2026 SPEAKERS & SEMINARS
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Dr. Gwen Patrone
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Gwen Patrone is a trailblazing author, advocate, and former U.S. Marine Corps sergeant whose journey of self-discovery and resilience inspires countless individuals navigating identity and personal growth. After serving honorably in the Marines, where she honed skills in discipline, pressure management, and unbreakable camaraderie, Gwen transitioned at age 64, embracing her authentic self with the same grit that defined her military career.
Drawing from boot camp drills, cryptographic electronics training, and the bonds forged in service, she developed practical strategies to transform fear and dysphoria into strength and freedom. In her groundbreaking books Trans Truth, Dysphoria Hacks and Semper Fi Semper Femme, Gwen shares Marine-inspired techniques to navigate your life. Member of the National Academy of Best-Selling Authors, Co-Author with Brian Tracy and Sir Richard Branson, As seen on CBS, NBC, ABC & FOX, Quilly Award winner (2) for authorship, EXPY Award winner (3) for Media, Speaking, and Authorship. She was also awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Humanities for over forty years of accomplishments.
Gwen’s work extends beyond the trans community, promoting themes of self-acceptance, empathy over bitterness, and viewing oneself as a “unicorn” of unique value. Now residing in Florida after formative experiences in New York City during challenging times, she continues to lead with positivity, sharing stories of overcoming obstacles and building supportive networks. Through her books, social media, and coaching insights, Gwen empowers others to channel pressure into power, break through barriers, and excel as their true selves.
From Semper Fi to Semper Femme: Turn "What If" to "Watch Me"!
Dr. Gwen Patrone, Keynote Speaker
September 26, 2026
2026 Atlanta Comfort Conference Gala
Crowne Plaza Ravinia
Atlanta, GA
Kelli Perry
Keynote Speaker
Kelli Perry lives in the Nashville area after relocating from California in December 2021. While in the Sacramento region, she organized numerous community gatherings and remains deeply involved in building social spaces for transgender and gender diverse people. Kelli is the cofounder of TG Rocktober, a four day transgender event launched in Las Vegas in
2012 that has grown into one of the country’s premier gatherings. She also created a successful local event, TGR Nashville, which she has coordinated for the past two years.
A frequent guest on the My Girl Life podcast hosted by Maddie Taylor, Kelli shares candid stories about her life and the challenges she’s faced. She also administers the Nash Ladies Social Group, a Meetup community of more than 1,000 women in greater Nashville who regularly meet for brunches, happy hours, and private dinners.
Kelli travels extensively both domestically and abroad, living by the motto “Livin’ the Dream, Loving the girl.” Known for her boundless energy and visible presence in the community, she feels grateful for the opportunities to engage with the public and to help broaden understanding and acceptance.
"Well, why not?"
Kelli Perry, Keynote Speaker
September 25, 2026
2026 Friday Dinner & Dance
Crowne Plaza Ravinia
Atlanta, GA
SATURDAY LUNCHEON
Erika Driscoll
Keynote Speaker
Erika is a genderfluid poet, Navy veteran, parent, and business professional whose life has been shaped by military discipline, personal transformation, and a deep commitment to authenticity. Speaking from lived experience in the transgender community, Erika brings a powerful perspective on the cost of hiding, the burden of passability, and the long process of learning to see oneself clearly.
The Universe Spoke — We Were Never Meant to Be That Perfect
This piece is a deeply personal reflection on fear, identity, perfectionism, visibility, and the long process of learning that worth is not earned by becoming flawless. While grounded in my transgender journey, its message is broader and deeply human: too many people live under impossible standards, and too many wait for permission to believe they are already enough.
SEMINAR SPEAKERS
Dana Bevan
Dana Bevan is a biopsychologist who has studied transgender causation and written 4 books on the subject. Biopsychologists study how the brain and nervous system act to produce behavior. She received her Ph.D. from Princeton University and B.A.degree from Dartmouth College, both in psychology. She is currently on the WPATH Ethics Committee and in the American Psychological Association Science LGBT Division. WPATH is responsible for developing standards of care for medical and psychological treatment of transgender people worldwide. She has given presentations at ACC, WPATH, USPATH, Keystone, Dragoncon, Southern Comfort and other scientific meetings.
Transgender Causation Science Updates
The seminar will provide an update of the scientific development of the cascade of causal factors which result in transgender behavior. These factors include genetic, epigenetic, early non-verbal learning, semantic learning and decision processes. For example there are studies of identical twins and identification of gene networks which support a genetic factor. If one member of an identical twin pair is transgender, then the other will be transgender about half of the time. This is much higher than the occurrence of being transgender in non-identical twins or non-twinned siblings. Epigenetic factors in the environment influence how genes are expressed in the formation and physiology of the nervous system. Updates from last year's ACC seminar include new research findings on prenatal exposure to diethylstilbestrol as a epigenetic mechanism, differentiation between early non-verbal learning and later semantic learning, and an updated model of decision processes which result in transgender behavior.
Diane Crow
Diane is a full-time commercial photographer and filmmaker. Among her clients are Coca-Cola, Chick-fil-A, the PGA, banks, law firms, Models and Actors. She has written, directed and edited commercials for the national market. But her biggest accomplishment to date is her transformation to Diane. It has been 5 years fully out and 100% living my true life.
How to Pose for the Camera
How do models pose so perfectly for the camera? I'll teach you how to show off your best side for the camera and as a result help you to understand the feminine side of posing. We will use real world examples and help you look your very best for the camera and in life. With 25 years of experience working with men and women, Diane is a full-time commercial photographer and filmmaker. Among her clients are Coca-Cola, Chick-fil-A, the PGA, banks, law firms, Models and Actors. She has written, directed and edited commercials for the national market. But her biggest accomplishment to date is her transformation to Diane.
Dr. Michelle Dietert
Professor of Sociology, Texas A&M University
Dr. Michelle Dietert is a Professor of Sociology and LGBTQ+ scholar in the Department of Social Sciences at Texas A&M University-Central Texas, who specializes in qualitative research methods, sociological theory, sexuality, and gender. Dr. Dietert’s research focuses on the many experiences of transgender and non-binary individuals, including the institutional discrimination that they face on a daily basis.
“Fighting for Their Right to Serve: Transgender Service Member’s Experiences Under the Trump Military Ban.”
This seminar will include discussion on transgender service member’s experiences under the Trump administration’s transgender ban. The policy timeline and inadequate justifications of the DoD policies for the inequitable firing of service members will be considered, as well as the impact on their careers, healthcare, families, futures, and much more. This discussion will further highlight their bravery, dedication and the emotional toll of fighting for their right to serve.
Erika Driscoll
Erika is a business owner, PMP-certified management professional, and leadership practitioner with experience across military, volunteer, and enterprise settings. Her background includes leadership in the elite U.S. Navy Presidential Ceremonial Guard, squadron command in the U.S. Air Force Auxiliary Civil Air Patrol, senior project and program management, and senior proposal leadership. After years of not fully understanding her gender identity, and later recognizing and publicly embracing her transgender, non-binary identity, she now applies those business and leadership lessons through her firm, Idoben, LLC, and in service to her community. Erika’s goal is to help transgender people recognize their own voice, energy, and power.
"Grow Your Garden: A Primer to Transgender Business Ownership"
Grow Your Garden is a practical and empowering session that makes the case for why every attendee should consider building a business, even while working a traditional job. For many transgender people, employment can feel unstable, limiting, or deeply exhausting. This presentation is designed to help attendees see business ownership not as a distant dream, but as a realistic path toward greater independence, resilience, and self-determination. The session encourages participants to begin cultivating something of their own—something that can grow over time into greater financial stability, personal freedom, and direction. By reframing entrepreneurship as both practical and empowering, this presentation aims to help attendees move from feeling worn down by the demands of employment to taking meaningful steps toward building a future they more fully control.
Transgender Leadership: Your Voice, Energy, and Power is designed to inspire emerging trans leaders and advocates while helping awaken leadership potential that may have gone quiet under the strain of today’s political climate. At a time when many in our community feel exhausted, discouraged, or pushed to the margins, this session offers encouragement, empowerment, and renewed purpose. Its goal is to help attendees understand that leadership is not a single rigid model but a range of authentic styles shaped by personality, values, and lived experience. Participants will be encouraged to identify the kind of leadership that fits them best and to see their own voice, energy, and power as valid tools for change. Many people have been disillusioned by harmful examples of leadership and, as a result, turn away from leadership entirely. This presentation reframes leadership as something diverse, grounded, deeply human, and urgently needed within the transgender community today.
"Transgender Leadership: Your Voice, Energy, and Power"
Kristin Edwards
U.S. Marshal (Ret.)
Kristin is passionate about the safety and security of the LGBTQIA+ community. She uses her 30+ experience as a federal law enforcement officer and Army veteran to help her achieve those goals.
She served over 20 years with U.S. Marshals rising to be a Chief Inspector. She was an expert in behavioral and protective investigations. As an Army officer she was both in the infantry and civil affairs. Kristin fought in both Operation Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom. She worked as the Director of Training for a small defense contractor. She has trained major government law enforcement agencies, entertainment venues, and professional sports arenas to improve their security skill sets. She now works as a security trainer and consultant for Safe Conduct, LLC.
Lotharios, Cads, and Scallywags
The internet can be an amazing place to meet new and interesting people. It’s also a treacherous place of trolls, catfish, extortionists, sometime just rude people. It can also be a place for anti-transgender activists to identify members of our community. Come learn how to protect yourself from getting hurt or scammed. We will discuss how to identify and protect your critical personal information. Learn how to safely meet someone from the internet. If you decided to meet in real life, we will discuss tactics on how to meet safely, securely, and protect your identifying information.
Avoiding Anti Trans Violence
Violence against the transgender community is at an all-time high and continues to grow. In 2025 there were 281 murders of trans persons worldwide and 27 in the United States. In 2025, There were more than 1018 new anti LGBTQ bills filed across the United States with at least 124 of those being passed. Hate and the associated violence against us continues to grow unabated. To avoid the rise in anti-trans violence, it is important to be able to identify attackers before they are close enough to hurt us. Behavioral detection allows us to identify potentially violent people and scenarios far enough in advance to avoid them. Behavioral detection can be used to identify both interpersonal violence and attacks on the locations that gather. This presentation will cover typical behavioral cues, pre-attack indicators, and evaluating behavior. We will discuss how to develop plans to escape and evade once you have identified a potentially violent individual.
Questions About Firearms And the Second Amendment: A Introduction for the Transgender Community
A discussion on the legal issues regarding firearms and the transgender community. This will include issues about purchasing firearms when your preferred name and pronouns may not align with your identification. In addition to discussions about common issues regarding firearms and our community, there will be be a question and answer session with both presenters who have extensive experience with firearms.
Dianna (Dee) Haggerty, MD, PhD
Family Physician, Transgender Health Advocate
A St. Louis native, Dr. Haggerty has lived, taught medicine, and practiced in 7 cities each with over a million population. She now practices as a full time family physician in rural Alabama. As a chronically over-educated academician (BS chemistry, MSc biochemistry (Univ. of Missouri), PhD physical biochemistry (Case Western Reserve University), MD and MPH in chronic disease epidemiology (Emory University)), she was an early entrant into the academic world treating gender-related health care issues. Professionally, she has been providing hormone therapy to both transmasculine and transfeminine patients for 38+ years in both the University and private practice worlds.
Dr. Haggerty is currently in MTF transition, having been on hormone therapy for the past 3 years and undergoing gender affirming surgery (as a senior adult). "Working" professionally in the trenches for three decades has provided a solid long-term perspective on where we have been, where we are now, and where we might be going with regards to gender care in the future. "Living" in those same trenches, as a transitioning physician, has presented an interesting and unique set of experiences, insights and personal-professional dilemmas.
Tales from the Trenches - Working Both Sides of the Fence
HOW and WHERE do we obtain essential medical care as transgender patients? The University and private practice worlds: Oh!... those ARE ever so different worlds, on vastly differing ends of the medical universe! We will discuss the essential benefits and disadvantages of each system of care. Treatment and gender transitioning are far more than hormone prescriptions and laboratory tests. How do we provide healthcare across the gender-aging spectrum, and what constitutes best medical practices? We will discuss best practices across the long-term healthcare spectrum for the new hormone recipient, the transitioning, and the gender transitioned/”living the life” individual.
Pills, Patches and Shots.... OH MY!
Hormonal therapy is hailed by most as a cornerstone of gender affirming medical care. Practiced wisely and under supervision, hormonal therapy is generally safe and effective, and helps to take you where you want to go! We will review the various established medical regimens used in both transmasculine and transfeminine care. That involves the HOW and the WHY we do what we do. We will then discuss how we effectively monitor your therapy, and then how do we manage the developmental expectations you have for doing all this (the WHAT)! Every medical therapy comes with both benefits and inherent risks. Yes, there are
downsides of hormonal therapy, and indeed some complications happen quite frequently. The good news is- you can determine the difference between maximizing the benefits and minimizing the complications! Make no mistake, hormonal therapy used for gender affirming care is widely practiced and has been a lifeline for so many of us as we struggle with gender related medical and psychological issues. As the old expression goes: know before you go!
Savannah Hauk
As dual gender individual, I’ve experienced a lot in my life in terms of shame, hiding my identity, the pursuit of self-actualization in the face of ignorant indoctrination against the LGBTQ community, and fighting for normalcy for myself and within my personal relationships. In an effort to bring the concept of crossdressing as a way to express our gender diversity into the normal social fabric, I have created a social media presence, led two TEDx Talks on demystifying feminine crossdressing and gender diversity, started and co-host a podcast, and written two award-winning books on the topic.
"Living with Crossdressing: Defining a New Normal"
Somewhere amid the misconceptions, stereotypes, and ignorance is the truth about non-transitioning crossdressing men. But more than that is the strength and care of the women who continue to love and support them. How can they work through the initial shock, fear and stress of knowing this new side of him? What does he need to understand about and assist In the discovery process so that his crossdressing can become a positive part of their ongoing relationship? Join us as we tackle what happens after a crossdressing man reveals himself to or is discovered by his significant other and learn about the changed dynamic between a woman and her crossdressing man.
Kathy Randall Klein
Kathy has been a longtime advocate for transgender political rights, cultural inclusion for LGBTQ+ persons, and transgender education. Kathy came out in 1999 to her family and friends and has not looked back since. Her spouse and children have worked alongside of her, offering support and love. Kathy has been married for 44 years and has three adult children and three grandchildren. She has recently retired from a career in graphic art and teaching. She still works as a fine artist, writer, transgender advocate, organizer, and lecturer. She has a Competent Communicators rank with Toastmasters. In 2008, Kathy founded Light in the Closet which focuses on transgender inclusion in mainstream faith communities (lightinthecloset.org). In the 2000s, most people hadn’t even heard the term “transgender” so most of Kathy’s work included basic transgender 101 teaching. In 2007, Kathy attended the first-ever Transgender Inter-faith Religious Leaders Summit at the Pacific School of Religion (PSR) in Berkeley and then again in 2009 in Washington, DC. There she joined with other transgender spiritual leaders and lobbied for successful passage of the Hate Crimes Bill. This was the largest group of transgender leaders to ever lobby Washington, boasting over 250 persons representing 48 states. From 2010 through 2014 she was pleased to co-host, along with Bernie Schlager of the Center for Lesbian and Gay Studies (CLGS), the Inter-faith Transgender Religious Leaders Summit, bringing it back to the PSR Berkeley campus. Kathy has spoken and taught at various conferences, including Creating Change, Southern Comfort in Atlanta and Florida, Atlanta Comfort, Philadelphia Trans Wellness Conference, SF Bay Area Local Schools, The Rainbow Center in Concord CA and Keystone Trans Conference. “My personal journey has taken me from questioning my gender, to discovering my personhood." – Kathy In 2025, Kathy took on the leadership mantel for the East Bay gender association, Diablo Valley Girls (DVG). DVG is a social, non-sexual, non-political, and confidential group open to anyone who identifies as transgender. DVG hosts social events, offers support and encourages community.
Share Your Story
It is important to share your story with your trans community, family and friends. Whether you have been "out" for a while, or just starting to explore you can support others in the community with your story. It is remarkable that so many stories have common themes and threads. It is through story that we connect and educate with each other. Sharing your experiences is important. The hands-on seminar will help you form your story in a way that is succinct and interesting. We will review the methodology for constructing a 5-minute speech (talk) and also an elevator talk (30 - 60 seconds). Participants will have the opportunity to develop a "talk" in a classroom environment deciding which parts of their story they think are important to share and how to deliver that story. We will discuss context, audience type, and relatability. Lastly, those who wish to, will have the opportunity to present their "talk" to those in attendance.
Dr. Sara N. Paisner, PhD, MBA
Dr. Sara Paisner is owner of Instantronics International, the manufacturer of the Elite Spectrum and other epilators and associated accessories, as well as the President of Synoptic Products, which developed and served the North American market for Ballet Probes for 35 years, but now focuses on electrolysis education via publications and seminars. Prior to these roles, Dr. Paisner worked in various research, sales, and marketing roles in the electronics (GE, Parker Hannifan and others) and pharmaceutical industries (IQVIA, Worldwide Clinical Trials, others) for over 20 years. She started her career as a research scientist developing materials for the electronic industry, some of which are in electronics you use today. Dr. Paisner has authored the book Beyond Electrolysis Basics, articles in trade magazines, peer reviewed journals, and websites, and has multiple patents. She regularly speaks and writes about the chemistry and science of electrolysis as well as topics on business, marketing and leadership and has extensive business and speaking experience internationally as well as domestically. Dr. Paisner attended Dartmouth College for her BA, UC Berkeley for her PhD, and UNC Kenan-Flagler for her MBA.
The Science of Hormones and Hair Growth and Removal
This seminar covers the chemistry that occurs at the hormone level in both men and women. We will review the three different types of hormones that are generally found in the human body and explain their mechanisms. The seminar will cover how each type of hormone set reacts in the human body, and how these affect different people. In addition, the chemistry of the gender specific hormones, such as testosterone and estrogen, as well as how hormones affect electrolysis will be covered in more detail to help the audience understand how chemistry is a fundamental part of electrolysis both those undergoing the transitioning process as well as others. Learning outcomes: • Learn more about the chemistry that occurs at the hormone level in both men and women • Improved understanding of three main types of hormones that are generally found in the human body • Increased understanding of hormone chemistry for electrolysis including gender specific hormones as well as hormones due to age or medical conditions.
President/Founder Instantronics International LLC, Durham NC
Michelle Popkov
Michelle Popkov has given presentations at the major Transgender Conferences since 2011 on style and technique. She is the President Emerita of the Vanity Club and a co-founder of the Las Vegas-based “Posse” and Transgender United—both all-inclusive social and support group for the LGBT community. Michelle is retired and lives in Las Vegas, NV.
“Enhancing Your MTF Presentation”
You have just gathered enough confidence to come out of your hotel room, and then you find yourself “Made” in less than 10 seconds! What can you do? This seminar is aimed at novices to know some basic tips on developing a feminine presentation. These tips will provide you countermeasures to take on your life in public as a woman, build your confidence, and avoid natural traps that give you away.
Marg Produe
Marg Produe lives with intersex traits. Marg’s a 1970 Army volunteer, retired Scientist, Inventor and Video Producer working and teaching extensively. Marg holds degrees in General Science, Biology, IT and Technical Prosthetics. Marg’s been married for 44 years and works summers as a lumberjack at the family farm and winters as a woman’s costumer. Marg is a member of interACT, InterConnect, Egale, Madison Area Transgender Association, Lake Country PFLAG, River City Gems, Transgender Heaven and Crossdresser Heaven. Marg also volunteers for Pride and PrideFest and has attended and participated in Be-All, Wildside, Atlanta Comfort Conference, Diva Las Vegas and Keystone,
"Real Intersex People And Their Life Before Exe. Order 14187"
Intersex people have historically been represented as the "I" in LGBTIQ+ nomenclature. About 2% of the world population is intersex, yet many intersex individuals go through life never knowing that they carry intersex characteristics. The presenter at this workshop is a person living full time with intersex traits who will discuss aspects of thriving and working in the world community. You'll get real life personal stories and histories of key issues, learn important ways you can show up for intersex community members, and hear a personal narrative of intersex experiences.
Becca Reynolds, RN
Registered Nurse, Healthcare Educator, Support Group Leader
Becca is a Registered Nurse from Springfield, MO. Before nursing, Becca was a paramedic and an EMS educator--and has been working in healthcare since the age of 19. Becca is a transgender woman and has been in transition since 2005. Becca has presented at conferences for many years and is one of the founders of her local support group.
"The Making of a Support Group"
This seminar will outline the steps, large and small, for creating a successful support group. We will details the decision and planning processes that need to be made before that first meeting. I am a RN and one of the founders of a 10 year old support group in Springfield, MO. With a long history of presenting seminars and facilitating group discussions, Becca will be sure you take away a solid foundation for the makings of your own, unique support group!
Mallery Jenna Robinson
Mallery Jenna Robinson is an advocate, educator, storyteller, and community leader known for her work in transgender healthcare advocacy, HIV awareness, public speaking, and investigative storytelling. She has served in leadership and advisory roles with organizations connected to LGBTQ+ health, HIV advocacy, and community empowerment in both Los Angeles and beyond. Some highlights of her work and background include: * Community advocacy and transgender healthcare outreach with organizations such as The LGBTQ Center Long Beach and advisory boards connected to transgender wellness and HIV advocacy. * Creator and host of the true-crime and investigative podcast A Hateful Homicide, which focuses on cases involving transgender, gender-diverse, and LGBTQ+ victims. * Public speaker and creator of Transgender Empathy Training (“TET Talks”), presented for organizations and community groups to build understanding around transgender experiences and healthcare equity. * Contributor and advocate in HIV-related research and policy discussions, including co-authoring published work on inclusion in HIV cure-related research. * Programs & Community Strategy Advisor with Hilgard Analytics, focusing on equity-centered outreach and strategy. She has also been featured in coverage by LAist discussing Black transgender joy, visibility, and community support.
"Transgender Empathy Training"
This interactive training is designed to increase cultural humility, competency, and affirming practices when engaging with transgender and gender-diverse individuals. Topics include transgender terminology, inclusive communication, healthcare disparities, intersectionality, trauma-informed engagement, barriers to care, and strategies for creating safer and more affirming environments for clients, patients, and staff.
Lisa Smith
S. Lisa Smith identifies as dual gender. She is a 76-year-old retired attorney and educator. She has volunteered at the local aquarium and is active in her synagogue. She has surfed for 60 years and hopes to be surfing for many more years. She leads a group discussion “Dual Gender, Gender Fluid, Non-Binary or Full Time? Where Do you fit under the Transgender Umbrella?” where she encourages the participants to share their stories and ask questions. She has attended Atlanta Comfort twice and presented there twice. She has attended The Keystone Conference for 8 years as well as being a volunteer and presenter for four Keystones. She also led workshops at The Paradise Conference in Atlanta in October 2022 and 2024 and First Event in Boston in January 2024. She also attended First Event in 2020 and was in the fashion show. She loves reaching out to cisgender folks and educating them about the huge transgender umbrella and is active on a Facebook group that is made up of primarily cisgender women. She is a proud member of The Vanity Club, a service and social organization for trans women. She is fortunate to be married to the same woman for almost 501years who is supportive and gives her space to be Lisa.
Where Do You Fit Under The Transgender Umbrella?
Not sure where you fit? Let's talk about it. There are no definitions, the only valid definition is the one you create!!! The transgender community is a beautiful bouquet of labels and identities. How do you know where you belong, and which is the right path for you? Do you align with the idea of being binary but struggle with enjoying the duality of being male and female? Do you connect less with being binary and feel more gender fluid or non-binary? Are you living a dual gender life voluntarily or because you feel you can't or shouldn't transition? In this open group discussion, led by Lisa Smith, all attendees are welcome and urged to contribute their feelings and questions with the group in their journey of self-discovery in an effort to help YOU figure out where you fit.
Cody Suzuki
Spoken Word Artist
Cody Suzuki is a local MA/RI trans* queer non-conforming Spoken Word artist. With original works in poetry, play & story writing- his passion is queer Spoken Word. “My Spoken Word will tell you more about me than I ever can” Supporting our community everywhere, his words deliver gender accepting messages to audiences of all ages & bring to life the misconceived judgments of gender! He enjoys creating the space to honor, celebrate & embrace our journeys together- using our genuine voices & visibilities- As only we can! Current projects include Atlanta Comfort Conference, First Event, Transweek (Fantasia Fair), Pride events or anywhere there’s an open mic! Cody invites & welcomes all to listen & share at our Open Mic & hear a few of his Words!
OPEN VOICES OPEN MIC
Everyone has a story to tell What story do you wish to tell Cody has a few words as well Please join your host, Cody Suzuki in welcoming all here again at Atlanta Comfort Conference for a presentation of stories, voices, raw words, poetic vibes, verses & more! Let’s together open & create the space to freely express & embrace our genuine selves in giving a voice to our real connecting yet unique human journeys, As only we can! Bring along your stories, words, poems & sharings For all to enjoy! Love to hear from you & see you at the mic! -Cody-
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Renelyn Thomas
Renelyn Thomas is an award winning makeup artist and educator with over 19 years of experience. She empowers individuals to embrace their beauty through expert makeup application and personalized beauty strategies. Renelyn's seminars focus on enhancing features, creating confidence, and fostering self-expression. Passionate about inclusivity in beauty, she is dedicated to helping attendees discover their unique style and celebrate their femininity. As a sought-after speaker at conferences, Renelyn inspires others to harness the transformative power of makeup while cultivating a supportive community.
Feminization Makeup Techniques
Join Renelyn Thomas for her second year at the Atlanta Comfort Conference for an empowering seminar on feminization makeup techniques! With over 19 years of experience in the beauty industry, Renelyn specializes in helping individuals enhance their features and embrace their femininity through makeup. In this seminar, she will share essential skills and expert tips, including proper skincare application, complexion enhancement, highlight, contour and eye makeup techniques designed to create a radiant, feminine look. You'll be able to watch a live makeup demo and ask questions and dialogue about your makeup experiences. Renelyn believes in the transformative power of makeup as a form of self-expression and empowerment. Whether you're a makeup novice or a seasoned artist, this seminar is perfect for anyone looking to refine their skills and discover new techniques. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a leading expert and gain the confidence to shine in your authenticity!
Oya Topbas
Oya Topbas is a certified and licensed Speech Pathologist (aka speech therapist) and a voice specialist with a private practice in Buckhead, Atlanta called Empowered Voices Therapy & Wellness. She identifies as queer and gender-fluid, and specializes in providing safe, accessible gender-affirming voice training services to the trans/non-binary community, which is her greatest passion. She also enjoys providing voice and speech therapy services to youth, adults, and geriatric populations. She is humbled and very lucky to be able to serve her Queer and Trans community, where her biggest passion lies, and is looking forward to creating more connections and serving more people!
Gender Affirming Voice Training: Important Aspects
In this presentation, I will provide information on and demonstrate Gender-Affirming Voice Training. Members of the audience will have the opportunity to learn and practice. Whether it is for Voice Feminization or Masculinization, I will share quick tips for finding an authentic voice that aligns with their gender. There will be plenty of time to ask voice-related questions or receive insight into any roadblocks previously encountered in voice training. This session is designed to be interactive, engaging, informative, and audience-directed.
James W. Walker, VII
James W Walker VII has 50 years experience providing permanent hair removal and is a specialist in transgender hair removal and specifically surgical site preparation. He was associate editor of The International Hair Route Magazine, Elected representative to the International Guild of Professional Electrologists and worked directly with a well known SRS surgeon.
Permanent Hair Removal & Insurance Coverage
Join James Walker for a discussion on Permanent Hair Removal and the steps needed for insurance to cover the procedure.