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Dr. Roger A. Gerard
Dr. Roger A. Gerard is the owner of Sloan & Gerard Consulting, a private firm providing executive and board-level services in strategic planning, executive coaching, and management development, with a focus on process improvement and lean methodologies for measurable organizational growth. He previously served as Chief Learning Officer at ThedaCare, where he worked for 23 years before retiring in 2014. Dr. Gerard is the author of Owning the Room: Leading with Mind, Heart and Spirit and the upcoming book Lead With Purpose: Reignite Passion and Engagement for Professionals in Crisis, as well as the co-author of On the Mend: Revolutionizing Healthcare to Save Lives and Transform the Industry.
Rachel Strella
Rachel Strella is the owner and founder of Strella Social Media, a digital marketing agency specializing in social media management. With a degree in Communications and a background in journalism, Rachel leverages her expertise in storytelling across various platforms including her blog, social media channels, and syndicated content. Her dedication to entrepreneurship and small business growth extends beyond her professional endeavors, as she actively mentors and advises aspiring business owners.
Richard Huffman
Richard Huffman started his entrepreneurial journey in 1994 by opening his first preschool in Ellicott City, Maryland. Over time, he expanded his business into Huffman Family Brands, which now operates across 17 states and includes four companies. As Maryland’s largest early childhood education provider, Huffman further grew his impact by franchising the Celebree School model in 2019. This allowed families, entrepreneurs, and corporate professionals to open their own schools. Since then, he has awarded 92 franchise agreements, with 72 more in development, resulting in over 50 schools across the U.S. and 164 more in progress, positioning Celebree Schools among top competitors like Primrose and Goddard. -
Elise Hart Kipness
Elise Hart Kipness, once a top sports reporter for Fox Sports Net, left television to raise her family and later found a passion for writing. Drawing from her experience in sports and crime reporting, she created the hit thriller series featuring sports reporter Kate Green, who solves murders. Like her character, Elise once chased marquee athletes through venues like Madison Square Garden, reporting to national audiences on major events like the Olympics, NBA Finals, World Series, and more.
Jenna Capozzi
Jenna Capozzi, founder of Jennacapozzi.com, brings over 30 years of C-level executive experience, having led innovative projects for global brands like Samsung, Target, and BMW. She has also produced notable films such as Monsters, Inc. and popular TV shows. Transitioning from Hollywood to mentoring, Jenna now dedicates herself to empowering the next generation of leaders, particularly female entrepreneurs. She focuses on building leadership, confidence, and purpose, helping individuals make a meaningful impact while guiding them through personal growth and community support.
Gary Prenevost
Gary Prenevost is one of North America’s leading franchise search coaches; he is himself a multi-unit franchisee and award-winning author of The Unstoppable Franchisee, 7 Drivers of Next-Level Growth. Gary and his team have guided over 2,000 people through the full scope of their franchise research. -
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David Steele
David Steele is the co-founder and CEO of One Wealth Advisors, a $1 billion independent wealth management firm that provides clients with comprehensive planning and advisory services to simplify their financial lives and help achieve their financial goals. A strategic visionary, David has successfully built ventures across various industries, including hospitality, arts, entertainment, and consumer products. As co-founder and Executive Chairman of Flour + Water Hospitality Group, he oversees renowned restaurant brands in the Bay Area, with a focus on culinary excellence, sustainability, and community impact. Over the past six years, he has opened six restaurants in the competitive Bay Area dining scene.
Bryce C. Tingle
Bryce C. Tingle is Professor and N. Murray Edwards Chair in Business Law in the Faculty of Law at the University of Calgary, and author of the book 'Hard Lessons in Corporate Governance'. He is a member of one of the Securities Commissions in Canada, serves as the Chair for various business corporations, and spent decades advising boards, including as the General Counsel of several international corporate groups.
Kurt Schmidt
Kurt Schmidt is a Certified Peer Support Specialist and Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with over 15 years of experience. He holds an MSW from Missouri State University and an MBA from Webster University. Kurt's personal experiences and passion for helping others guide his work with people facing mental health and substance use challenges. He is also a certified personal trainer, recognizing the important link between physical and mental health in recovery.
Dr. Kyra Bobinet
Dr. Kyra Bobinet is a physician, public health leader, and behavior change designer focusing on tranquility, transformation and healing to build optimal health and fulfilling, meaningful lives. She is the author of Unstoppable Brain: The New Neuroscience That Frees Us From Failure, Eases Our Stress, and Creates Lasting Change. A keynote speaker, live presenter, and podcast guest, Dr. Bobinet addresses topics such as behavior change, self-care and personal growth for high-influence leaders, and what long-term neuroscience research reveals about habits and lifestyle change. -
Robin Antar
Robin Antar is a Brooklyn, NY native and award-winning sculptor whose works in stone have been collected by NY cognoscenti, and exhibited around the world at prestigious galleries and museums, as well as corporate offices. She happens to be blind in one eye, but that hasn’t stopped her from becoming a prolific artist.
Jonathan Keim
Jonathan was instrumental in launching Robbins-Madanes Training and the Coaching Institute. These coaching schools have now trained over 15% of the estimated global population of certified coaches. He currently serves as the Chief Marketing Officer at Robbins-Madanes Training. As a Master Level Trainer of Strategic Intervention, Jonathan guides and facilitates life-changing experiences through impactful live and online coaching programs, empowering individuals to unlock their potential, improve their relationships, accelerate their careers, discover their greatest purpose, and turn their dreams into action plans.
Amber Jayne
Amber Jayne is a visionary leader in early childhood education with over two decades of experience. Her journey began at nineteen, teaching preschoolers, and at twenty-three, she fulfilled her dream by founding Smart Start Preschool, now known as Loving Start Learning Centers. Amber’s mission has always been to create a nurturing and fun learning environment, successfully balancing her role as an educator with raising four children. Her entrepreneurial spirit led her from running a preschool from her home to managing larger centers, always maintaining her commitment to excellence in early education. -
Jerad Finck
Jerad Finck is the Founder and CEO of Cosmic Wire, a Los Angeles-based company focused on revolutionizing the spatial internet through cutting-edge technology and high-profile partnerships. With over two decades of diverse experience in tech system design, music production, and executive leadership, Jerad is a recognized innovator. He began his career in Silicon Valley, where he developed expertise in cybersecurity and system architecture, contributing to major projects for both startups and industry leaders like Nokia.
Marquel Russell
Arguably one of the best when it comes to revenue growth for experts, Marquel Russell is a multimillion-dollar revenue generator, best-selling author, Inc. 5000 CEO, Rapid Business Growth Strategist, and Advisor who has been called one of the greatest business growth geniuses of our time. His genius lies in his innate talent for creating simple systems to strategically grow companies that are more profitable, scalable, sustainable, enjoyable, and sellable.
David Hoffman
David is the CEO and Founder of one of the leading real estate brokerages in the Carolinas, a public speaker, and the author of Relationships Over Rules. His life began with hardship—taken from his mother after a near-death experience, he grew up in rough conditions, even eating dog food and drinking from toilet water. By age 8, he was already finding ways to make money, learning the value of hard work early on. Because he didn’t have strong relationships growing up, he now places immense value on them, both in business and life. -
Betsy Pepine
Betsy Pepine, Founder and CEO of Pepine Realty, is a trailblazer in the real estate industry and an accomplished entrepreneur. Under her leadership, Pepine Realty has earned national recognition, with The Wall Street Journal consistently ranking her team as one of the top-producing in the U.S. Her brokerage has also been listed multiple times among the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies and recognized on Florida's Top 50 Companies to Watch. Betsy's expertise and innovative approach have earned her numerous accolades, solidifying her status as a respected leader in the real estate sector.
GC Brown
GC Brown, a former felon who served 16 years in federal facilities, has turned his life around through writing and entrepreneurship. While imprisoned, Brown discovered his passion for writing and has since completed two book series awaiting publication. He views his time in prison as the turning point that led him to a fulfilling career as an author. His first novel, Wake of Storm, won a gold award in the prestigious Ben Franklin contest. Brown is also a co-founder of UpCup Koffee, a mushroom coffee company he started with two fellow ex-convicts, Alex Diaz and Dr. William McArthur III. Both his books and the coffee company are set to launch on the same date, November 1.
Zach Colman
Zach Colman has extensive experience working with a diverse range of athletes and sports-driven brands, helping them discover their "why" through strategic brand identity and engaging digital experiences. His portfolio includes collaborations with renowned athletes such as MLB’s Phil Coke, NFL’s Mike Kafka and Robert Turbin, as well as corporate partnerships with brands like the Phoenix Suns, Serfas, Crunch Fitness, and the Pro Football Retired Players Association. Zach is the founder of Creatitive, a TEDx speaker, and the owner of GymMark. -
Mark Siebert
Mark Siebert is one of the nation's foremost franchise consultants and the CEO of iFranchise Group, a top-ranked franchise consulting firm. With over 40 years of experience in the franchising industry, Siebert has helped numerous prominent brands expand their businesses through franchising, working with hundreds of franchise companies across more than 30 countries. He is also a sought-after speaker, regularly presenting at franchise conferences and events worldwide.
Anita Nowak, PhD
Anita Nowak, PhD, is an empathy evangelist, author, multiple TEDx speaker, podcaster, award-winning educator, certified coach, and founder of Purposeful Empathy by Design, a boutique global advisory firm that helps purpose-driven organizations create cultures of empathy and family offices achieve social impact through strategic philanthropy. She teaches Happiness Means Business and Social Entrepreneurship & Innovation at McGill University. She’s also on faculty with the McGill Executive Institute.
Maksym Prokhorov
Maksym Prokhorov is a retail professional turned engineer who transitioned careers after a contractor failed to deliver the CRM system he needed. This experience led him to create PLATMA, a business automation platform that allows companies to independently create solutions without spending hundreds of dollars on IT teams.
Jay Conner
Since 2003, Jay Conner has been buying and selling houses in a small market of 40,000 people, now averaging $82,000 per deal. He has rehabbed over 500 homes and been involved in more than $118 million in real estate transactions. Jay has fully automated his 7-figure income business, working fewer than 10 hours a week. His expertise in raising private money has made him a trusted consultant for over 2,000 real estate investors, especially after raising $2.15 million in private funds within 90 days during the 2009 financial crisis. -
Gina Maier Vincent
Gina Maier Vincent is a visionary thought leader, master motivator, and founder of Exquisitely Aligned, where she offers a 3-step proven system to help high achievers align their time, money, and energy with their core truths, desires, and gifts. Her mission is to empower individuals to live their most magnificent lives by guiding them to optimize their resources. Through her podcast, TV show, and monthly magazine columns, Vincent shares her insights with a global audience, helping people create the future they truly desire and deserve. Her entrepreneurial expertise and unique approach have made her a sought-after speaker, inspiring audiences worldwide.
Kristi Jenkins
Kristi Jenkins is a highly experienced real estate agent with over 20 years in the industry, known as the "Realtor for Life" for her dedication to helping clients through different stages of homeownership. She specializes in luxury and waterfront properties in the Eastside and Seattle areas, working with everything from resales to new construction and land development. Her attention to detail, strong negotiation skills, and personalized marketing set her apart, earning her many repeat clients across all price ranges. -
Rusty Rueff
Rusty Rueff is a well-known technology executive, startup advisor, and thought leader in the Bay Area. He has served on numerous corporate boards of directors, including as a founding board director of Glassdoor. He was the National Coordinating Co-Chair for Technology during Barack Obama's successful 2012 reelection campaign and was subsequently appointed to the President’s Advisory Board for the Arts for The Kennedy Center. He has been the leader of both the GRAMMY Foundation Board and The American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) Board. He is a benefactor of Purdue University’s Patti and Rusty Rueff School of Design, Arts, and Performance.
Jarek Tadla
Jarek Tadla is a seasoned real estate investor with over 30 years of experience in both residential and commercial properties. As the owner of Peoples Choice Apartments LLC, Jarek has built the largest singularly owned real estate company in the country without relying on investor equity. His portfolio spans thousands of units globally, and he has personally renovated and remediated many of them to improve living conditions for tenants, something that resonated deeply with him as an immigrant from Poland in the 1990s. Jarek’s journey from dishwasher to a highly successful entrepreneur highlights his belief that every step in his career contributed to his success. Jarek’s story is not just one of financial triumph but also of personal struggle.
Damon Burton
Damon Burton, an SEO expert with a team of over 40 employees, has built a multi-seven figure agency without any lead generation or ad spend, creating over $100 million in revenue for clients. His journey from startup to a successful company exemplifies SEO mastery in an era where online visibility is crucial for businesses. Damon specializes in leveraging organic traffic, turning it into substantial business results. His story is marked by perseverance and success, showcasing his ability to navigate challenges and achieve online prominence. Notable achievements include outranking ABC for The Bachelor. Damon is dedicated to transforming SEO from a guessing game into a precise science.
Dave Young
Dave Young is the founder of Paragon Wealth Management, a firm he has successfully led for over 35 years through some of the toughest investment markets. Paragon has earned numerous accolades, including the NABCAP Premier Advisor and Best of State Investment Advisor awards multiple times. In addition to his financial career, Dave became Mayor of Orem in 2022, applying his expertise to enhance the city's operations and finances.
Glenn Kaufman
Glenn Kaufman is a Managing Director of D Cubed, and a 25 year veteran in private market investing. Having spent almost his entire career investing primarily on behalf of high net worth individuals and families, he helped found Cubed to utilize that experience and to be the private-market investor of choice for companies, owners and executives in select sectors seeking a partner with the most focus, alignment and commitment to resourcing their success. -
Scott Chou
Scott Chou has been in the venture capital industry since 1997 and was recently recognized by Always On as a Top 100 venture capitalist. He is known for his focus on disruptive technologies and for authoring Maxims, Morals, and Metaphors – A Primer on Venture Capital. Scott’s educational background includes the Kauffman Fellows Venture Capital Program, a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with honors from Caltech as well as master’s degrees from Harvard University and Stanford University. He was recently recognized by Always On as a Top 100 venture capitalist.
Vikram Ravoory
Vikram Ravoory, commonly known as Vik, was born in Connecticut and raised in Orlando, Florida, where his family relocated to support his dream of becoming a professional tennis player. Two of his coaches also moved to Florida to continue mentoring him. He pursued his undergraduate degree at the University of Florida, balancing academics with his passion for tennis as a member of the varsity team. After earning his degree, Vik completed a Master’s at USF to improve his GPA and worked at Disney World, where he developed an appreciation for high-quality customer service. He later attended New York University for Dental School, graduating in 2022, followed by a rigorous two-year fellowship in implant dentistry and dental surgery at NYU from 2022 to 2024.
Michael Foucher
Michael Foucher is an experienced product leader who specializes in driving vision and roadmaps for businesses. He is currently VP of Product and Customer Success at browser company, Shift, and was part of its founding team in 2017. At Shift he focuses on ideating product strategy, scaling the product, leading user research and customer service, building high performing teams, and managing cross-functional partners. Michael specializes in SaaS, multi-platform and multi-channel checkout experiences, product strategy, and product development. -
Zac Coughlin
Zac’s Sweet Shop is a chocolate company creating high-quality, innovative bite-sized chocolates, likened to a modern See’s Candies with Zac Coughlin as the Black, Gen-Z Willy Wonka. Relaunched in 2024, the brand is preparing for a 2025 retail launch with upgraded packaging and strategic partnerships. A Pittsburgh native, Zac developed his passion for flavor and baked goods early on, influenced by his grandmother's expertise. By age 13, he launched Zac’s Sweet Shop, crafting desserts for parties and events throughout high school. He has since been featured in outlets like the LA Times and Entrepreneur, creating custom sweets for high-profile events, including Black-ish and The Oscars. His impressive client list includes Gary Vee, American Express, and Disney, all while giving back to the communities he supports as a proud adoptee.
Alejandro Salazar
Alejandro Salazar is a renowned strategist and the founder of Breakthrough, a consultancy firm that has helped over 250 companies, including global corporations, achieve success in competitive markets. With a PhD from Northwestern University, his career has been shaped by extensive hands-on experience rather than just academic theory. Alejandro's work focuses on guiding businesses to adopt innovative approaches to strategy that emphasize adaptability and action over rigid planning, which has made him a prominent figure in the field. -
Adam Rosen
Adam Rosen, a seasoned entrepreneur and global traveler, successfully exited his first tech startup in 2019. He now leads two thriving ventures: EOC Works, where he helps businesses drive sales through cold email strategies, and The Nomad Cloud, a rapidly growing community with over 200,000 subscribers, dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs to explore the world while building successful businesses.
Jennifer Neville
Jennifer Neville is a mindset and manifestation expert who helps individuals discover their purpose and potential through intuitive coaching, hypnotherapy, and the power of the subconscious mind. Her work focuses on reframing core beliefs and blockages to bring about dramatic personal changes. By teaching clients to shift their thoughts and reprogram their subconscious, Jennifer enables them to create new neural pathways that align with their goals. Her hypnotic programming package includes routines and techniques aimed at healing deep-seated wounds and fostering desired lifestyle changes, such as weight loss, which she personally experienced through her own 45+ pound transformation. -
Allana Prat
Allana Pratt, an Ivy League graduate and global media personality, is a renowned intimacy expert helping people heal heartbreak and attract meaningful relationships. Author of six books and host of the podcast Intimate Conversations: Season 12-Become the One, Allana empowers her audience to "Become the One" to "Find the One" and "Awaken the One." Her expertise has led her to interview notable figures like Whoopi Goldberg and Alanis Morissette and coach Leeza Gibbons during Dancing with the Stars.
Chris Martin
In 2000, Chris Martin launched a temporary airbrush tattoo business in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, growing to become a very popular local attraction, successfully operating across 25 venues. In 2023, Chris recruited a seasoned team of guest experience, kiosk, and live entertainment experts to bring this technology nationwide. Chris is the Founder and President of iTATU.
John Rajchert
John Rajchert is an accomplished global senior business leader with extensive experience in executive roles. Currently serving as CEO of Lit Thinking, a leader in health technology and clean buildings, John brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Prior to his current role, he held senior positions at the Fortune 100 multinational conglomerate Honeywell, including Global President of Building Solutions, where he managed a P&L of $2.5 Billion. He completed his studies in Electrical Engineering in Australia under a traineeship scheme with Sydney’s Electrical Utility Company. He is an associate member of the Institution of Engineers, Australia.
Brianna Van Zanten
Brianna Van Zanten passionately combines her love for meaningful connections, her academic background in user experience and human behaviors, and her devotion to service. As a Black female in the tech world, she aspires to be recognized not only as an advocate for diversity and inclusion but also as a future mentor for young professionals like herself. She grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and pursued her studies in Cognitive Science and Psychology at Case Western Reserve University. During her college years, Van Zanten also seized the opportunity to play soccer, which ignited her passion for coaching. Currently, she coaches three youth travel soccer teams, a journey that has further fueled her love for mentoring and developing young players. -
Eric Best
Eric Best is the CEO and co-founder of SoundCommerce – a data platform company that helps brands deliver world-class, profitable experiences. With more than 25 years of experience as an entrepreneur and executive, Eric is a tenured leader in consumer-direct and retail commerce, SaaS, cloud integration, digital currency and digital advertising.
Michael Sartain
Michael Sartain is a dynamic individual with a diverse background. A University of Texas at Austin graduate, he initially explored the entertainment industry, gaining skills in communication and management. His life took a turn post-9/11, leading him to a seven-year military career as a KC-135 navigator in the Air Force, where he honed leadership and integrity. Transitioning to event hosting in Las Vegas, he developed expertise in high-level networking and abundance mindset. Diving into finance, he mastered statistical analysis and diversified financial knowledge. Michael's podcast showcases his wide-ranging interests, and he founded Men of Action, integrating his multifaceted experiences into a program focusing on social networking, leadership, entrepreneurship, mindset, and finance.
Bogdan Zlatkov
Bogdan Zlatkov is the Founder of GrowthHackYourCareer.com and has taught thousands of smart job seekers how to optimize their resumes, reach “All-Star” status with their LinkedIn profiles, and how to ace their interviews to land their next job faster. Before starting GHYC, Bogdan was a Content Manager at LinkedIn Learning and the author of, "The Ultimate Guide to Job Hunting," ranked #1 on Google. -
Hugh Barton
Hugh Barton is the co-founder and chief executive officer of LVH, a first-of-its-kind luxury super home chartering company that provides access to thousands of elite homes in hundreds of global destinations. As a globally recognized industry leader in luxury asset management, hospitality, and client services to ultra-high-net-worth clientele, he is often sought after for his expertise and advisory services. He boasts more than 25 years of entrepreneurship, with experience spanning sales, technology product management, and strategic business development across industries such as financial services, real estate and healthcare. Hugh received a Bachelor in Finance and Strategic Management from The Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania.
Aubree Childs
Aubree Childs grew up in a less than ideal situation, she became a product of her environment at the tender age of 11. After her Mother took her own life she got invited to a Jiu Jitsu class in Brazil and it changed her life. She knew she had to give back to the millions of children just like her and she’s made it a mission to get Jiu Jitsu to every underserved child, human trafficked victims, victims of sexual/domestic violence, into every group home, after school program, foster agency, probation, and rehabs across the United States.
Shafiur Rahman
As the right hand to many founders, Shafiur has made operations the secret weapon for many startups. He has built the operational infrastructure and held prominent leadership roles for several companies, including Airbus Aerial, Specright, Connectifier (Acquired by LinkedIn Feb' 16), and Airware. Decades of broad exposure have taught Shafiur which levers make each functional area work and how they must be coordinated for a startup to succeed. -
Kristin Leffel
Volée is a premium athletic lifestyle collection featuring fashion-forward designs created by women for women. With a sports luxe look perfect for the court, the country club, or everyday life, Volée stands out so you can make your mark! Volée was founded in Newport Beach, California., by three best friends, Kristin Leffel, Ashley Rose, and Kasey Martin.
Evan Hock
Evan Hock is the co-founder and COO of MakeMyMove where he works to connect remote workers to their happy places. He found his entrepreneurial spark at Angie's List, nurtured by a strong bond with founder and CEO Bill Oesterle, who was his partner in establishing MakeMyMove. The company began as a play to help bring talent back to Hock and Oesterle's home state of Indiana, and now works across the United States, helping cities and towns to tell their unique stories, and attract new residents. -
Annie Dickerson
Annie Dickerson, with over 15 years of real estate experience, has made a major impact in commercial real estate. She co-founded Goodegg Investments with Julie Lam, and their firm has managed over $1.4 billion in investments, earning them the title of Best Real Estate Syndication Company in North America by Build Magazine. Annie was also named Real Estate Investor of the Year by the Motley Fool. Beyond their investment success, Annie and Julie share their knowledge as authors and hosts of the Life & Money Show podcast. They also created the Real Estate Accelerator mentorship program to help new investors raise private capital.
Patti B. Johnson
Patti B. Johnson is the former CEO of PeopleResults, a change and learning consulting firm she founded over 18 years ago. Under her leadership, PeopleResults achieved significant success, culminating in a successful private equity acquisition in 2023. She has been featured in the Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Fast Company, MONEY Magazine, U.S. News and World Report, Fortune, and many more. -
Frank Parisi
Frank Parisi's life story reads like a Hollywood movie, marked by a turbulent upbringing on the tough streets of New York City, where he grappled with drugs, alcohol, and violence as means of survival. After decades of self-destruction, he experienced a profound spiritual awakening on July 31, 2011, that led him to embrace recovery as a new way of life. Since then, Frank has dedicated himself to inspiring young people to make better choices and avoid the pitfalls that once ensnared him. His mission extends to empowering adults of all ages, demonstrating that the past does not define them and that each day offers the opportunity for a fresh start.
Josh Seiden
Josh Seiden has extensive experience working with hundreds of organizations in various roles, including individual contributors, leaders, founders, and consultants. Originally software designers, they transitioned into coaching, consulting, and speaking, where they focus on helping organizations integrate strategy, adopt customer-centric practices, and leverage evidence-based decision-making to enhance agility (with a lowercase “a”), create better products, and achieve greater success. They have co-authored two previous books and their latest work, Who Does What By How Much? A Practical Guide to Customer-Centric OKRs, continues their mission to drive organizational success through customer-centric approaches.
Todd Durkin
Todd Durkin, MA, is a highly respected strength and conditioning coach, motivational speaker, and best-selling author. He has trained some of the world’s top athletes, including NFL MVPs, Super Bowl Champions, and Olympic Gold Medalists, helping them achieve peak performance through fitness and mindset coaching. As the founder of Fitness Quest 10 in San Diego, CA, Todd has received numerous awards, including being a two-time Personal Trainer of the Year and the 2017 Jack LaLanne Award winner. He’s also part of the Under Armour Training Team and has been repeatedly recognized as one of the Top 100 Most Influential People in Health & Fitness by Greatist. -
Dr. Ella F. Washington
Dr. Ella F. Washington is an organizational psychologist, DEI expert and professor of practice at Georgetown's McDonough School of Business. Throughout her 15-year career she has emerged as a thought leader and influential expert in leadership development, corporate competencies and creating inclusive and equitable workplaces. Dr. Washington has worked with corporate leaders, global enterprises and DEI professionals to craft inclusive, innovative and engaging workplace environments for all.
Peter Goldstein
Peter Goldstein is a seasoned executive and entrepreneur with over 30 years of extensive experience as a C-Suite executive and member of the Board of Directors for public and private companies. Peter brings a unique blend of skills and expertise with managing emerging growth, corporate finance, compliance, capital market and investment banking activities with a results driven focus. He provides leadership in varied aspects of corporate finance and capital markets by drawing on his expertise with a myriad of diverse and satisfied global entrepreneurial clients.
Rick Jordan
Rick embodies the true meaning of being self-made. He achieved success by going ALL IN—not just in business, but in life. Rick built a public company from the ground up, with no outside financial assistance, all while raising a family. As the host of the ALL IN with Rick Jordan podcast, he’s a dynamic keynote speaker, influential media personality, and a connoisseur of fine scotch. Notably, he led the first Managed IT Services Provider to become publicly traded as an independent entity. -
Dr. Alise Cortez
Dr. Alise Cortez is the Chief Ignition Officer at Gusto, Now!, a consultancy that helps organizations improve engagement, performance, and profitability by fostering meaning and purpose. With over 25 years of experience as an organizational psychologist, logotherapist, speaker, and author, she focuses on building purpose-driven leadership and high-performing cultures. Her global work helps individuals and companies lead more fulfilling and impactful lives.
Monica Suleski
Monica Suleski is a visionary entrepreneur and design expert with a passion for beauty and timeless art. Born to a Polish father and Colombian mother, she was raised between Philadelphia's traditional values and South Beach's trendy vibe. In 1998, Suleski founded Eclectic Elements, a Miami-based full-service art, furniture, and design firm that offers contemporary and luxury collections. She integrates her belief in the mind, body, and soul connection into her work, maintaining a lifestyle of meditation, superfoods, and fitness. Her high-profile clients include celebrities like Nicki Minaj, LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Floyd Mayweather, Lil Wayne, and Shaquille O’Neal.
Meg Appelgate
Meg Appelgate is the co-founder and CEO of Unsilenced, a nonprofit dedicated to ending institutional child abuse within the Troubled Teen Industry (TTI). A survivor of two TTI programs where she spent over three years, Meg now advocates for systemic change and supports other survivors. Her new book, “Becoming UNSILENCED: Surviving and Fighting the Troubled Teen Industry” (April 2024), details her harrowing experiences and the urgent need for reform. With a background in psychology and extensive nonprofit management, Meg is committed to promoting healthy, effective alternatives for struggling youth and ensuring their rights and well-being. - Vis mere
