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I'm an author, speaker, and consultant in the fields of user experience, startup strategy, and career development for women, especially in technical fields. I consider myself an unabashed practial-ist when about helping teams create digital products that people actually like and want to use. I started at Amazon as a UX leader, went on to a nutty and busy consulting career with dozens of companies...

Bonnie D'Arcangelo is a clinical herbalist and holistic health consultant with a Master of Science in Herbal Medicine and is a certified Aromatherapist with the National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy. She is the co-founder of AEtherbal (Ee-th-herbal) and the founder of Veusebeia (Veh-you-say-bee-ya) Phytotherapy Center. She is the herbal formulator of AEtherbal's topical products that blend...

Tom Fox is the Voice of Compliance, having founded the only podcast network in compliance, the award-winning Compliance Podcast Network . It currently has 60 podcasts. Tom has won multiple awards for podcast hosting and producing and was honored with a Webby for his series Looking Back on 9/11. He is an Executive leader at the C-Suite Network, the world's most trusted network of C-Suite leaders. H...

Josh Bledsoe is a dedicated leader serving in both the civilian and military sectors. As a key member of Dale Carnegie, the world's top training and development organization, Josh is helping shape global strategies while prioritizing time with his family. He's also a Squadron Commander in the U.S. Air Force, leading a diverse team of 75 defenders in Charlotte, where his leadership is grounded in h...

Host of Future of Fitness Podcast + Founder of Podcast Collective Eric Malzone is the mastermind behind Podcast Collective and the Future of Fitness podcast, where he transforms fitness, health, and wellness brands into industry leaders. With a background in corporate America and successful ventures in gym ownership, Eric has become a prominent voice in the industry, hosting over 700 interviews wi...

Yvonne Trost is the co-founder of LimitlessYou , a transformational coaching company dedicated to helping high-achieving professionals break free from subconscious limitations and create deeply fulfilling lives and relationships. With a background in corporate leadership and personal development, Yvonne knows firsthand the pressures of success, the toll it takes on personal well-being, and the str...

Dan Clouser is an author, blogger, podcast host, inspirational speaker, and consultant with a powerful mission rooted in storytelling, service, and personal transformation. For over 30 years, Dan served as the founder and director of the Berkshire Baseball & Softball Club , which later evolved into the  BIG Vision Foundation . Through managing youth teams, organizing tournaments, and overseeing a...

Danielle Bernock is an international, award-winning independent author, speaker, trauma-informed faith-based self-love coach, former podcast host, founder of 4F Media, and creator of the S.E.L.F.© process for life transformation. As a childhood trauma survivor, Danielle combines her personal journey with professional expertise to lead others into the transformation they long for through her books,...

Travis I. Sivart is a prolific author of Fantasy, Science Fiction, Social DIY, and more. He's created The Traverse Reality, a shared universe that connects his cyberpunk, fantasy, and steampunk worlds, and writes characters who come to life. Travis I. Sivart has been writing and telling stories since he was a young child. Perhaps it was inevitable that he would call grappling with words and langua...

Osvaldo Aponte is a highly credentialed fitness professional and educator, originally from Puerto Rico, with a passion for empowering individuals to achieve peak performance. With a Bachelor degree from San Diego State University and an extensive military background as a U.S. Army Sergeant, Osvaldo's approach is rooted in discipline, precision, and evidence-based practices. He holds an impressive...

Rebecca Whitman is an international best-selling author , award-winning speaker, and highly sought-after Magnetic Abundance Mentor . A proud Princeton University graduate (with honors), Rebecca has been named Life Coach of the Year and Empowered Woman of the Year by the International Association of Top Professionals. In 2024, USA Today listed her among the Top 5 Entrepreneurs to Watch . She is the...

Paul Andrew Skidmore is a Tennessee-based author, filmmaker, and creative storyteller whose work spans books, films, audiobooks, and podcasts. He is best known for titles like God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen , Kindling , Ciao Bella , and The Darkness Rolled Over Her . Notably, The Darkness Rolled Over Her has been adapted into a feature film , produced and directed by Skidmore himself, with a schedule...

Max Shippee grew up in rural Maine and knows the woods well. His own journey took him to Hollywood, California by way of Oklahoma, Nevada, Texas, DC, and even Bali, Indonesia. For the last 20 years, he has been busy as an actor, a gym owner, a husband, and a father. Along the way, he's had some stories brewing in that silver-haired head of his. He thought he best write them down. You can find his...

Cathy Colver Garland, oldest daughter of Dr. Randy Colver, has published Revelationship: Transformative Intimacy With Christ (Enroute Books & Media, Fall 2024) and Revelationship Devotional & Study Guide (Enroute Books & Media, December 2024). Available on Amazon, http://Revelationship.net , and other fine retailers. She also writes  Gracefull Musings , a blog providing women a moment of rest and...

I am a writer in New York City where I live with my family, surrounded by books, records, CDs—and a lot of snacks. I am an editor at  Lilith Magazine  and have been a journalist for many publications (some that still exist and others that no longer exist!), reporting on activism and culture, and writing essays, cultural criticism, and the occasional opinion piece. THE SINGER SISTERS , born out of...

Art recently published his first book, "Making SEAMless Sales," based on twenty-five years of presales and sales enablement expertise after twenty years of industry and sales experience. The book helps sales professionals in B2B industries increase annual recurring revenue, total contract value, and margin by being laser-focused on client success, from hello to commission. Art began in engineering...

Patrick W. Naughton Jr. is a Lieutenant Colonel in the US Army and a military historian. Currently he is an instructor at the US Army's Command and General Staff College (CGSC) at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. Patrick is also currently serving as a Fellow with the Simons Center for Ethical Leadership and InterAgency Cooperation, a program of the CGSC Foundation. In addition to various tactical, operat...

Dr. Jen O'Ryan is a consultant and strategist specializing in Human and Organizational Behavior. She combines a PhD in Human Behavior with 15 years of experience instigating change at Fortune 100 companies and a few small-but-mighty startups. Jen's background in the technology sector includes designing new experiences for customers, transforming enterprise-wide workflows, and making order out of c...

Bill Gruber is an accomplished CEO, leadership expert, and author of The Leadership Blueprint: A Guide for Building and Leading a High-Performing Team . With over 20 years of experience in the medical device industry, Bill has raised more than $80 million in venture capital, spearheaded innovative product launches, and led strategic exits totaling over $270 million. He's known for his expertise in...

Rosanne is a seasoned yoga teacher with over 20 years of experience and a recognized expert in the chakra energy system . Her passion for sharing the ancient wisdom of the chakras led to the creation of The Chakra Way —a holistic platform dedicated to helping individuals achieve balance, clarity, and spiritual alignment. Through The Chakra Way , Rosanne offers: Online courses rooted in chakra heal...

Vicki is originally from Pittsburgh and had spent over 40 years in the corporate world before retiring in 2018. Vicki spent the last 17 years of that career as a Project Manager for large scale, multi-year programs. Volunteering is a huge part of her life and one reward of that was to be selected as one of the 1996 Olympic Torch Relay runners. In 2017, just prior to early retirement, she joined Ne...

Stephen Box is a Faith-Based Health & Habits Coach and founder of Unshakable Habits. After losing 80 lbs and transforming his own life, he dedicated himself to helping Christian men strengthen their faith, health, and discipline through sustainable habits. A National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach with over a decade of experience, Stephen teaches men how to align their daily routines with...

Jenny Severson, Ed. D. is an award winning teacher and principal. She began her teaching career in Chicago, Illinois, named principal at the age of 26. Her latest book  The Playbook is about movement and the effect size that comes with engaging  kinesthetic learning, "when the bum is numb, the brain is dumb!" She's written 4 books and worked with 100's of school districts all over the globe, impro...

Adam Malone  is a leadership consultant, corporate keynote speaker, and father of five, known as  "The Tenacious Operator."  After a 20-year career in the corporate world—17 years with one company where he rose from analyst to VP—Adam left in 2024 to pursue his passion for  helping high performers become great leaders of resilient teams. His mission is to help leadership teams and mid-level manage...

Tim Stout is a seasoned entrepreneur, sought-after speaker, coach, and former professional fighter. He has been a guest on HGTV House Hunters, American Dream TV Selling Atlanta, and Robert Kiyosaki's The Rich Dad Channel. He brings over 35 years of experience in combat sports and over 22 years in business leadership. With a strong presence on Social Media, Tim attracts self defense students, inves...