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Allyson Ward is a 2x best-selling author and a renowned speaker who ignites change with her compelling tales of resilience and courage. As President of The Capstone Group, she elevates leaders with transformative coaching and training. Allyson shines as a Senior Trainer for Tony Robbins, facilitating personal and business breakthroughs at high-caliber events. She's the heart behind Good To Greatness™, a life-changing program empowering women to lead authentic, joyous lives. With an illustrious background leading teams at IBM and Boise Cascade and an academic foundation from Boston College and The University of Michigan, Allyson is not only a corporate powerhouse but also a devoted mother and wife, creating her own harmony. To learn more about Allyson go to http://www.thecapstonegroup.us My website will be changing soon to www.allysonward.com Previous Episode 516 (2016)

Oluwayemi is the founder of Imeyreach Foundation - A foundation that provides mental empowerment to people to become better individuals for themselves and their community. He is an experienced life coach, a mental health coach and an Agile coach. Professionally, he is a value delivery manager and a Strategic Business Consultant. His favorite leadership qualities are leading by example, humility and gratitude. He believes everyone is a winner! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oluwayemiodubote/  Previous Episode 2281 (2019)

Will Richardson is the visionary founder of Green Element Group, a dynamic collection of organisations dedicated to environmental sustainability. With a passion for reducing organisation’s environmental impact, Will established Environmental Consultancy Green Element in 2004, paving the way for impactful change in the industry. In 2018, recognising the growing demand for carbon footprint reduction across organisations, Will partnered with Strategy Director Emma Littlewood to create Compare Your Footprint, a comprehensive carbon footprint software, empowering organisations to effectively measure and manage their carbon footprint. As the host of the Sustainability Solved podcast, Will has become a respected voice in the sustainability movement. With almost 180 episodes and counting, he engages in enlightening conversations with inspirational people making innovative changes to combat the climate crisis. Will is an esteemed IEMA fellow and a Chartered Environmentalist; his visionary approach has positioned him a

Dr. Gary Wohlman, PhD (The Presentation Coach, Speaker's Mentor) is an archaeologist of the soul. He integrates presentation coaching, transformational body therapy to awaken creativity and to liberate stored physical, emotional and creative energy in our bodies, our chief instrument of communication.  In Australia, his "Wohlman Method for the Whole Person" therapeutic modality received government endorsement from the Department of Education & Training. His published book and living legacy, "Get up, stand up for your life", is available on  www.mypresentationdoctor.com Dr. Gary's background also includes being a champion springboard diver, a professional improvisational storytelling court jester. Throughout his adventurous life, Dr. Gary has guided souls on an inner journey to identify, express and manifest what matters the most in their lives, to fully embody their most passionate purpose in the world and trust moving into unknown directions that call to their heart and soul. Connect with Dr. Gary: Com

Bruce Langford is a certified master hypnotist who helps clients overcome anxiety, stress, and trauma through powerful, personalized sessions. He's passionate about helping people unlock their subconscious potential and achieve a greater sense of well-being. Bruce is also a dedicated gardener and enjoys exploring the world through travel and photography.  LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brucelangford/  Previous Episode 2889 (2020) Previous Epsiode 1144 (2017)

I coach and strategize with small business leaders and industry experts, CEOs, entrepreneurs and transformation experts, like coaches, speakers, trainers, consultants and emerging thought leaders. It’s all about showing you how to create bigger, better, bolder bottom lines. I’m known as Your Income Acceleration Mentor because I can help you double, triple, quadruple and quintuple your income. That means, implementing the right processes and systems, designing your unique marketing messaging and strategy, and mastering sales conversations that convert to cash. This is what it takes to create real freedom in your life! Why I do this work? For many years, I helped my clients create powerful group coaching programs using Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). Some went on to launch highly lucrative group coaching programs while some did not. One theme rang true for those clients who seemed stuck throughout our coaching relationship. Our coaching wasn’t about systems or processes or more marketing strategies or selli

As a personal transformation guide and energy healer, Stephanie's passion is to help humanity heal trauma through boundaries. Stephanie speaks, writes, and leads workshops on our human condition and what it means to truly heal and break inter-generational cycles. She's the author of two international best-selling books, The Impact of Silence: Self Mastery Practices for Women, and The Message in the Bottle: Finding Hope and Peace Amidst the Chaos of Living with an Alcoholic. Website: https://wayofthediamondwarrior.com Previous Episode 2600 (2019) Previous Episode 854 (2016)

Patrick Fitzgibbons is a retired Police Commander and former Army Paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne Division. He is now a Program Lead for FHE Health in their Shatterproof Program for First Responders located in Deerfield Beach, Florida. He is passionate about helping first responders who are struggling, and he also sought treatment for his struggles. He holds advanced degrees in organizational leadership and business, and is currently studying to become a licensed mental health clinician in the State of Florida. Patrick also speaks to first responder organizations about health and wellness for personnel. LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-j-fitzgibbons-699a6a24/  W: https://cjevolution.com/  Previous Episode 1274 (2017) Previous Episode 2274 (2019)  

Kyle Gray is an entrepreneur, story strategist and author who helps coaches, startups and influencers use storytelling to better communicate their unique value, and create connection and trust with their audience. He combines timeless storytelling with with cutting edge marketing to ensure you’ve got the right story to tell while presenting, on a sales call or in conversation, both online and offline. Kyle’s two books on marketing Selling With Story and The Story Engine help you quickly get clear on your story and start selling and how to build systems to tell that story at scale. Both are filled with powerful and easy to use templates to help you take action and get results quickly. Kyle also has a podcast called The Story Engine podcast where he interviews experts on how they use storytelling to grow their business. Kyle uses a system called “The One Clear Path To Sales” to turn your story into a powerful sales and marketing tool: One Clear Message: You get clear on the exact message your customers need

As a seasoned tech professional with over 25 years of experience in software engineering, database administration, project management, operations management, and CyberSecurity, Dawn brings both expertise and empathy to her work. Her true passion, however, lies in supporting underrepresented women in Tech, especially Black women navigating the complexities of their careers and personal lives. Dawn is the founder of CDWY (Courageous Daring Wonderful You), where she mentors and coaches Black women Tech professionals, helping them overcome imposter syndrome, burnout, and the emotional weight of racial battle fatigue. She creates spaces where these women can safely lay down their "superwoman capes," reconnect with their authentic selves, and thrive both personally and professionally. What makes her uniquely qualified to lead this journey is her ability to blend vulnerability with leadership. Having faced her own challenges, she's driven by a deep sense of resilience, empathy, and a desire to create lasting impact.

Dr. Duana Welch (pronounced DWAY-nah) is the dating coach and author known for using science to help men and women find and keep the love of their lives. A former professor in Florida, California, and Texas across 20 years, she is an expert for Paired, the science-based couples app, and she has contributed to NPR, PBS, Psychology Today, and numerous other outlets and podcasts. Her book Love Factually: 10 Proven Steps from I Wish to I Do, is out globally in five languages; its revised and updated edition released in 2022.  She coaches clients worldwide, via Zoom and other technologies. W: http://www.lovesciencemedia.com/ Previous Episode 108 (2016)

Fabiola Baughman is a shamanic practitioner and wayshower of Peruvian Indigenous Wisdom. Following her inner guidance, Fabiola left her career as a scientist and biology college professor in the United States to travel back to her homeland of Peru where she discovered the secrets of her ancient heritage. Recognized for her clairvoyant and shamanic abilities, she was instructed by the Apus, the spirits of the mountains, to create a documentary to help people learn how to reconnect to the earth and access their true power. Despite having no prior experience in filmmaking, she assembled a dedicated team and embarked on an extraordinary journey to share the wisdom of the Andean people and the profound messages from Pachamama, Mother Earth. Her film, Journey to the Heart of the Andes, has won several prestigious awards, including the Las Vegas International Film Festival Award for Best Documentary (Tier 1), an Impact Docs Award, which recognizes documentaries with the power to inspire change,three Awards of Merit

Misty W Gilbert was born in Paso Robles, California, and currently resides in Bowie, Texas, a suburb of the Dallas-Fort Worth area.  As a Transformational Coach, Blogger, Writer, and Speaker, she is passionate about encouraging, supporting, and inspiring others to live intentionally and create the life they truly desire. "In 1997, I made a life-altering decision.  I left behind everything and everyone I knew, choosing to escape a lifetime of repression, control, and abuse.  With limited funds, no family, and a small support system, I moved across the country, committed to living a life of freedom and choice.  Fast forward to 2013—another traumatic event shattered my world, yet it became the catalyst for a transformational journey. As I navigated through my pain, struggles, and fears, I unearthed the powerful, positive person within me—a person who loves life, cherishes connection, and deeply believes in the power of God. Many of us live in fear, shame, guilt, and regret, reacting emotionally to life’s circums

Brett Deister, Podcast Host, Editor, Producer, and Digital Marketing Expert Brett Deister is a seasoned professional in the realm of podcasting, with expertise in hosting, editing, and producing engaging audio and video content. Hailing from California, Brett's journey into the podcasting world was fueled by his passion for communication, public relations, and marketing. During his time at Digital Cafe Media, Brett has led the creation of over 300 podcast episodes for various clients, demonstrating his proficiency in all aspects of podcast production. His ability to craft compelling stories and offer valuable insights into the strategic and creative elements of podcasting has earned him accolades and recognition within the industry. With a background in public relations and marketing, Brett brings a unique blend of skills to his work, enabling him to offer expert advice on launching and managing successful podcasts. He possesses a keen understanding of content creation, audience engagement, and digital market

Lyndsay Phillips is the CEO of Smooth Business Podcasting, speaker, guest expert, host of Leverage Your Podcast show and creator of the Podcast Leverage System. Serving authors, coaches, experts & thought leaders who are serious about using their voice to impact others and grow their business, she helps them optimize, leverage and repurpose their podcasting content. Lyndsay has been featured on MSN, NBC, Fox, published in Huffington Post, Daily Business Post, Earworthy and Go Solo, guesting on podcasts like John Lee Dumas's Entrepreneurs On Fire and Patty Farmer's Marketing, Media & Money. Lyndsay has graced the stages of prestigious events like Dream Business Academy and Podfest, the latter earning her a spot in the Guinness World Records. Noteworthy appearances include sharing the stage with luminaries like Mike Michalowicz and Jay Abraham at Service Business Edge. Driven by her passion for assisting entrepreneurs in building authority and increasing visibility, Lyndsay excels in transforming podcas

As a leadership coach, trainer, and outdoor enthusiast; Jen Recla is on a mission to awaken passion, joy, and the spirit of adventure in every professional endeavor. With over 15 years of organizational development experience in leadership, coaching, and mentoring, she specializes in creating growth experiences that inspire and equip leaders to build engaged, collaborative, and resilient teams. She leverages her top Gallup strengths of woo, maximizer, communication, futuristic, and arranger to make learning fun, bring knowledge to others, and inspire individuals to reach their full potential. Learn more about Jen's work here and sign up for weekly growth challenges. Or connect with her on LinkedIn. W: www.jenrecla.com

As global head of McDermott’s trademark prosecution and controversy practice, Christina (Tina) L. Martini focuses her practice on domestic and international trademark and copyright law, as well as domain name, Internet, social media, advertising, unfair competition and entertainment law. Tina advises clients across the full gamut of soft intellectual property (IP) issues and across a wide range of industries, including pharmaceutical and life sciences, professional services, food and beverage, housewares, apparel, energy, agriculture, consulting, restaurant, franchising, advertising, real estate and financial services. Her global experience includes brand development and brand management. Tina also develops, maintains and enforces large global IP portfolios. She works closely with companies from the beginning stages of product development and provides strategic advice in searching and filing for brand names domestically and internationally. She creates global filing strategies to maximize clients’ protection

Nisla Love is an IRS Enrolled Agent and the founder of Choose Love Solutions, with over 15 years of experience in tax preparation and a Master's in Accounting and Taxation. She's dedicated to helping individuals, small businesses, and real estate investors navigate the complex world of taxes and financial planning. Known for her approachable and light-hearted style, Nisla is known for making financial matters less intimidating—maybe even a little fun! As a veteran and military spouse, Nisla understands the unique challenges of building financial stability and is passionate about guiding clients through every step. Her mission is simple: to empower clients to make smart, informed decisions, protect their wealth, and achieve their financial dreams. Nisla's helping heart and unwavering commitment makes her a trusted partner for those seeking clarity and success in their financial journeys. You can reach Nisla at chooselovesolutions.com E: nlove@chooselovesolutions.com Previous Episode 2595 (2019) Previous Episod

Recognized by ABC, MSNBC, and TEDx, Jen Coken is an internationally acclaimed comedian, coach, speaker, and Imposter Syndrome expert. Jen has coached nearly 10,000 leaders in the last 30 years in the public and private sectors. She has a vision of a world of people at home with themselves — a world where each and every human being is recognized, appreciated, and known for their unique contribution. She empowers women executives in male-dominated industries to lead with more authority, influence and impact - to be leaders people respect and recognize.  Fortune 1000 CEOs to seven-figure Founders trust Jen to shake things up with no apologies, no limits, and all the laughs. www.jencoken.com  |  jen@jencoken.com

Dr. Kim Martin, an accomplished software engineer, is the founder of Successful and Fulfilled® and the creator of Reignite Her Light™. She passionately promotes authentic leadership for experienced women leaders. Her innovative programs and her leadership of a Global Women's Initiative at a Fortune 50 technology company have empowered thousands of women worldwide to achieve their highest career aspirations. Dr. Kim is a sought-after speaker, author, coach, and workshop facilitator, dedicated to guiding women leaders who aspire to go beyond achievement to true fulfillment, all grounded in authenticity. Her proprietary approach empowers women leaders to remain true to their values and vision as they excel in their careers. She often tells her clients, "It's not about who you've learned to be; it's about who you were meant to be." An avid adventure traveler, Dr. Kim has climbed the Great Wall of China, straddled the equator, and trekked across glaciers. Together with her husband Rod, she enjoys the beauty and tr