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Jessica Davila is a Partner and Sales Executive at MAVRX Sports Housing, where she is widely recognized as one of the driving forces behind the company’s national growth and community-focused culture. Known for her tenacity and heart, Jessica has built a reputation as a powerhouse in the sports housing industry—connecting professional and minor league athletes with tailored housing solutions that...

I was born in Mesa, Arizona, but grew up in Tucson, Arizona. My parents got a divorce when I was 4 months old, and my dad had full custody of two girls just a year and 19 days apart. I definitely did not have the most normal life, but it made me recognize what I had and what I should work for.  With that I went to small town Iowa and got my Bachelors as a first generation while being on a track an...

Megan Kuiper is a passionate and energetic individual dedicated to making the most out of every day. With a clear vision for her life, she teaches others how to tap into their own fire, dreams, and achieve their goals. She balances many roles, including being a wife, mom, and former Target Corporate Director turned entrepreneur. As a keynote speaker, consultant, and coach, she brings 21+ years of...

Sarah Sanchez is wrapping up her second season with the ECHL Florida Everblades as their skating coach. She grew up a figure skater in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. She is a US Figure Skating triple gold medalist in Moves in the Field, Ice Dancing, and Solo Free Dance. Sarah started coaching in 2011. She brought her skills to Hertz arena in 2023 and works with both the youth teams there alon...

Jessica Colarco, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with over 18 years of experience specializing in anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and panic disorder. She founded her private practice in 2017 and offers both in-person and telehealth therapy to help adults build self-worth, heal from trauma, and thrive. Jessica is the co-creator and co-host of the Chasing Brighter Podcast, a midlife guide to purposef...

Greg Kettner is on a mission to help 1 million people WorkHappy. His inspiring keynotes, "The Power of Laughter" and “Let’s Talk Mental Health,” empowers workforces to cultivate a vibrant WorkHappy culture that enhances employees well-being and productivity by prioritizing people before profits. Drawing from 27 years of sales and leadership experience with renowned organizations such as...

Hilary Phelps is a trailblazer in women’s empowerment, sobriety advocacy, and holistic wellness. A former competitive swimmer turned public speaker and coach, she draws on 17 years of sobriety and her personal journey to help women overcome challenges, reclaim their voice, and step boldly into their next chapter. As the founder of The Right Room , Hilary has created a sanctuary for women seeking c...

Hannah Sorkin is the CEO & Co-Founder of PlayMaker Software , a sports tech company transforming the way sports sponsorships are managed through automation and proactive tooling. Before launching PlayMaker, Hannah was on the Sports Partnerships team at Anheuser-Busch, where she negotiated and executed deals across leagues, teams, and athletes for AB’s iconic brand portfolio. She later joined A...

Saunders played four seasons at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo from 1975-79, recording 154 points in 140 games. He then went on to become only the fifth Black hockey player to play in National Hockey League history following Willie O'Ree, Mike Marson, Bill Riley and Tony McKegney.   Saunders led Western Michigan in goals three times, earned All-CCHA Second Team honors in 1977-78 and...

Lena Austin is a dedicated professional and natural connector with a passion for fostering meaningful relationships.  Recognized as the **2024 Chamber Ambassador of the Year**, she thrives on creating spaces where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported.  A four-time recipient of the **Presidents Award at Greenleaf Hospitality Group**, Lena is known for consistently exceeding sales expectation...

Sati Hillyer is the Founder and CEO of OneMob, the award‑winning sales enablement platform transforming how teams connect, engage, and close. Under his leadership, OneMob earned the 2025 Gold Stevie Award for Sales Enablement and captured the NSF Tech Tank Award for Ticket Sales and Strategy. Its customers span Fortune 500 enterprises—IBM, Liberty Mutual, HPE, Microsoft—and leading sports and ente...

Monica is the founder of People Forward, a consulting firm dedicated to creating workplaces people love. Recognized as a top voice on LinkedIn and an expert contributor to the Forbes HR Council, she brings a unique blend of energy and expertise to her clients nationwide, inspiring people and businesses to level-up. With a natural curiosity and talent for appreciative inquiry, Monica is passionate...

Jill Terwilliger is an independent grief and change coach at Anbau Coaching ( anbaucoaching.com ) and a hospice grief support counselor. She works with individuals and small groups, offering tailored grief support, and partners with organizations to provide grief education and workshops. In 2024, Jill presented her talk “Befriending Grief” at TEDx Kalamazoo. Jill’s work draws on a rich tapestry of...

For over two decades, Tim Knapp has dedicated himself to helping others overcome life’s toughest challenges, including homelessness and incarceration. Before stepping into this calling, his journey took him through professional baseball and entrepreneurial ventures—experiences that deepened his understanding of resilience and transformation. Ultimately, coaching became his true passion, driven by...

Meghan is a sports communications and analytics professional with experience working for ESPN, College GameDay, and the Philadelphia Eagles. In 2023, she and Samantha founded empowHERed to create more opportunities for women in sports through professional development, mentorship, and networking events. In addition to her role with empowHERed, she also serves as the Director of Strategic Communicat...

As a third-generation dancer, Stacey has always prioritized health and wellness. With over 15 years of experience in the fitness industry, she has transitioned into the wellness space as a personal trainer and health coach, eventually co-owning a boutique fitness studio with her husband. In 2024, a cancer diagnosis led her to reinvent herself, becoming a Reiki Master Practitioner and launching her...

Keanah Smith joined the Western Michigan athletic department in August of 2018 as a Senior Associate Athletic Director and Senior Woman Administrator.   Currently, she oversees most of the internal operations which include facilities management, information technology, event management, capital projects, administrative policies, strategic planning and sport oversight.    Further, she is the sport...

After 25 years of transforming lives in London, I have returned to New Zealand to embark on an exciting new adventure, bringing my passion for well-being therapy and coaching to help you live a healthier, more fulfilling life. What I Believe: I believe the world is crying out for emotional healing. In a time where disconnection and overwhelm are all too common, we need human connection more than e...

Clarence Lloyd is a Vice President with Southwest Michigan First and serves as the Director of the Chamber of Commerce, covering all greater Kalamazoo County. His business and community leadership spans nearly three decades where he has excelled in repairing underperforming teams, building new ones, and providing servant leadership for companies ranging from five employees to Fortune 50. During th...

I was born and raised in Galesburg, MI and attended Alma College. During college I found a love for fitness which changed my trajectory in life. Returning home to Kalamazoo I hustled, working multiple different jobs, from bouncing to bank customer service all to help support my passion for body building. During this time I stumbled upon Orangetheory Fitness where I have been ever since. My love fo...

Karolina Rzadkowolska is an alcohol-free empowerment coach who helps intuitive women ditch alcohol and discover their greater purpose. She’s worked with thousands of clients through her programs to change their drinking habit and unleash a new level of health, happiness, and drive to go after their biggest dreams. She is the bestselling author of the book, Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happie...