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Avital Miller, best-selling author of the books Healing Happens and Practice inspires boundless energy, emotional intelligence, and leadership skills for purposeful results, high productivity, and harmonious relationships. For over fifteen years, Avital has been serving thousands of people worldwide as an award-winning international keynote speaker, corporate leadership seminar facilitator, healing breakthrough facilitator, and global dancer. Her leadership background includes being a program manager at Microsoft, lead coach for Success Resources America, sales and marketing director for Crystal Clarity Publishers, yoga and fitness teacher trainer, and fitness director. Stages and shows where she has danced, sung, or spoken include The Kennedy Center, KTLA, Channel 7 News, KPCW, KCMJ, Miss South India Pageant, Global Workplace Wellness Summit, and Motivational Millennial. Her articles have been published in Nue fashion magazine, Toastmasters International Magazine, Fitness Professional Online,_ 30 Seconds_, a

Fatima is an accomplished business advisor, national speaker, and visionary leader known for her ability to drive change, inspire action, and create meaningful connections in the rapidly evolving world of emerging technology. With a unique talent for cutting through the noise and eliminating the unnecessary, Fatima consistently finds creative ways forward in even the most challenging situations. Her knack for innovation and relevance allows her to craft novel solutions that bridge today's work with tomorrow's needs, positioning organizations for long-term success. Links: LinkedIn  Cybersecurity Consultancy

Susie Moon is a serial entrepreneur who loves to advocate for her clients, find helpful resources, and make business fun. At Susie Moon Consulting, she and her team help small business owners get in front of their ideal clients through connections, networking, and speaking opportunities. Uncovering leads, nurturing relationships, and keeping clients accountable are things that come naturally to her. Connect with Susie: https://linktr.ee/susiemoon

Brigitte Cutshall is an unabashed health advocate and passionate about encouraging others to lead their happiest, healthiest lives. Her goal is to "empower others not just to survive, but thrive," and encourages to focus on what's important to find your inner strength. She is the founder of Gemini Media, a creative enforcer, the host of Real Things Living podcast, and has authored several books. Website:  https://brigittecutshall.com Social Media Links: Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/brigittecutshall/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brigittecutshall/ YouTube – https://youtube.com/realthingsliving

Yennie Rautenberg-Loya is the founder of Rautenberg Coaching, a Latina-owned leadership development firm committed to cultivating the next generation of authentic leaders, prioritizing humanity, authenticity, collaboration, and inclusion over the unsustainable grind culture. Through customized coaching and training programs, Yennie helps leaders discover their unique voice and drive lasting, positive change within their organizations and beyond. Originally from Mexico City, Yennie is a bilingual (Spanish/English) and multicultural leadership coach, accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) as a Professional Certified Coach (PCC). With over three decades of global corporate experience and 20+ years in personal and talent development, she has partnered with teams worldwide across industries such as high-tech, consumer-tech, biotech, higher education, tourism, sports, non-profit, finance, media and entertainment. Yennie holds a Leadership Coaching Certification from the University of San Diego Sc

Rodolfo Carrillo – as Conscious Leadership Shaman he has developed the powerful SER model for achieving leadership of the fullest potential as well as, deep-sustainable personal mastery and organizational growth. Rodolfo has a very interesting and unique combination of business skills, experience and inner wisdom that triggers profound transformation through his work, which is motivated by his strong desire to serve others in their own personal and professional development. As an MBA graduate, Rodolfo has been involved in mentoring transformational leaders, business consulting and training for 20 years and has participated as an independent director in more than 25 business boards. He has also been meditating and in a personal and spiritual development path since he was 7 years old. He has travelled and given talks and workshops throughout the world, having visited more than 35 countries and also lived abroad in the United States and Spain. This gives him a very deep cultural sensibility, which he uses as lev

Dr. Lauren Noel is the founder of Shine Natural Medicine. She was awarded her Bachelor Degree in psychology from Biola University in La Mirada, California. During her undergraduate studies, she worked in an acupuncture clinic and discovered the beauty of natural medicine. She also developed a passion for nutrition and began pursuing a career that viewed “food as medicine.” To convert this passion to a career, Dr. Noel completed a four year graduate medical degree at the famed National College of Natural Medicine (NCNM) in Portland, Oregon. During her clinical years at NCNM, Dr. Noel interned at Outside In, a clinic that focuses on the health of at risk youth and homeless teens. As a medical student, Dr. Noel was hand picked as a member of the Presidential Ambassadors Leadership Society (PALS), and was a nominatee of the Leadership Award and the prestigious Benedict Lust award. She completed a one year internship in naturopathic/integrative cardiovascular and pulmonary medicine under the mentorship of Martin M

Dr. Patricia Suggs:   Leadership Development | Conflict Reconciliation Expert | Social Gerontologist | What's Next Strategist/Transformer | Professional Speaker/Women 55+ Coach Dr. Suggs helps professional women strengthen and enhance their leadership skills including:  self-confidence; imposter syndrome; self-sabotage; and conflict reconciliation.  In addition, she enables women 55+ to continue opening those glass doors, working through all the biases and achieving their passions and goals. Dr. Suggs has an extensive educational background:  M.Div., M.Ed., Ph.D. and certifications in Coaching, Conflict Reconciliation and Healing Touch; and she has done many presentations to scientific communities as well as leadership events and national spiritual events.  Her speaking experience spans over 40 years and she has 6 chapters in books, 1 published book, 3 international bestsellers, and all covering important topics for professional women.  Her experiences include lead pastor of several churches, Associate Profes

CarrieVee (Verrocchio) MBA, International Speaker,  Best Selling Author, Corporate and Non-Profit Consultant and Executive Coach works with those who desire less stress, greater profits and stronger relationships by tapping into unmatched communication and leadership skills. CarrieVee has been certified by the Maxwell Leadership Team as an executive leader in speaking, coaching and training as well as a certified DISC consultant. She is the founder of the Radical Empowerment Method - a program designed to walk people through the exact method she herself used to move from a life of feeling invisible to a life of empowered success and action. As well as an international Keynote speaker and Trainer, CarrieVee is a Toastmasters Semi-Finalist in the World Championship of Speaking.  She has been chosen to speak on the stage at the Maxwell International Conference.  CarrieVee has been featured in multiple media outlets and has spoken on stages to thousands of men and women. Website: www.carrievee.com

Who is Jill? I am very proud of my "reputation" – I'm known for being genuine, loyal, & having zest for life. I'm a natural born connector (some call it my superpower). I have been told people leave conversations with me feeling better than when they arrived, which makes my heart happy. After nearly dying in 2020 (if you ask, I'll tell you the story), I finally decided that it was time to design the life I wanted. And that's why I began POP_!_more. This endeavor is not my first entrepreneurial experience. I previously owned Inspired Marketing, a successful and award-winning full-service marketing and event planning company. My team and I served a vast array of clients in lots of industries including home improvement, financial planning, higher education, IT, fuel services, firearm manufacturing, and more. Today, in addition to POP_!_more, as a way to continue with my passion for marketing and events, I'm working with the incredible Chikmedia team as their part-time Associate Director of Marketing. Additi

"Reasons come first; answers later". This quote propels me towards growth. After six near death experiences, followed by the loss of his loving wife at a young age, it easy to say, "Why me?" Mortality is a major motivator for me: "life is fickle, so let each day we are alive, count". That's my refrain. So I focus on what fulfills me, which is to help others to live a life of no-excuses and no complaints about what is going on outside of them. I have had five start-ups, after I left Morgan Stanley as a Managing Director where I spent 18 years. My industry experience cuts across: securities markets, risk management, investment banking, FinTech, technology-enabled services and asset management. My  passion for personal development began 40 years ago. Each year, my goal is go deeper and outside my comfort zone. My personal transformation, however, has occurred multiple times. I came to the US with just $8 in my pocket, experienced a divorce by age 34, had six near-death experiences, including the 2004 Asian tsuna

As a dedicated wellness practitioner, I am passionate about guiding individuals towards their best selves emotionally, spiritually, and physically. With a multifaceted approach to health and wellbeing, I combine my expertise as a certified health coach, meditation instructor, Reiki Master Teacher, and personal trainer to offer comprehensive support for my clients. Author of "Pillars of Ascension" I am thrilled to share my insights and strategies in my book, "Pillars of Ascension, Tools to Attain Your Best Self Emotionally, Spiritually, and Physically." This work is a culmination of my journey and experiences, aiming to empower others to thrive through holistic wellbeing. Key Services: Health Coaching: Personalized programs to help clients achieve their health and fitness goals. Meditation Instruction: Guiding individuals in various meditation techniques to enhance mental clarity and emotional balance. Reiki Healing: Offering energy healing sessions to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Person

Yolanda Tate is a dynamic leader with a passion for technology and empowering others through wellness. As a U.S. Army veteran, she brings over 30 years of leadership and mentorship experience to her current role as a Program Manager and Certified SAFe Practice Consultant at Accenture Federal Services. Her adaptability and drive are evidenced by her seamless transition from military service to a thriving tech career. As a speaker, consultant, and owner of Elevate 2 Wellness, she relentlessly champions holistic wellness, empowering veterans, and tech professionals to achieve unstoppable success. Yolanda also leads as the Virginia Blacks in Technology -Chapter President headquartered in Fredericksburg. She fosters collective collaboration and action to unite businesses, veteran & women's organizations, and valuable resources to bridge the tech wealth gap and empower underrepresented communities. Her dedication also extends to promoting holistic wellness, recognizing that true success requires a balance of te

As the Managing Principal of Sine Qua Non (SQN) RE Advisors, I provide board advisory and private equity services to clients in the commercial real estate industry, with a focus on maximizing operating alpha. With over 7 years of experience in this role and 30 years in the industry in private and public companies , I have successfully led and executed multiple transactions, developments, and redevelopments, leveraging my skills and expertise in negotiation, due diligence, entitlements, and asset management. I have also established and maintained strong relationships with investors, partners, and stakeholders, as well as government and economic development agencies. In addition to my role at SQN RE Advisors, I am also the lead mentor of The Pipeline Women’s Networking Group, a program that connects students and professionals in the real estate industry, at Fox School of Business at Temple University and a member of The Goldie Initiative. I am passionate about mentoring, empowering, and influencing the next gen

Dr. Rhonda Simmons offers a unique blend of expertise that includes over 30 years in senior ministry and 15 years in education as a teacher and school principal. She is the founder/CEO of a nonprofit organization, The Simmons Empowerment Foundation Inc. (TSEFI). Its vision is to provide a home for unwed teen moms by offering safe housing and opportunities for personal growth and development. As a Master Certified Student Success Coach for TSEFI’s Dear Future Me: The Coaching Program®, Dr. Simmons empowers at-risk students through coaching sessions that are designed to improve their college, career, and military readiness. Additionally, Dr. Simmons leads a thriving coaching practice specifically for Christian women in ministry and leadership by helping them balance their marriages, ministries, and careers. Through all of Dr. Simmons’s coaching programs, she provides support and transformation for her clients that lead them to a place of selfdiscovery, wholeness, and empowerment. Dr. Simmons earned her Doctor o

Randye Kaye brings her work as a professional theater and improv actor to create the space and teach skills for human connection. She's also a radio broadcaster (formerly with a Top 40 Morning Show, now with an NPR affiliate), keynote speaker, podcast host, voiceover talent, audiobook narrator and author of two bestselling books, Happier Made Simple and Ben Behind His Voices. She's currently working on a solo show tentatively titled, "Cracks and All" and studies with comic Lisa Lampanelli. She's a musical theater junkie, and you can find her singing along, wearing overalls, as she attempts to cook. She does make a stupendous white chocolate cheesecake. Want to Chat? - https://calendly.com/randyekaye/meetingrandye

Born in Warsaw, Poland, Dr. Grazyna Pajunen's life exemplifies knowledge, innovation, and positive impact. With a Master's in Electronics from the Technical University in Warsaw and a Ph.D. in Automatic Control Systems from the Helsinki University of Technology, she spent 25 years teaching at Florida Atlantic University and UCLA. Her research in adaptive control systems earned her over 50 publications, 15 US patents at Motorola, and numerous speaking engagements. Passionate about biomedical advancements, Dr. Pajunen also excelled in entrepreneurship, authoring "Entrepreneur's Guide to Social Marketing Success" and "Biohacking Your Way to Wellness." She has spoken at major conferences like the International Esthetics, Cosmetic & Spa Conferences, the American Beauty Show, and the New Life Expo, inspiring audiences to take action. Fluent in English and Polish, she explains aging and its reversal in simple terms. Recently, Dr. Pajunen and her son Tony, a certified health coach, developed an anti-aging system

Are you ready to live your full potential and achieve unparalleled success? Amy Lemire has a passion to inspire others to reach new heights in sales leadership and personal development. She works with leaders and teams who want to sell more with confidence to maximize their magic. Amy has a passion for empowering individuals and teams to achieve excellence. To drive peak performance and leadership development, Amy inspires leaders and teams to win and provide the tools they need to lead, sell with confidence, and excel in their fields. Her focus is “the sales confidence code,” supporting others to master success habits. From a near death experience, Amy understands the power of self-confidence and how it can be your secret weapon to excel while experiencing more joy in your journey. Amy is an Og Mandino "Habitfinder" Leadership Coach and designated as a Certified Speaking Professional by the National Speakers Association, she is a distinguished Toastmaster and member of the National Speakers Association. She

Blandine Jean-Paul Adjunct Professor, Board Director and Vice President Marketing Ethos Cannabis Throughout her career, Blandine has crafted impactful strategies for some of the world's most recognizable brands, including Diageo's spirits portfolio (Smirnoff, Johnnie Walker, Baileys), Heineken, Red Stripe, Guinness, Hasbro, and ESPN. Currently, she serves as the VP of Brand and Marketing for Ethos Cannabis, a vertically integrated multi-state operator in the cannabis industry. Since joining, Blandine has restructured the marketing organization, focusing on ROI-driven initiatives guided by consumer insights. She has successfully launched new brands like Headliners and Eleven and rebranded Natural Selections and Meigs County. Additionally, she is spearheading Ethos’ digital transformation, enhancing agility and consumer engagement. In addition to her corporate role, Blandine has been an adjunct professor at Bridgewater State University for nearly two years, passionately supporting students in their journey to b

Speaking from the intersection of personal growth and professional breakthroughs, Tosca DiMatteo inspires us to ignite change through deeply understanding ourselves, and those we seek to influence. As founder of TOSCA Coaching & Consulting, Tosca is a teacher/ preacher/ speaker/ author who facilitates deep conversations - whether inside complex industries, as host of her podcast The Unlock Lab, or in more intimate settings. Tosca previously worked as a marketing executive for world-class brands including Unilever, Pepsi, Kimberly-Clark, Absolut Vodka, and Univision after earning her MBA from Michigan State University. Tosca's servant leadership journey began at Wegmans Food Markets as an ambitious cashier. Tosca is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC), accredited from the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and makes it her business to unearth potential, educate on human and hard skills, while simultaneously co-creating change that serves. The Result? More spaces that honor our shared humanity, and ac