WHAT IS THIS EVENT?

This experience is an investment in your future as a leader. Sessions are interactive, using presentations, discussions, reflection tools, activities, and a safe environment to practice leadership skills. This is not a passive lecture, but an intentional combination of inspiration and practical development. Plan for a day that is fun, memorable, and effective.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Leaders who have a formal leadership role (executives, directors, managers, supervisors)
Professionals who want to improve their influence and effectiveness at work (even if they aren't "in charge" of anything)
Educators, teachers, non-profit, or community leaders and volunteers
Anyone with a desire to grow and improve their self-awareness, knowledge, skills, and abilities

WHO ARE THE SPEAKERS?

Dr. Chris Auger, BCC, U.S. Navy SEAL, LCDR, (ret)

Doctor of Strategic Leadership
Retired US Navy Seal
Founder, Deep Water Leadership
Executive Leadership & Team Performance Consultant

Learn More about Dr. Chris Auger

Mark Suroviec, M.Ed., The Ambassador of Fun

Chief Ambassador of Fun at WorkPlay Solutions
President of the Rome Business Group
Vice President, Children's Museum of Rome
Professional Facilitator, Trainer, & Game-Maker-Upper

Learn More about Mark Suroviec, M.Ed.

SESSION TOPICS*

Session 1:

The Growth-Minded Servant Leader: How Your Preferences and Priorities Impact Team Culture

Session 2:

The Other Side: What It's Like for Others to Be Led By Me

Session 3:

Three Formulas Every Leader Must Understand

(Session topics may be subject to change)

SCHEDULE

Please check-in before the event begins at 9:00 am.

8:30 am: Check-in | Early Arrivals

9:00 am: START: Welcome & Kickoff

9:30 am: Session 1:

10:30 am: Break

10:40 am: Session 2:

11:45 am: Lunch (Included with ticket)

12:45 pm: Surprise :)

1:00 pm: Session 3:

2:30 pm: Action Planning / Q & A

3:00 pm: FINISH

PARKING

Street parking downtown is limited to 3 hours per day. For more information on parking options, visit downtownromega.us/parking/street-parking/

F.A.Q.

Direct any additional questions or inquiries to Mark Suroviec at Mark@workplaysolutions.com or call 706-413-2520.

Deep Leaders - Fall 2026

A One-Day Leadership Experience presented by WorkPlay Solutions and Deep Water Leadership

MEET THE SPEAKERS