Exhibitor Videos

In this short but powerful interview, Brigadier General (Ret.) Dr. Rhonda Cornum shares why resilience training is not just beneficial, but essential for human performance and wellbeing. Filmed while the 49 North™ team was on assignment with the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) in Adelaide, Australia, this two-minute segment captures the insights of a leader who spearheaded one of the largest resilience initiatives in history.

Drawing from her experience directing the U.S. Army’s Comprehensive Soldier Fitness program—which successfully trained more than 1.1 million service members—Dr. Cornum explains why resilience must be developed proactively rather than reactively. She outlines the science behind resilience, the practical applications that make it effective, and why training individuals in these skills protects not only performance but long-term health and readiness.

Set against the backdrop of 49 North’s international work with hundreds of South Australians, this interview highlights the universal need for resilience: across cultures, sectors, and professions. Whether in the military, healthcare, emergency services, or community leadership, Cornum’s message is clear—resilience is a skill that can and must be taught, practiced, and sustained.