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Dr. Angelle E. Richardson is the Department Chair of Counseling at Bethune-Cookman University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor who holds a Doctorate in Couple and Family Therapy from Drexel University, a Master’s in Counseling from Rider University, and Bachelor’s in Professional Writing and Journalism from The College of New Jersey. Dr. Richardson also serves on Bethune-Cookman’s CAPS, Student Services, and Judicial Hearing committees. She is a member of the Trauma Informed Education Coalition (TIEC) and was an inaugural board member of the Family Legacy Organization in Philadelphia, PA. An adoptee herself, Dr. Richardson specializes in working with individuals and families impacted by adoption, foster care, grief, and trauma. Her research primarily focuses on the experience adoptees, and she enjoys using creative narrative techniques to assist people in reauthoring their stories to work toward healing. Dr. Richardson’s research on the experience of female adoptee’s relationships with both biological and adoptive mothers has been published in the Journal of Marital and Family Therapy. She has also been published in the Journal of Critical Thought and Praxis’s special issue on resilience. Dr. Richardson has been trained in the Beck Model of Cognitive Therapy and in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). She was part of a team that provided trauma training in Haiti. She has been on The Today Show, highlighted in People Magazine, and interviewed by the Philadelphia Inquirer, the New York Times, and other media outlets to provide insight about mental health. Of all Dr. Richardson’s experiences, her most rewarding are in the classroom, working with counseling students who will be the next generation of empathic, culturally humble, and trauma sensitive counselors. This is the space where she hopes to make her greatest impact.

Jean Brooks started her career in financial services in 1983.  Her skills expanded to include business development, financial compliance, insurance, lending, and management.  In 2011, she left that world and was able to devote her time to developing an idea she had about helping people transition into retirement.  Thus, Retire to Life! was born. Retire to Life! is a seminar that helps individuals answer the question:  What are you going to do with the next 20 to 30 years of your life that will make your retirement meaningful, exciting, relaxing and fulfilling? In addition to this workshop, Jean’s other passion is performing.  She is involved in films, commercials, theatre, and cabaret.  These talents have served her well in her Retire to Life! presentations. Jean graduated with honors from Temple University with a B.B.A. in Business Management.  She also trained at the Graduate School of Bank Management at the University of Virginia.  She has been involved with many not-for-profit organizations including The Mann Center for the Performing Arts, Women’s Way, Montgomery County Big Brothers Big Sisters, and a variety of professional associations.

Listen as I chat with Basiliso Moreno, LMSW, as he discusses the ways in which his personal and professional life has mirrored one another through the lens of caregiving. Basiliso (Bas) Moreno, LMSW is a Licensed Masters Level Social Worker and a Certified School Social Worker in the state of Delaware. In October 2020, Basiliso started his online business Bas City Entertainment LLC. Bas City Entertainment LLC focuses on providing financial education for Generation X people of color. Basiliso graduated with his Master's in Social Work from Fordham University in 2010. Basiliso is the author of Triumph Through Pain, How to Maximize Your Full Potential During Hard Times, released in July 2022, using poetry to discuss themes such as grief, loss, anxiety, self-awareness and financial literacy. Basiliso is the contributing author to Amazon best seller, Latinx in Social Work Volume 2. In his chapter "When Addiction Hits Home", Basiliso discusses the impact of addiction in his household. Basiliso is also the host of The Social Work Rants Podcast on all audio platforms and on YouTube. The podcast has been listened to in over 60 countries. It was rated in the Top 10 for all social work podcasts according to Feedspot.

Evelyn Cannon Dingle, DNP, APN, MSN, RN, is a dedicated healthcare professional with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice from Wilmington University, earned in 2022. Her doctoral dissertation, "Development and Evaluation of a Nurse Leader-Directed Weight Reduction Program for African American Adults in a Faith-Based Organization," ignited her life's mission. Evelyn's passion is healthcare equity, which led to the creation of Temple Fit - Designer Original LLC. Her goal is to provide healthcare education, empowering individuals to advocate for their well-being through realistic, transformative programs focusing on nutrition and exercise. With over 40 years in the hospital system, Evelyn's experience is profound. She now extends her impact to communities, corporations, churches, and businesses, promoting a culture of health. Evelyn's achievements include being recognized by Independence Blue Cross in their "Celebrate Caring Campaign" as one of the top ten nurses, the sole representative from New Jersey out of 700 nominees. She was also honored by The Hand Foundation at the Global Legacy Leadership Awards Celebration for her outstanding nursing career. Guided by Jeremiah 29:11, Evelyn's life's work embodies faith, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to improving healthcare access and outcomes for all.

BRIAN CARLIN Burlington County Surrogate Brian Carlin has served as the Burlington County Surrogate in January 2022. Brian graduated from St. Joseph’s University with a B.S. in accounting. He received his Juris Doctorate at the Widener School of Law. He was admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania in 1986 and in New Jersey in 1987. He was a sole practitioner with offices located in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Brian’s practice included Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Estate and Trust Litigation and Guardianship. He has written over 800 wills and represented parties in estate proceedings in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Brian has served as Court Appointed Attorney and Temporary Guardian in a number of guardianship proceedings in Burlington County since 2012. He has previously served our community as a member of the Burlington Township Board of Education for 3 ½ years, as a member of the Burlington Township Council for 5 years and as Mayor of Burlington Township for 11 years.

Hollie Whaley is a Pastor, certified business/life empowerment coach holding an MBA with 25 Years of global corporate experience and 15 years in ministry. She is a wife, mother, and powerful speaker, and Pastor fueled with passion to fulfill God’s mandate in equipping people to reach their maximum potential. She wants to see everyone operate at their full capacity. Hollie is known professionally and personally as a coach, mentor, teacher, and preacher. She is a dynamic conference speaker specializing in various topics related to women, youth, and global business. She takes special interest in the local and global community by participating in local outreaches along with leading missions in Africa. Hollie believes her greatest success is seeing others become successful. She serves her family, community, clients, and the body of Christ with a passion to see Kingdom advancement.

Listen in as I chat with Ossie Jackson, who at 69 is raising her grandchild and still thriving in her own unique endeavors. Ossie is a people-oriented individual credited with results-driven leadership, motivation, customer service and developmental skills. She is committed to drawing upon extensive expertise in order to proactively solve complex management problems, improve the flow of operations, and realize process improvements. Ossie is dedicated to developing and implementing policies and procedures that effectively and efficiently advance the cause of Christ! Ossie Jackson is originally from Albany. Ga. She relocated to Philadelphia, Pa where she received a BA in 1981 and later pursued and receive an MBA from Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science . Her professional position as a Loan Processing Manger afforded her to relocate to Jacksonville, Fl where she received a Master of Science in Leadership from Belhaven University in 2014. She currently serves as the eKIDS Coordinator at EXCEL Church in Jacksonville, Fl. She has previously taught every grade level including the College level. She is a deaconess, minister, and counselor at her church. She possesses a strong advocacy for Senior Women as she seeks to encourage them to never stop pursuing opportunities to be impactful in the lives of others. Her hobbies include reading, intriguing conversation with like minded adults, supporting others, dancing, and movies.

Paula Hollis is a Transformational Speaker, Best-Selling Author, and Grief, Relationship and Personal Development Coach who partners with clients on mindset paradigms to discover, embrace, activate, and release their authentic presence to the world. Paula has worked with numerous individuals to raise awareness of their resonating energy levels, find clarity, and breakthrough to achieve their goals. She teaches practical leadership strategies to intentionally build and maintain healthy and authentic relationships with yourself first then others. Paula is a Certified Life Coach, Certified Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner, Core Well-being Specialist, Trauma Specialist, and a Certified John Maxwell Leadership Trainee. She holds a MBA/MS from Temple University and BA in Social Sciences from The Johns Hopkins University. Paula’s books are personally empowering. Her first solo book, Intentional Intimacy: Lessons of life, love and relationships, is a memoir of her 30 year marriage to her husband before he passed away suddenly in November 2021. The book is a practical guide to developing and maintaining all healthy relationships. Her sophomore book, The Journey from Grief to Growth, provides a framework to intertwine growth and healing for those navigating grief, loss and disappointment. Paula’s most recent book, Vision of Transformation - Annual Growth, Purpose and Success Journal, can be considered her most impactful book yet as it creates an annual blueprint to transform your life in five key pillars - spiritual, health and wellness, community, education and fun. Through the Hollis Mastermind Group and the pH Academy, Coach Paula uses her grief and life recovery stories as the foundation of her coaching and online teaching programs which are designed to uplift, energize, and propel others to transform their lives. Subscribe to her VIP Inner Circle Mailing List using this link - bit.ly/COACHPAULACONNECTS.

Mamdouh Ismail. I am a licensed Egyptologist tour guide with experience of 20 years in guiding . I have a great passion in telling people from all over the world about the history, customs and traditions of Egypt. I feel very happy when I see senior travelers coming to see my country and I do my best to make their visit easy and accessible .feeling very excited to show all the great historical sites such as the pyramids, museums, temples , old churches and mosques and Egyptian environment to everyone in the world . Come and enjoy the land of civilization

For 18 years, Michael Newell, MSN RN, has provided individuals and families with and Case Management. He is the founder-president of LifeSpan Care Management. As Vice President for the Central New Jersey Chapter of CMSA, and an active member of the Aging Life Care Association, he is committed to quality health care for the injured, aging, and ill clients and their loved ones. As he noticed the increasing population of elderly and illness, he dedicated his work to supporting families needing guidance on transitions into different stages of life. LifeSpan CM specializes in responding to emerging demands brought about by chronic or catastrophic illnesses and injuries, offering quality private case management solutions and expert geriatric care advocacy. His expertise comes in high demand also as Expert Witness for malpractice and wrongful death cases.