Are you heading to the ADCES in Columbus, Ohio? Coach Beverly would love to meet you at either of her presentations. There is so much to talk about. Hope to see you there!
- On August 9th at 12:30 pm, Coach Bev will be participating in a panel discussion on “Entrepreneurship in Diabetes Care and Education”.
- Also on Aug 9th at 2:50 pm, Coach Bev will present “Healing through Connection,” a talk designed to allow diabetes health care professionals time to connect and share stories.
Entrepreneurship in Diabetes Care and Education,
Aug 9th at 12:30 to 1:00 PM ET at Exhibit Hall Learning Lab #3
If you’ve ever thought about starting a consulting business, launching a side hustle, or taking your diabetes career in a new direction:
Sarah Hormachea, MS, RDN, CDCES and BC-ADM will host and moderate the “Entrepreneurship in Diabetes Care and Education: The Expert Panel Meets Again” at the ADCES Annual Meeting!
We’ll be joined by an incredible group of diabetes care and education entrepreneurs who will share the lessons they’ve learned, practical advice, and strategies for building a business while balancing clinical practice.
Coach Beverly Dyck Thomassian, RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM
President and Founder, Diabetes Education Services
Russender Powell MS, RD, LD, CDCES, BC-ADM
Owner, Russ Powell Nutrition and Diabetes Care
Vivian Nnacho Ayuk, PharmD, CDCES
CEO and Founder of Sorogi Health
Whether you’re just exploring an idea or already growing your business, you’ll leave with actionable insights and inspiration.
Healing through Connection for Healthcare Professionals –
The Power of Shared Stories
August 9th 2:50 to 3:35 pm at C160
Coach Bev will present “Healing through Connection,” a presentation designed to allow diabetes health care professionals time to connect and share stories.
This session explores the often-unseen emotional demands of providing diabetes education in the healthcare setting and how it influences clinical presence, communication, and professional well-being.
Through evidence-informed insights and real-world clinical examples, participants will examine the role of authentic, person-centered connection as a powerful component of healing for both the people in our care and healthcare professionals.
What you will gain from this presentation:
- A unique perspective on providing person-centered care.
- Opportunity to explore connection with people and their stories.
- Strategies for healthcare professionals to implement self-care.
Hope to see you there!
Inspire Your Team | Invite Coach Beverly to Speak
Looking for a speaker who will educate, inspire, and energize your healthcare team?
For more than 30 years, Coach Beverly Thomassian, RN, MPH, CDCES, BC-ADM, has captivated audiences by blending the latest evidence-based diabetes care with heartfelt storytelling, practical strategies, and real-world clinical experience.
Her presentations go beyond the science of diabetes. Coach Beverly equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge, confidence, and compassion to improve clinical outcomes while also recognizing the importance of provider well-being.
Participants leave feeling inspired, re-energized, and ready to deliver person-centered, judgment-free diabetes care.
Whether you’re planning a conference, grand rounds, leadership retreat, or professional development event, Coach Beverly delivers memorable presentations that create lasting impact.
It is easy to invite Coach Beverly to speak.
Just send an email to [email protected] or complete our Contact Us Form.
Upcoming Keynote Presentations with Coach Bev:
- August 28, 2026 – Managing Diabetes in the Hospital Setting, at Marin General Hospital
- August 31, 2026 – Diabetes Medication Management – ADA Algorithm, at Enloe Medical Center
- September 25, 2026 – Solving Diabetes Mysteries & ADA Standards Update, at Hawaii ADCES Chapter
- October 9, 2026 – Diabetes: From Basics and Beyond, at Kaiser Health, Los Angeles
- November 10, 2026 – Healing through Connection: Sharing our Stories, at Yale New Haven Hospital
