Project Harmony (projectharmony.com) is proud to announce the plenary speakers for its 2026 Speaking of Children Conference, bringing together nationally recognized leaders committed to strengthening systems of care for children and families. The conference will take place on Wed. April 22.

Bryan Hall, Clinical Assistant Professorat Sacred Heart University and co-founder of I AM Training and Consultation Group LLC, brings more than 19 years of experience in child welfare, probation, and law enforcement. He develops and delivers training focused on antitrafficking, anti racism, and youth violence prevention.

Dr. Stefania M. Agliano, Ed.D, LMSW, serves as Associate Director of Field Education for the MSW Online Program at Quinnipiac University. With more than 25 years in child welfare, she co-founded I AM Training and Consultation Group, LLC.

Tristian Smith, best selling author of Against All Odds and Emergency Management Specialist for the U.S. Department of the Air Force at  Offutt Air Force Base, draws from his lived experience in foster careto inspire resilience, advocacy, and hope.

Sam Stecher, educator and co founder of MissionMonday.com, has shaped school culture since 1997. As co-author of It Happens in the Hallway, he equips leaders and educators with practical tools to build positive, thriving school communities. Learn more at projectharmony.com.