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Michael Walzer is a retired middle and junior high school education teacher in the Akron School District, as well as a retired coach. Known by his former students as “Coach Mike”, his career spanned over three decades. Even after his career in education, he has remained an active and engaging member of the community.

Barry Childs is the founder of the non-profit Africa Bridge, an NGO dedicated to transforming the lives of vulnerable children and their families. He is also the author of ‘And the Children Shall Lead Us’

Adam Zentner is an attorney who has been in practice for only about fifteen years yet has managed to make a name for himself and skyrocketed to a top position and a firm of his own

Atiya Perkins, the creative mind behind Atiya’s Awesome Adventures, is changing the way people experience travel with her deeply personalized travel agency. Founded with a passion for creating unforgettable experiences, Atiya’s Awesome Adventures ensures that every journey feels unique and cherished

Tashin Azad is a healthcare business analyst at Centene Corporation, a prestigious position that he has held since 2022

GriffonRawl Combat Sports & Fitness, the premier combat sports and fitness gym in Northeastern Ohio, is excited to announce its recent expansion to include programs and facilities catering to all ages and abilities. Owned and operated by renowned MMA fighter Jason “Dynamite” Dent, the gym exemplifies a commitment to fitness, self-defense, family, and community well-being

Dani Diercks Farrell is an accomplished lawyer who practices in a distinct area of family law related to children and is often their guardian and hero. Diercks Law is distinguished as a trusted firm with child centered roles like Child Legal Representative, Counsel for Youth and Guardian ad Litem

Lisa Gurdin, founder and CEO of LSGurdin Consulting LLC, has dedicated her career to empowering parents and school professionals by providing them with the mindsets, skills, resources, and confidence they need to foster nurturing and supportive environments for neurodiverse children at home and at school

Jennifer Nestell, Ph. D., offers a healing and empowerment practice located in New Hampshire. Specializing in innovative approaches to trauma recovery and personal growth, Dr. Jen combines nature-based models and cognitive strategies to help individuals achieve profound self-awareness and healing

Northstar Network and ReBox Foundation, founded by visionary entrepreneur Kenneth L. Daniel Jr., are excited to announce their innovative efforts to transform the landscape of strategic consultancy, brand empowerment, and social change

David Hoff is a celebrated attorney from Paris, Illinois whose career ran nearly 50 years, from joining as an associate in 1975 and later becoming a partner in a law firm in Paris, to joining the United States Attorney’s Office for the Central District of Illinois, in 1986 until his retirement, in August 2024

Michael Walzer is a retired middle and junior high school education teacher in the Akron School District, as well as a retired coach. Known by his former students as “Coach Mike”, his career spanned over three decades.

Professional Hearing Management, a leading provider of hearing health services founded by audiologist Dr. Vasilike Rauch, is proud to announce its new suite of advanced audiologist services designed to address the link between untreated hearing loss and cognitive decline

Dr. Margaret Moore-Hart is a retired educator whose passion focuses on teaching literacy (reading and writing) for students studying to become teachers in the elementary classroom. She retired from Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti, MI, in 2010, where she served as a tenured professor for decades teaching reading and writing classes

Barry Childs is the founder of the non-profit Africa Bridge, an NGO dedicated to transforming the lives of vulnerable children and their families

Amid the ever-evolving landscape of modern education and entrepreneurial endeavors, Barry Kent Fingerhut stands at the forefront with a unique perspective. As an esteemed educator and author, he has dedicated his life to fostering entrepreneurial thinking and innovation, both essential components in today’s dynamic landscape

Dr. Monica Nicoll is a top-notch Psychotherapist and owner of Resilience Counseling and Training Center

Renowned watercolor artist and Artist in Residence at Chicago’s Field Museum of Natural History, Peggy Macnamara is captivating audiences with her unique blend of art and science

Founded by Dr. Vasilike Rauch, Professional Hearing Management is a leader in audiological care, offering expert services tailored to address hearing loss and tinnitus. The practice provides advanced diagnostic evaluations, personalized treatment plans, and collaborates with other specialists to deliver comprehensive care

Celebrating a remarkable career spanning decades, Jesse Hunt, Jr., an esteemed marine geologist, spotlights his extensive contributions to environmental science, both locally and globally

@CHOICE Coaching and Consulting LLC, founded by esteemed Master Credentialed Coach, Chéri S. Allen, is thrilled to announce their signature coaching program, the DIVA Breakthrough Experience for wealth-creating, primary breadwinning women, serving as the center of gravity for their families – financially, strategically, energetically and emotionally

Bruce Ellig is recognized as the ultimate guru for wage and compensation strategies, and more specifically for executive compensation. His career spans 6 decades, and his ability to strategically design compensation programs began when he was an HR leader at Pfizer

Michael Walzer is a retired middle and junior high school education teacher in the Akron School District, as well as a retired coach. Known by his former students as “Coach Mike”, his career spanned over three decades

Barry Childs is the founder of the non-profit Africa Bridge, an NGO dedicated to transforming the lives of vulnerable children and their families

Dr. Emanuel Ajala, a distinguished bio-medical researcher and pathophysiological investigator, continues to make significant strides in the fight against some of the world’s most lethal diseases, including breast cancer, HIV infection, and the Ebola virus. Operating independently and drawing on decades of experience, Dr. Ajala is developing innovative methodologies that can reshape how infectious...