit urban infill joint-venture project.

Bryan was successful in delivering strong returns while minimizing risk for bankers and investors by taking a targeted, data-driven approach to opportunity analysis, due diligence, and strategic decision-making. He zeroed in on potential risks and developed proactive mitigation strategies to protect and grow investments.

Concurrent with his work at Inner 10 Development and H2i, Bryan established Gentry Lending Group, a private-equity debt fund. He also served on the board of Bullseye Capital Real Property Opportunity Fund. These experiences provided Bryan with a grasp of both investor and banker viewpoints, including an understanding of risk and liability on the lending side. This aspect of his background continues to shape his real estate decisions to this day.

There is another unique aspect to Bryan’s career—a corporate history that differentiates him from other investors and developers in this field. Bryan has built organizations, controlled multimillion-dollar projects, and supported billion-dollar programs for some of the world’s largest companies: Lockheed Martin, Microsoft, Dell, CACI, and Charles Schwab. He managed teams and vendors in the US, China, France, and India, and often balanced up to 10 projects at a time. He was trusted with a Top Secret Security Clearance from the United States government.

A business-savvy leader and lifelong learner, Bryan holds an MBA in Finance and Entrepreneurship from Texas Christian University and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin.

Bryan founded the Wealth Investment Network, co-founded RealStarter (a crowdfunding platform for real estate investors), and was a member of the Urban Land Institute and Central Texas Angel Network. He has been a guest speaker at 20+ national events, including conferences and meetups through the Information Management Network (IMN), SXSW, Rice University, Bay Area Real Estate Summit, Soho Loft Conference, Texas Entrepreneur Network, and many others.

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Melissa Aarskaug

Founder of Executive Connect

Senior Executive, Board Member & Advisor

Vice President of Business Development
Bulletproof, a GLI company

Executive Biography

Melissa Aarskaug is a global executive and business leader at the forefront of the technology/cybersecurity industry. She shapes strategy, leads teams, and partners with Fortune 500 companies and other enterprise clients to protect their organizations from risk and noncompliance—while improving operations and accelerating growth.

For 15+ years, Melissa has taken the reins to propel organizations to the next level of performance. By combining business acumen and revenue optimization with the sharp mind of an engineer, she uncovers and seizes opportunities for profitable growth in the US and around the world.

Melissa has established a distinguished career with Gaming Laboratories International (GLI), where she is a key member of the senior executive team. Throughout her tenure, she has assembled teams, developed new markets, and influenced P&L impact, ultimately positioning GLI as the #1 provider of testing, certification, and cybersecurity services to the global gaming and lottery space.

After achieving this feat—a big win for GLI and game-changer for clients worldwide—Melissa steered both GLI and Bulletproof (acquired by GLI in 2016) into untapped verticals: finance, government, healthcare, higher education, hospitality, and retail. An enthusiastic, knowledgeable growth driver who cultivates partnerships and rallies teams, she led GLI/Bulletproof to dominate these markets as well.

Before joining GLI, Melissa shaped and executed strategy as Vice President of Business Operations for LV Investments, where she built and optimized a portfolio of commercial and industrial properties. Earlier, in a very different role as Project Engineering Manager for Fisher Industries, she directed and mobilized a team of 550 employees and contractors to develop the world’s largest concrete bridge. Previously, she headed a major engineering project for Pacific Mechanical Corporation.

A curious, lifelong learner, Melissa holds dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Civil and Environmental Engineering with minors including Business and Mathematics. She is a Karrass Master Negotiator and C4 Executive Coach who actively pursues ongoing education and inspiration as a member of Chief, Austin Technology Council, Austin Women in Technology, and Toastmasters International. In addition to her own personal and professional development, Melissa is committed to helping other people thrive both inside and outside of the workplace. She actively mentors and empowers team members at GLI/Bulletproof, and is an executive leader and coach for Global Gaming Women. She founded Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN) Austin and is a current or past board member of many organizations, including Emerging Leaders in Gaming, Ballet Austin, Texas School for the Blind & Visually Impaired, the Society of Women Engineers, and the American Society of Civil Engineers. She has been a Junior League volunteer in Austin, Las Vegas, and Reno for 15+ years.

Throughout her career, Melissa has inspired individuals, teams, and entire organizations to think differently about innovation, cybersecurity, leadership, and business development. She was honored as one of the “Emerging Leaders in Gaming: 40 Under 40” and she continues to share her ideas and expertise through publications, podcasts, webinars, and presentations.

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