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Cameron George Cameron George is the founder of TRU KAVA, a brand focused on providing high-quality kava products as a natural alternative to alcohol. His journey started after battling a serious autoimmune condition that left him unable to function for almost a decade. Determined to regain his health, he spent years researching alternative therapies and exploring functional medicine. Cameron's pa...

Don Spillane Don Spillane, born and raised on the South Coast of England, served as a young detective with Scotland Yard in the 1960s and 1970s, working in the Whitechapel and Bethnal Green areas—Jack the Ripper's old territory. During his career, he investigated numerous crimes, including murders and robberies, while gaining invaluable experience from senior officers who had been involved in majo...

Jake Kelfer, Jake Kelfer is the founder of Big Idea To Bestseller, a premier book publishing company that assists entrepreneurs and executives in writing, publishing, launching, and marketing nonfiction books to boost business growth and make a lasting impact. As a 4x bestselling author, motivational speaker, and investor, Jake brings high energy and enthusiasm to his work, inspiring others to cre...

Kate Griggs Kate Griggs is a British social entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Made By Dyslexia, a global charity dedicated to changing the way the world perceives dyslexia. Over the course of her career, she has campaigned tirelessly for the recognition of 'Dyslexic Thinking,' which led to it being added to the dictionary and recognized as a skill on LinkedIn, gaining 10,000 profile addition...

Donovan Ryckis Donovan Ryckis is the award-winning founder and CEO of Ethos Benefits, a firm that pioneers fiduciary-driven health insurance strategies for employers nationwide. Along with his wife and business partner, Chelsea, Donovan has developed an innovative approach that eliminates fraud, waste, and abuse from employer healthcare plans while increasing savings for both employers and employe...

Jeffrey Chau Jeff Chau is a leading figure in the mobile esports industry, currently serving as the Global Esports Director at Razer, where he leads the brand’s esports strategy. With extensive experience in competitive esports, Jeff has been instrumental in shaping the mobile esports landscape. He founded Clan Royale League (CRL) in 2016, one of the first team-based leagues for mobile games, and...

Herman Dolce, Jr. Herman Dolce, Jr. is a credit educator and the founder of Bella Sloan Enterprises, which he established in 2017. Holding a Master’s Degree in Human Services from Lincoln University and a Baccalaureate Degree in Business Communication from Temple University, Herman's company focuses on educating clients on building and structuring legal businesses, repairing personal credit, and l...

Miles Schwartz Miles Schwartz is the CEO and co-founder of Zūm Rails, a fintech company valued at $500M, working with major players like Visa, Mastercard, and Fiserv. His entrepreneurial journey began at Salesforce, where an eye-opening ping pong match made him realize that the traditional 9-5 lifestyle wasn’t for him. Driven by a desire for something different, he joined a startup in a sales role...

Katie Krimitsos Katie Krimitsos is the founder and CEO of the Women’s Meditation Network, a family of 20 meditation podcasts designed to help women and children find peace, presence, and purpose through guided meditations. Her podcasts collectively receive an average of 4 million downloads each month, making them a popular resource for listeners worldwide seeking stress relief, better sleep, and i...

Terence Mauri Terence Mauri is a global authority on leadership, AI, and disruption, and the founder of the Hack Future Lab think tank. As an acclaimed author, Mauri has been at the forefront of a movement encouraging leaders to embrace the opportunities created by disruption and reimagine leadership in an AI-driven world. His innovative ideas and actionable insights have been widely recognized an...

Sam Naficy Sam is a highly accomplished serial entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience at senior executive levels in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, retail/distribution, quick-service restaurant development, and technology. He has raised over $300 million in debt and equity and has a wealth of expertise in SaaS. Currently, Sam serves as Chairman and CEO of Prodoscore Inc., a s...

Stacey Chillemi Stacey Chillemi is a renowned author, speaker, coach, and advocate who is deeply committed to various causes, including epilepsy. She serves on influential boards such as the Epilepsy Patient Advisory Council, supported by Sunovion Pharmaceutical and Eisai Pharmaceutical. Known for her TV appearances, Chillemi discusses topics related to health, natural healing, empowerment, epilep...

Kat O’Sullivan Kat O’Sullivan is an author, speaker, podcast host, and transition coach with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and organizations navigate change and discover new possibilities. She has worked across various sectors, including corporate, nonprofit, education, and privately owned businesses, providing guidance, tools, and support to turn seemingly impossible challenges...

Jesse "The Machine" Green Jesse Green is a world-renowned master chainsaw sculptor, highly acclaimed motivational speaker, and the star of the primetime TV series AMERICAN CHAINSAW on the National Geographic Channel. His talent and influence extend beyond the chainsaw, with notable achievements including being an honorary Doctor of Arts, a former international commercial series lead for ESPN/Disne...

Carlos Whittaker Carlos Whittaker is bringing hope to humans all over the world. And he’s pretty good at it: he’s an author, podcaster, and global speaker backed by the power of a massive Instafamilia, his enthusiastic social followers who tune in daily to join forces with Carlos to find connection, do good, and be in community. Jeremy Schiff Jeremy Schiff is the Founder and CEO of RecruitBot and...

Alistair Gordon Alistair Gordon is a Sydney-based CEO, executive coach, master facilitator, and entrepreneur, recognized for his work with large organizations worldwide. He helps leaders and technical subject matter experts enhance their capabilities to maximize their impact and work fulfillment. With extensive experience, Alistair has worked with over 3000 technical professionals across 16 countr...

Jason Schappert Jason Schappert successfully bootstrapped his previous business from the ground up to an impressive 8-figure sale. After exiting that venture, he is now focused on launching Moola, a new initiative aimed at empowering the next generation to achieve financial freedom. Through Moola, Schappert seeks to educate individuals on effective financial stewardship, helping them live with gre...

Joel Friedland Joel has a 40 year track record in industrial real estate. He co-founded Epic/Savage Realty Partners in 1991 where he oversaw hiring and mentoring 60 industrial real estate professionals, many of whom became his partners. His group sold the firm to an international real estate company in 2014 and Joel started Brit Properties. As an industrial real estate broker and owner, Joel has s...

Colleen Cutcliffe, Ph. D. Colleen Cutcliffe, Ph. D., is the co-founder and CEO of Pendulum Therapeutics, a cutting-edge biotech company focused on improving metabolic health through microbiome-targeted products. With a strong academic background in Biochemistry and Microbiology from Johns Hopkins University, Colleen has built an impressive career in bioscience and pharmaceuticals, where she held s...

Drew O'Brien Drew O'Brien is the Founder and Creative Director of Make Cool Sh*t, a design and strategy studio known for creating bold, impactful brands. A lifelong artist and athlete, Drew’s entrepreneurial journey began after he lost his dream job at FanDuel in 2017. Embracing the challenge, he launched his own company, starting with freelance design work and steadily transforming it into the th...

Peter Frintzilas Peter Frintzilas is the CEO of TeamSnap, a leading sports management and communication platform for amateur sports. Before taking on this role in 2021, he was an Executive Partner at Waud Capital Partners, where he specialized in growth-oriented investments within the mid-market vertical software space. Since becoming CEO, Peter has successfully guided TeamSnap through significant...

Danilo McGarry Danilo McGarry is widely recognized as one of the top global AI and technology experts, with numerous accolades, including being ranked among the top 20 AI influencers and being called a "thought leader" by The Times. With nearly two decades of experience, McGarry has spearheaded major technology and operational transformations for leading blue-chip companies like Citigroup and Unit...

David Drebin David Drebin is a multidisciplinary artist and graduate of the Parsons School of Design in NYC, known for his diverse body of work that includes photographs, lightboxes, neon light installations, and diamond dust pieces. Since his first solo exhibition at Camera Work in Berlin in 2005, Drebin has gained significant recognition and has been represented by prestigious galleries worldwid...

Jon Bassford Jon Bassford is an operations professional and entrepreneur whose superpower is his boundless curiosity, which has driven his success both personally and professionally. After completing law school, Jon applied his curiosity to launch, manage, and optimize operations for venture-backed startups and global nonprofits with meaningful impact. His ability to innovate and lead through curi...

Bill Potts Bill is a successful entrepreneur, IRONMAN athlete, father of three kids, including twins, and a five-time cancer survivor. At the Mayo Clinic's request, Bill turned his pain into purpose and wrote the book, "Up for the Fight: How to Advocate for Yourself as You Battle Cancer." The book is changing and saving the lives of cancer patients. Bill has been fighting cancer for 22 years. Bill...