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Bennie S. Covington is a seasoned professional dedicated to helping businesses, nonprofits, Fortune 500 companies, and global organizations align their culture with mission-critical goals, paving the way for success in the global market. Drawing on expertise in Agile principles, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and adult learning theory, Bennie crafts tailored strategies that drive impactful change. With a global mindset, Bennie has mentored leaders and managers across the U.S., Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, and Belgium. His commitment to excellence was recognized in 2017 when he ranked in the top 10% of global leadership development programs by HR.com, particularly in executive coaching, team development, and new leader development. In 2022 he was acknowledged by the Money and Law 2.0 Conference for his contributions to the field of Finance. He was also featured in CIO Views Magazine as 1 of 10 Most Influencial HR Executives to Watch in 2023. Formerly serving as the Chief People Officer at Integrated Financ

Professor Pete Alexander is the President of the greatest interior landscaping company in the San Francisco Bay Area - Office Plants by Everything Grows. In addition, he has served as an adjunct college professor for several universities, where he helped inspire thousands of students to develop and apply key concepts of marketing specifically to their area of interest. He's also a TEDx speaker and best-selling author on reducing stress - helping transform burned out unhappy workers, which costs U.S. businesses $1.9 trillion in lost productivity(1), into engaged employees. Lastly, but certainly not least, he is a certified Laughter Yoga leader and improv comedy cast member, supporting his community to laugh more and stress less. (1) https://www.gallup.com/workplace/608675/new-workplace-employee-engagement-stagnates.aspx Website: https://PeteAlexander.com pete.alexander@gmail.com https://LaughMoreLiveBetter.com

After an amazing career as a TV/Film editor and visual effects artist, I decided to strike out on my own and run my own video production company. The road proved to be incredibly difficult until I dove deep into self-help and I made critical adjustments in the way I thought and viewed the world around me. I went from being a business failure to being a successful businessperson in less than 3 years. I always knew I wanted to work in creative services, so I worked hard to become an editor for CNN early in my career. After that, I worked hard toward becoming a top-level session editor and worked with some of the largest ad agencies, PR firms, and political consultants in the United States. Then once I started my own video production company, my dreams of a better life seemed to unravel. My skills were clearly solid but struggled to be profitable.  I felt frustrated and helpless, and I had worked too hard to let my dreams slip away. I dove into business literacy and got great coaching.   This allowed me to ident

John Spender is a 35-time International Best Selling co-author, who didn't learn how to read and write at a basic level until he was ten years old. He has since traveled the world, started many businesses leading him to create the best-selling book series A Journey Of Riches. He is an Award Winning International Speaker and Movie Maker. John worked as an international NLP trainer and has coached thousands of people from various backgrounds through all sorts of challenges. From the borderline homeless to very wealthy individuals, he has helped many people to get in touch with their truth to create a life on their terms. John's search for answers to living a fulfilling life has taken him to work with Native American Indians in the Hills of San Diego, the forests of Madagascar, swimming with humpback whales in Tonga, exploring the Okavango Delta of Botswana and the Great Wall of China. He's traveled from Chile to Slovakia, Hungary to the Solomon Islands, the mountains of Italy and the streets of Mexico. Everywhe

Cindy Saylor is an NLP-certified coach, author, and podcast host who empowers individuals to transform their lives by improving the most essential conversation of all—the one they have with themselves. Cindy's journey in self-discovery and resilience began with overcoming her own challenges with dyslexia, a gift she now considers her "superpower." Through her coaching, she guides clients toward self-acceptance, clarity, and empowered communication, emphasizing that the inner dialogue shapes everything we do. As the creator and host of Soulful Saturdays with Saylor, Cindy brings her insights and compassionate voice to a growing community, offering weekly reflections on self-compassion, spiritual wellness, and personal growth. With her own experience as proof, Cindy inspires others to reframe their limitations into strengths, embrace self-compassion, and build a life of joy and fulfillment. Whether through her coaching or podcast, Cindy is committed to helping people tap into their inner resilience and realize

Jade Hwang is a dynamic and influential public and keynote speaker renowned for her expertise as a martial arts master, empowerment specialist, team leader and entrepreneur.  Jade is the co-founder of KBX PHX a kickboxing studio that focuses on strengthening the community and transforming lives through the philosophy and wisdom of martial arts. With a lifelong dedication to martial arts, Jade was one of the youngest to earn the title of Master through the International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF).  Master Jade was the first woman inducted into the Korean Martial Arts Hall of Fame for her contributions as a competitor of the US National Taekwon-Do Team (1995-2003).  In 2023 she served as the Head Coach of Team USA (ITF). Jade's impact reaches far and wide as she conducts engaging workshops and seminars internationally, inspiring countless people to develop self-confidence, resilience, and the ability to protect themselves. She has worked with community and business leaders, athletes, celebrities and educationa

I'm Terry, All-around Good Dude at the Coalition for Human Kindness, and now with the release of Here Come The Nothing Heads, I'm a poet-philosopher too. I also make a pretty mean chocolate cobbler. My best-selling books have received rave reviews from around the world for the understandable, actionable, effective ideas and entertaining stories they contain. I've appeared in Forbes and Automotive News, stood in front of audiences from coast to coast as speaker at TedX and national conventions, and I only take the stage to do two things – change lives and chew gum; I'm all out of gum. I've worked with thousands of small businesses mostly car dealers, but also with the odd fireworks stand and/or pentagon defense contractor along the way. I offer proven marketing strategies that put the right words in the right order to tell the right story and make the cash register ring. My wife Mary and I have not killed each other one single time in almost 40 years of marriage, and we added three pretty decent adult human be

Rhiannon Rees is an award-winning business coach turned filmmaker who dared to follow her true passion. After 15 years of helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses, she had a life-changing realization—she couldn't leave her dreams behind. This led her to pursue acting and film production in her 50s, pushing through uncertainty and financial challenges. Now, with multiple films in the pipeline and her first Hollywood executive producer credit, Rhiannon proves it's never too late to chase your dreams. Her journey of resilience, faith, and personal growth inspires others to embrace their passions fearlessly. LI; https://www.linkedin.com/in/cccrhiannonrees/  Previous Episode 865 (2016)

Anna McAfee is a Community Educator, LinkedIn™ Trainer and Author.  She co-founded the #LinkedInLocal movement, an initiative to connect offline in real life that spread to 90+ countries in 22 months.  Anna helps people and brands looking to create and scale their own communities and build better and more authentic connections and spaces of belonging. She has a unique background in social media and recruitment and works with values-based organisations to build their digital communities on LinkedIn. www.annamcafee.com.au https://www.linkedin.com/in/annamcafee/ E: hello@annamcafee.me Previous Episode 2144 (2019)

Rusti first appeared as a storyteller on Popcorn Playhouse at six years old, continuing to write privately after traumatic events in her teens turned life into a maze. After four encouraging University professors, she took her writing and story-telling seriously. From performing in the Stroll of Poets, she went on to write for newspapers and magazines, and win short story and poetry contests. Rusti has been published in numerous literary journals. As a global editor, book and writing coach, using her collaborative/immersive editing methods, writers both novice and seasoned, craft and tweak their writing projects going on to become published. She has edited international best-selling compilation books. She has facilitated writing events for the Edmonton Youth Emergency Shelter, the Boyle Street McCauley Centre for disenfranchised women and volunteered with Federally Sentenced women. Currently, Rusti is most often found glued to her desk, and devotes time to her own writing projects, though she sneaks out to ap

Innovative and collaborative Scientist with scientific expertise, proven expertise in problem solving QC and adverse events. Extensive experience in analytical method development/validation, process improvement, and tech transfer in Heme, Cell based assay development, CAR-T binding, and Flow Cytometry panels in both BSL-2 and BSL-3 facilities. Demonstrated ability to work across multiple functions internally and externally (suppliers, customers, R&D) while delivering successful outcomes in a fast-paced environment despite changing management needs. Recognized with Leadership Award (Inspire 2021) for effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously in a matrix organization using excellent organizational skills, and positively impacting business culture and skills of hundreds of fellow employees. Expert at building relationships at all levels within the organization as well as within vendors and external partners/partners Open to partnership with innovative fast moving companies in CAR-T therapies and

Lana McAra is an award-winning author and ghostwriter of 45 titles through traditional publishing with a million books sold. She has been teaching how to write fiction for 20 years. Lana currently serves as the president of the Northeast Florida Chapter of Sisters in Crime and host of The Fiction Writer's Podcast with Lana McAra. Lana won The Christy Award, The Book Excellence Award and The Literary Titan Silver Book Award for her historical novel Reaping the Whirlwind by Rosey Dow and her mystery series, Colorado by Rosey Dow, sold more than 250,000 copies. This year she released The Englewood Medium: Shaken But Not Stirred by Lana McAra, a paranormal cozy mystery involving six quirky woo-woo women who meet weekly for meditation. Go to www.LanaMcAra.com to download your free video and ebook: “Your Novel Notebook: How to organize your materials and take your novel to the next level.” Social Media links: Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/lana.mcara2 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanamcara/ YouTube:ht

I am recognized worldwide as a leading expert in burnout syndrome, backed by over seven years of extensive clinical research and practical experience in this field. My academic credentials include both a Master’s and a Doctorate specializing in the treatment of burnout, through which I have developed the pioneering treatment model for the syndrome. My research will be published in the world’s top leading medical journals this year. As a Registered Psychologist and a dedicated researcher, I provide direct patient care, conducting groundbreaking research, and sharing my expertise through speaking engagements and publications. My dedication to providing scientifically proven insights, strategies, and techniques to combat burnout syndrome empowers individuals and organizations to foster a healthier, more balanced, and resilient workforce. www.drfarrell.com contact@drfarrell.com

Dr. Jennifer Ruthensteiner, a restorative physician and lifelong seeker of true, vibrant health, brings over 20 years of experience to her integrative family practice patients, worldwide coaching clients, and various online channels. As the founder and CEO of Reboot Center for Innovative Medicine, she provides membership-based, root-cause care that combines biohacking, restorative medicine, and nutrigenomics to reverse disease and optimize wellness. Dr. Ruthensteiner's expert approach includes advanced methods like detoxification, lymphatic support, hormone balancing, cellular rejuvenation, and metabolic therapies, blending cutting-edge science and new technologies with time-tested natural medicines. Passionate about empowering her patients, she shares her expertise through public speaking, group visits, and personalized consultations to help them reclaim their health and live life to the fullest. My company website is rebootcenter.com; my social handles are /rebootcenter and @‌rebootcenter.

Rob Kalwarowsky is the world's foremost expert on toxic leadership. He's a world renowned executive coach, speaker and he's the author of a provocative book, Antidote for the A$$Hole Boss.  Rob is known for his ability to transform leaders through their mindset, power & influence strategies and research-backed leadership techniques so they can accomplish their biggest goals. Rob's website - https://www.robkalwarowsky.com/ Rob's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kalwarowsky/

I'm Sher Downing, EdTech Strategist, Founder and CEO of Downing EdTech Consulting and Host of the podcast, EdTech Speaks. I started my company in 2018 to assist others in creating better experiences in online learning and creating their space in the EdTech industry. From entrepreneurs to small business owners to companies, we've spent the last six years helping others to understand and adopt technological advances combined with their own expertise to create exciting products and services. In 2019 I began the EdTech Speaks Podcast, focusing on the intersection of business, technology, education and people. We've hosted over fifty guests to focus on companies, entrepreneurs, educators and services, providing our audience with access to new technologies, understanding trends, and new products to review. My company has resulted in awards for EdTech Leadership Finalist and our podcast has earned EdTech Trendsetter Finalist. I was featured in the 2024 50 over 50 Project focusing on women, the Top 50 Women Leaders i

Your expert realtor and Best Friend in Denver, dedicated to making your home buying or selling experience seamless with top-notch negotiation and a deep network. A creative through of woodworking, gaming, and culinary adventures, I bring a unique blend of passion and expertise to every meeting. With accolades in sales and a heart for adventure, I'm here to guide you to your dream home, making every step an enriching journey. Let's embark on this path together! W: HappyHomesInCO.com Contact Info: nick@nickrizzi.com

Nikki is a functional nutritionist and health detective on a mission to revolutionize health. She specializes in conquering GI dysfunction, navigate the challenges of autoimmune conditions, and empower women and couples on their preconception journey to pregnancy and growing their family. Nikki is not just focused on the present but dedicated to creating awareness about how our choices today shape the health of future generations. Nikki is a guide as she works with clients to uncover the root causes of health issues, tailor an individualized nutrition and lifestyle plan, and pave the way for a healthier, more vibrant future. After facing personal health challenges that significantly impacted every aspect of her life and grappling with the frustration of helplessness due to the lack of answers, she made the decision to take control of her health. Through continuous research across various health disciplines, she gradually discovered the solutions, ultimately becoming her own health detective. Nikki helps clien

DR. NOAH ST. JOHN is known worldwide as "The Father of AFFORMATIONS®" and creator of The 12-Week Breakthrough. Legendary Executive Coach, Iconic Keynote Speaker and #1 Bestselling Author Noah St. John, Ph.D. is recognized as “The Father of AFFORMATIONS®” and “The Mental Health Coach to The Stars.” Noah St. John is recognized as one of the most requested, in-demand business and motivational keynote speakers and executive coaches in the world. He is the only author in history to have works published by Hay House, HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, Mindvalley, Nightingale-Conant and the Chicken Soup for the Soul publisher. He's also the author of 25 books including his NEW book, "The 7-Figure Expert: Your Ultimate Guide to a Life of More Impact, Influence and Financial Freedom -- and you can get a FREE copy at 7FigureExpertBook.com Noah has also delivered over 1,000+ presentations for corporations, associations, business groups, colleges, universities and youth organizations worldwide. Noah St. John speaks for

Brandon is a Bank on Yourself professional, proud dad, author, CEO, and business owner. As a seasoned expert infinancial planning, he leverages his diverse skill set to help clients navigate toward a more stable financial future. Through insightful contributions on his podcast, Brandon shares strategies and principles of Bank on Yourself, empowering individuals to take control of their financial futures. As a dedicated leader, he guides clients towards long-term prosperity and security. Links: https://web.facebook.com/WealthWisdomFinancial https://www.youtube.com/c/wealthwisdomfinancial https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wealth-wisdom-financial-podcast/ Email: brandon@wealthwisdomfp.com