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Sid Rao Sid Rao brings over two decades of technology leadership to his role as CEO of Positron Networks. Previously, he spent over a decade as Director and General Manager at AWS, where he pioneered real-time communication services and launched the Amazon Chime SDK. This technology now supports over 18 million daily active users across applications by Slack (Huddles), Intuit (TurboTax Live), and...

Sergio Alvarez Sergio Alvarez, CEO and Founder of Ai Media Group, is a pioneer in performance marketing and digital attribution. He founded the Blackstone-backed Ai Media Group in 2008, a full-service digital marketing agency with proprietary software that delivers comprehensive marketing solutions to clients. As a proud first-generation college graduate and bilingual son of Spanish immigrants, Al...

Susan Leger Ferraro Susan Leger Ferraro, author of SuperLoop: How Understanding Beliefs, Biology, and Behavior Creates A Business That Works For Everyone, is a pioneering entrepreneur and business innovator who has founded and led six multi-million-dollar ventures. Her work focuses on transformational leadership and employee well-being through socially conscious cultures and behavioral economics,...

Jochen "Jack" Wurfl Jack was born in 1932 in Germany to a Jewish mother and Catholic father. After living in Austria until 1936, his parents sent him and his brother Peter back to Berlin to stay with their Jewish grandparents, fearing Hitler’s invasion. As Nazi persecution intensified, their grandfather hid them in a summer camp run by Irma Franzen-Heinrichsdorff, a courageous German woman. Jack a...

Karla Trotman Karla Trotman is the president and CEO of Electro Soft, Inc. (ESI), a family-founded electronics manufacturing company. With degrees from Penn State and Drexel University, she built a strong foundation in logistics, purchasing, and e-commerce through roles at companies like Honeywell and IKEA. Her entrepreneurial spirit emerged when she launched the Belly Button Boutique, an online s...

Reg Malhotra Reg Malhotra is a globally renowned mindset trainer who helps individuals, including coaches, executives, athletes, and entrepreneurs, optimize performance, manage emotions, and reshape thought and behavior patterns. As the founder and CEO of Neuro Masters Academy, a multi-7-figure education company, Reg has assisted over 3,000 clients in overcoming negative behaviors and achieving su...

Holly Rollo Holly Rollo is a seasoned CEO, board member, and strategic advisor with over 30 years of experience in the technology industry. She specializes in transforming go-to-market strategies and repositioning product portfolios to navigate market disruptions, drive hyper-growth, and support equity transactions. Holly has led transformational initiatives for enterprise B2B companies across cyb...

Yuri Choi Yuri Choi is the CEO of Yuri Choi Coaching, a speaker, YouTuber, and author of Creating Your Own Happiness, along with 13 other books. As a performance coach for entrepreneurs, CEOs, and high achievers, she helps clients cultivate a powerful and abundant mindset to achieve their goals. Yuri focuses on clarity, emotional mastery, spirituality, and empowering habits, encouraging her client...

Asif Rehmani Digital transformation is a widely discussed concept, but many companies approach it incorrectly, leading to missed opportunities and inefficiencies. Asif Rehmani, CEO of VisualSP, a leading in-app digital adoption platform (DAP), highlights key pitfalls leaders face in this journey. Often, businesses focus on tools rather than people, expecting technology alone to drive success, whil...

Job Yeaton Job is a 27-year-old with a deep sense of responsibility and love for his family. Born to a military father and a teacher mother, he graduated with an associate degree in business management, specializing in marketing. As a single father, his daughter is the center of his world. In addition to being a devoted parent, Job supports his mother, who faces multiple health challenges, by help...

Lyle Greenfield Lyle Greenfield is a man of many experiences. He’s worked in landscaping, construction, door-to-door sales, and a brewery before starting his career as a copywriter in NYC. Greenfield has served as president of the Long Island Wine Council, started a music production company in New York, is a founding member and former president of the Association of Music Producers (AMP). Greenfie...

Dr. Dravon James Transformation specialist, Dr. Dravon James, is the Founder and Director of Everyday Peace. She is the author of Freedom is Your Birthright, host of Dr. Dravon James Everyday Peace on MindBodySpirit.fm, coach on the SiriusXM Road Dog Trucking Show, and an actress whose career credits include a recurring role on HBO’s acclaimed The Wire. A leader in the healthcare industry for more...

Paul Fayad Paul Fayad, MSA, is the acclaimed author of Shaping a Winning Team and the co-founder of Positive Leader and ELM Learning. With over four decades of experience in organizational behavior, Fayad has been instrumental in founding and leading numerous companies. His expertise lies in fostering effective team dynamics and leadership strategies, which have made him a sought-after consultant...

Bryan Flanagan Professionally, Bryan spent 29 years at the Zig Ziglar Corporation, where he served as a speaker, trainer, and Vice President of Development. Following this tenure, he founded the Flanagan Training Group, dedicating over a decade to teaching sales methodologies and helping clients master the "11 Vital Skills of Effective Presentations." Bryan's expertise continues to bring value to...

Shane Walsh Shane Walsh grew up in his family’s construction business, where he developed a deep appreciation for property renovation and development. After serving in the Marine Corps, he became a homeowner and real estate investor, facing challenges like managing contractor accountability and funding materials. These experiences led him to create Home Equity Invoice Agreements (HEIA), a system t...

Dr. Clark Gamblin Dr. T. Clark Gamblin, a renowned cancer surgeon and testicular cancer survivor, will participate in the World Marathon Challenge in January 2025 to support the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation (TCAF). This grueling event involves running seven marathons on seven continents in seven consecutive days. Starting in Antarctica on January 31, 2025, the challenge will take Dr. Gam...

Michel Falcon Michel Falcon is a hospitality entrepreneur behind successful restaurants in Toronto and New York. Not a chef, he specializes in operational excellence, company culture, and top-tier customer experiences. Before diving into restaurants, Michel was a solo consultant, advising major brands like JP Morgan Chase, Verizon, Subway, and Lexus. Michel launched Brasa Peruvian Kitchen during t...

Dr. Eric Wengrowski Dr. Eric Wengrowski is an innovative entrepreneur and expert in Computer Vision and Machine Learning, currently serving as the founder and CEO of Steg AI. With a Ph. D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Rutgers University, Eric has honed his expertise in photographic steganography, computational photography, and deep learning. His academic journey includes a post-doct...

Jerremy Newsome Jerremy has often been referred to as 'the Tony Robbins of the stock market.' A devoted husband, proud father of three, and an accomplished Ironman and ultra-endurance athlete, Jerremy is now a highly sought-after liquid market specialist. With a proven track record and exceptional expertise in stocks, options, and cryptocurrencies, his skills and talents have earned him recognitio...

Barry Conchie Barry Conchie is the founder and president of Conchie Associates. He is an expert in psychometric talent assessments, leadership research and development, team building, and succession planning. Barry consults with company boards, CEOs, and leadership teams of leading organizations across the globe. He researches leadership effectiveness and decision-making heuristics from his home o...

Carey Conley In her 3 decades as a successful business owner, Carey Conley became an expert in helping business owners define their vision for their lives. She has since turned her own vision into a deeper mission after the devastating loss of both her husband and her son to suicide. Turning her profound grief into a powerful crusade against the stigma of mental illness and suicide, Carey has laun...

Muneeb Mushtaq Muneeb Mushtaq, a Canadian-Pakistani serial entrepreneur, is revolutionizing wellness through neuroscience and AI-powered scent technology. As the founder and inventor of Airzai, he blends advanced aromachology with smart home innovations to promote emotional well-being and mood regulation. Backed by renowned figures such as Grammy-winner Drake and celebrated therapist Marisa Peer,...

Laney Goff Laney Goff is the EVP of Strella Social Media and a social media expert with over 10 years of experience in the industry. Having found success across multiple niches on Instagram and TikTok as an influencer and content creator, Laney brings a unique perspective to her work. With a communications degree and a knack for blending creativity with strategy, she helps brands stand out and cul...

David Williams David is the co-founder of Teamhired.com which is a dedicated recruiting company that successfully staffs insurance agencies around the country, 15 million in real estate/Airbnbs, Strategic Partner in Ricochet360, and Co-Founder of Jarvi a software that automates the hiring and training process in any organization powered by AI. David is also a firm believer in philanthropy and Davi...