DadX: The Quest for More (out of life)
Join us Thursday, April 11 for the second ever dadX event at Leisure Club from 7-10 p.m. Formal program begins at 7:30 p.m.
The Quest for More is the theme as we hear short TEDx style talks from men who mansplain their quest for more out of life. This FREE event is open to all, you don't have to be a dad. This is for men of all ages and stages of life.
Enjoy community building, inspiring talks, the sweet nostalgic vibes of Leisure Club and free Garage Beer.
Can't join us?!? We will have a live feed on our Dadass Podcast Instagram page.
Huge shout out to our photography partner Steve Miller of Marked Imagery.
The Quest for More is the theme as we hear short TEDx style talks from men who mansplain their quest for more out of life. This FREE event is open to all, you don't have to be a dad. This is for men of all ages and stages of life.
Enjoy community building, inspiring talks, the sweet nostalgic vibes of Leisure Club and free Garage Beer.
Can't join us?!? We will have a live feed on our Dadass Podcast Instagram page.
Huge shout out to our photography partner Steve Miller of Marked Imagery.
Speaker Lineup
LaRon Jones - Roll with 'Em - LaRon, 26, hails from Solon, Ohio. As a devoted husband and father of three, he serves as the CEO of InfinitEase Inc, a company dedicated to developing and delivering products centered around pillars of individuality, community, society, and humanity. InfinitEase’s mission is exemplified through ventures like CNTR Advising, an advising firm assisting individuals and businesses in growth and development and 1st Step Child Enrichment, a daycare facility aiming to evolve childcare one step at a time.
Mike Walters - The Importance of Perseverance - Mike Walters is a passionate entrepreneur who, along with his wife, owns his own gym and believes that fitness is the key to overcoming life's challenges. Despite facing six strokes from a chiropractic adjustment, he continues to inspire others with his resilience and dedication to health and wellness. As a father to two boys, Mike’s journey through fatherhood has shaped his perspective on life and the importance of perseverance.
Chris Minton - The Road to Recovery - Chris lives in Gahanna, Ohio and is the proud father of two children. His son Dennis, 27, is finishing up his PhD at the University of Wisconsin. His daughter Madeline, 24, is finishing up her undergraduate degree at Ohio University. Chris spent his career in the financial services industry. Now retired, Chris spends much of his time on creative endeavors - writing songs, poetry and prose. He has been actively involved in 12-step recovery for more than 15 years. Chris also loves travel, hiking and biking.
Jason Daily - Three Ways to Create and Clarify Your Personal Mission - Jason Daily is the founder of Anchored Leadership, where he does executive leadership and communication coaching, as well as facilitation and speaking for organizations around the country. He’s proud Ohio guy (originally from Chillicothe) who moved back in 2017 after living throughout the US for 12 years. Before going out on his own, he was a part of the OhioHealth Leadership Academy.
He’s a dad to two daughters and a son and lives in Worthington. He loves taking his kids camping on the family farm, having epic laser tag battles, and making Saturday morning breakfasts.
He’s a dad to two daughters and a son and lives in Worthington. He loves taking his kids camping on the family farm, having epic laser tag battles, and making Saturday morning breakfasts.
Matt Lofy - Changing the Course of Your Life - Matt is the founder and co-host of The Dadass Podcast. He’s husband to Heather and proud father to Tuckerman (4.5 years) and Caroline (3 months). He is an advocate for paid family leave and easier access to changing tables in public men’s and gender neutral restrooms. Professionally he serves the Worthington Area Chamber and 540 businesses of greater Worthington.
The Dadass Podcast was honored as Podcast of the Year for Columbus in 2021 and worked alongside Columbus City Council to get 130+ changing stations in public men’s and gender neutral restrooms. Lofy was a Next Up Columbus recipient in 2020 by Columbus CityPulse, in fall of 2023 honored nationally as 40 Under 40 by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives and 2023 Chamber Professional of the Year by the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Ohio.
The Dadass Podcast was honored as Podcast of the Year for Columbus in 2021 and worked alongside Columbus City Council to get 130+ changing stations in public men’s and gender neutral restrooms. Lofy was a Next Up Columbus recipient in 2020 by Columbus CityPulse, in fall of 2023 honored nationally as 40 Under 40 by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives and 2023 Chamber Professional of the Year by the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Ohio.
Mansplaining the OG Event
On Thursday, November 9, 2023, we hosted the first ever dadX: Mansplaining Men's Health event at the world-famous Leisure Club. We had five speakers and lots of great conversation. Checkout our CBUS Dads blog post recapping the event or listen to the special podcast episode that was recorded from the live feed of the event. Pour yourself something good and hear it in all its glory.
Original Speaker Lineup
Nick Dekker - Social Health for Men - His website.
Shaun Ditty, LPC, - Mindfulness for Men - His website.
Parker Huston, PhD, - Mental Health for Men - His website.
Darrell O'Neal - The Cost of Fatherhood - Fatherhood Fraternity
Mike Scherer - Surviving Testicular Cancer - Worth the Wait Charity
Special Thanks to Our Host
About our Host: Leisure Club, a nostalgically inspired social membership club, was created as an alternative place for folks to relax and unwind. Membership at Leisure Club includes reservation access to the space with BYOB or self-serve options including our house coffee and Garage Beer. Our calendar of casual competitions, live entertainment, and volunteering opportunities are a way for our members to engage with a fun, active community. Interested to learn more? Find us on the internet at leisureclub.co