Break The Chains, Find Your Flame

I am The DEI Optimist- I believe that the world is better when we know one another; not despise each other. We will grow and improve by learning more about ourselves and others. I have more than 25 years of experience with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Leadership Development. I have honed and expanded my knowledge of Diversity over the years through research, practice, professional and personal experience. I am constantly adding to my skillset around DEI through practice and training. I am diligent about increasing my awareness of DEI challenges, issues, and opportunities.

I invite you to join me on this journey. Our workbooks and trainings are available for purchase at this link: https://effebe-49.myshopify.com/

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I am available for keynote addresses, DEIB Strategic Planning and Assessment, Diversity Coaching, Board Capacity Building and related work.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE:

Diversity and Inclusion, Higher Education Administration, Training & Development, Board Reports & Resolutions,

Budget Management, Written & Oral Communications, Hiring, Training, & Mentoring, Operating, Capital, & Procurement, Budget Review, Fund Raising & Grant writing, Public Speaking & Presentations, Team Building & Leadership, Student Development, Non-profit Board Training

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Karese is a Registered Dental Hygienist and Myofunctional Therapist. She founded The Myo Spot, a practice aimed at amplifying oral wellness to whole body wellness. Through tele-therapy she helps clients of all ages overcome tongue ties, TMJ disorders, sleep apnea, grinding, anxiety, and various breathing and orofacial dysfunction. Passionate about education and self-help, she published Accomplished: How to Sleep Better, Eliminate Burnout and Execute Goals. When not working with clients globally she spends time with her husband and four kids.

Social Media & links

Facebook, Instagram and TikTok @themyospot 

Practice site: www.themyospot.com

Blog site: www.airwaymatters.blog

Accomplished: How to Sleep Better, Eliminate Burnout, and Execute Goals https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084F7HMK3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_FyTHFb46J02PM 

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DR. VICTOR SANTIAGO PINEDA is a globally recognized leader in innovation, inclusion, and

accessibility. He is a distinguished humanitarian, inspirational speaker, and a leading expert in smart city

development. He is a two-time presidential appointee by US President Barack Obama, government

delegate for the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the UN Habitat’s New Urban Agenda, World

Economic Forum council member, Chancellor’s Post-Doctoral Fellow for Academic Diversity at UC

Berkeley, and Research Fellow at the World Institute on Disability and Public Policy Fellow at the

Dubai School of Government. With an extensive background in academia, advocacy, and social impact

entrepreneurship, Dr. Pineda has left a notable mark on the world through his dedication to inclusivity

and accessibility.

During Obama’s administration, Dr. Pineda received two appointments, including a role on the

Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board. He also collaborated with UNICEF and was

a key voice in drafting the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

A revered figure in accessibility, Dr. Pineda often advises governments and major corporations. He

founded the Pineda Foundation / World ENABLED and co-launched the Smart Cities for All Global

Initiative, promoting inclusive urban environments.

At the World Economic Forum, Dr. Pineda focuses on integrating IoT and AI for urban inclusion. At UC

Berkeley, his research has influenced urban planning and social policy. He also contributes to the World

Institute on Disability and the Dubai School of Government.

Dr. Pineda’s dedication to inclusivity establishes him as a leading visionary, continually driving policy and

urban transformations towards greater accessibility.

All Things Nerd Therapy

I’m a registered Counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association, and a lifelong nerd.

I run nerdy programs like Roll for Growth, which uses roleplaying games such as Dungeons and Dragons as a form of group therapy. I also run Minecraft Therapy, which uses Minecraft as the backdrop for therapy.

I specialise in supporting the diverse needs of young people, and have experience supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as autistic youths, and other neurodivergence. My passion, what I am driven to support in therapy, is people for whom ‘normal’ therapists or therapies have been unsuccessful with. This is why I have trained and volunteered in DBT settings, and I am always on the lookout for new ways to connect with the clients I see.

I am the author of Pop Culture Competence, a free blog resource which provides insights into aspects of pop culture, such as anime, comic books and videogames, from the perspective of a consumer and a qualified therapist.

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Michelle's Book

Hey there! I’m Michelle Kuei, your go-to visibility and marketing coach. I’ve journeyed from overcoming personal challenges to empowering women globally.

I’m the proud founder of Elevate LifeCoaching, where I mentor female coaches to harness the power of storytelling, transforming their passion for coaching into thriving businesses.

📚 Author & Storyteller

As the author of “Perfectly Normal: An Immigrant’s Story of Making It in America,” I share my life’s journey, including the pivotal moments that shaped me. My book isn’t just my story; it’s a beacon of hope and resilience for many.

🎓 Educator & Mentor

Through my “Passion to Profits” program, I guide female coaches to attract leads and clients with authenticity and effectiveness.

I believe in the power of magnetic messaging and storytelling in marketing, turning casual followers into loyal clients.

🌍 International Recognition

I’ve graced platforms like The Los Angeles Tribune Live series, FOX, and Authority Magazine.

My experiences as a former Secretary of the UN Association of the USA, Pasadena Chapter, and my background in clinical pharmacy and patient advocacy, have given me a unique perspective on life and business.

🔊 Speaker & Thought Leader

My speaking engagements, including keynote speeches at AEISEC India and CalTech, and features on various radio shows, have allowed me to share my insights and empower audiences worldwide.

🏅 Awards & Qualifications

My accolades include being a district-award winner in the International Speech Contest and holding positions in the Toastmasters International at District 100.

My academic credentials include a Doctor of Pharmacy, ICF Accreditation, and certifications in Content and Email Marketing Strategy.

🌟 Life Beyond Work

Born in Taiwan and raised in New York, I now call Los Angeles my home, where I live with my adorable cat, Toby.

My personal journey, including hiking Machu Picchu with my pink crutches, reflects my determination and zest for life.

💬 Let’s Connect!

If you’re a coach with a heart full of passion but struggling to attract clients, I’m here to guide you.

From client attraction to building your brand and mastering storytelling in marketing, I’m your one-stop-shop for coaching success. 👉🏼http://strategycall.turnpassion2profits.com

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Develop and implement individualized fitness programs designed to achieve our clients' fitness goals safely. QFrance Wellness LLC training sessions can be held in the privacy of your own home, your building's fitness center or at one of many parks throughout New York City

Quincy offers a comprehensive selection of both traditional and unique exercise disciplines. Your customized fitness program will combine a number of protocols to boost your strength, increase your stamina and improve your overall health - regardless of your current fitness level.

Begin your journey today to improved fitness and better health. Please contact me to begin your new program today.

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Shannon is an avid reader, tea lover and spiritual student, with a passion for the healing potential of plant medicine in the modern world. She works at Goffstown Chiropractic Care and is also currently studying to become a licensed psychologist. She hopes to bring her extensive experience with individual and group spiritual development to bear on her work at Tethered. She currently lives in New Boston with her husband and teen children.

Becky is a life-long student of religion and spirituality, and is passionate about building community and creating sacred space. She has lived in New Boston with her husband and two boys since 2012, and hopes to share her love of learning with the community of Goffstown and the surrounding area. She holds a master’s in theological studies from Harvard Divinity School and works full-time for Southern New Hampshire University as an educator and in the advising department. She is an avid reader, podcast-devourer, runner, hiker, and all around nerd with a love of board games

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Kristin Althea O'Connor, M.Ac., L.Ac. is a woman with a kind heart who has always wanted to see people thrive.

She loves nothing more than having the opportunity to provide a safe healing space for all ages and to assist on the journey towards helping each patient find her/his/their truest self. She adores being part of a team, creating a success story in place of what once felt like a bleak struggle.

She's kind of a health cheerleader, this one.

Kristin’s practice has always focused on mental health, postpartum health, trauma, chronic conditions, and addiction. Is there anything more beautiful than to work with someone to pull them from the dark into their light and to see them shine in the way only they can? Kristin would say no. Because of this, people who want better for their lives and believe they will find it are the ones that are drawn to her treatment space.

Kristin’s favorite modalities to produce change are five element acupuncture, medical qigong (especially for distance healing treatments), and essential oils. In 2023 she completed her International Pediatric Specialist training because she yearned to share this medicine with children to create profound change from such a young age.

Kristin utilizes the following tools in her treatments:

Five Element Acupuncture

Medical Qigong

Essential Oils

Cupping

Moxibustion

Gua sha

Shonishin

Tui na

Chinese Stone Medicine

Additional Details on Kristin’s Studies:

FIVE ELEMENT ACUPUNCTURE

In her lifelong quest to help others shine, Kristin found a winning vehicle for this in Five Element Acupuncture and enrolled in the Master’s program at the Academy for Five Element Acupuncture in Gainesville, FL. She chose this school for two big reasons: 1. Five Element Acupuncture gets to the root of dis-ease, and she wanted her patients to find deep, lasting healing. 2. This school flies in instructors from all over the world to share insight on their own private practices, so Kristin could learn from the best. She thrived there and served as class representative, graduating in 2010. During her time in school she learned cupping, moxibustion, and gua sha. This beautiful, powerful medicine is specialized and as such, Kristin is one of only two Five Element Acupuncturists in Western MA.

PEDIATRIC ACUPUNCTURE

Seeing the profound effects of her practice and having children of her own spurred an interest in Pediatric Acupuncture. In 2023 Kristin completed the International Pediatrics Specialist training held by world-renowned practitioner Rebecca Avern. Kristin is thrilled to help children of ages address chronic conditions, trauma, and mental health struggles to live a better life. She learned shonishin and tui na during this time, and is thrilled to offer non-needle options to those nervous to start with needles. She has a special love for treating children with ASD. She is the only acupuncturist in her area focusing on children’s mental health and trauma.

MEDICAL QIGONG & DISTANCE HEALING TREATMENTS

When Kristin started acupuncture school, she became deeply inspired by Medical Qigong, which is, in short, healing patients without needles. Kristin studied with Paul Fraser, L.Ac., who had learned the practice 20 years earlier to put his aggressive cancer diagnosis to a halt. She continued on, learning from Paul's teacher Tom Tam of Boston, and then from internationally-beloved Master Ou. The form she learned from Master Ou, Pan Gu Shen Gong, is a form focused on increasing the benevolence of the practitioner. It's Kristin's favorite form and the one she practices almost exclusively, and the form she uses to provide distance healing treatments worldwide.

In 2008, Kristin was certified to teach the Moving Form from Master Ou and, after years of dedication, she was granted access to teach the Nonmoving Form in 2016. She is one of only 32 practitioners world-wide to teach both forms. Kristin loves teaching Pan Gu Shengong to patients for improving their own health. She utilizes her skills to offer distance treatments worldwide and is the only practitioner in Western MA to teach these forms.

ESSENTIAL OILS

When Kristin started her acupuncture practice in 2011, she was fortunate to connect to Elizabeth Gibbs who introduced her to doTerra Essential Oils. She immediately felt their power and began using them personally and in the treatment room. Knowing that medicine is only effective when patients actually use it, Kristin loved seeing the results from her patients who loved them, too. Ask Kristin to help you create a customized oils toolbox for your needs, and until then, look here to see where the magic is at: doTerra

ADDITIONAL NOTABLE TRAININGS

Kristin completed trainings in both Feng Shui and Chinese Stone Medicine to uncover the impact of minerals and crystals in spaces and in treatments. She often use these stones to enhance her treatments. She sells some beauties as well as they further enhance the healing journey.

Kristin is a certified yoga instructor who has personally and professionally studied meditation. She loves teaching this to patients, maybe especially those who think they can’t do it.

The Personal Side

If you’ve made it this far, there you have it: Such is the practice of Kristin Althea O'Connor! Other fun facts? Kristin's undergrad degree was in Journalism and Comparative Literature and she still does some healthcare freelance writing for fun. She lived in Florida, North Carolina, California, Oregon, and Australia before bringing the needle love back to where she grew up in Western Massachusetts. She plans to have a tiny and amazing treatment space surrounded by nature on land in Pelham, MA someday. She volunteers at the Fisher Home in Amherst as a way to give back the love her mother received when she went through Hospice at the end of her life. Kristin has a huge place in her heart for her inspiring little boys Bowie and Sullivan “Sully” and amazing bearded husband Dano. She spends her free time weaving, tending to her plants, meditating, manifesting, getting outside as much as possible, and smiling. There’s always room for more smiling.

Last thing? She can't wait to meet you and work with you.