Dr. Ross is a pioneer in minimally invasive and robotic surgery with a focus on HepatoPancreaticoBiliary (HPB) and Foregut operations, a dedicated mentor, and founder of the annual international Women in Surgery community. She is the founder of the Women in Surgery Career Symposium and an active mentor, educator, and innovator in advanced surgical technology

Dr. Catherine Oleksiw is the founder of Measured Transitions, a coaching and consulting practice, where she is a skilled educator, speaker, coach, and trainer with expertise in research, assessment, and evaluation and empowering organization and their people to adapt and survive in any business climate

Sage Investigations is a forensic accounting and financial investigation firm based in Austin, Texas, founded by former IRS Special Agent Ed Martin. The firm’s services include forensic accounting, fraud investigations, business and partnership divorces, estate analysis, and litigation support

Luna Jade Salon, founded by Karina Swinford, and located in Athens, Alabama, specializes in extensions, curly hair, and custom color. With a strong emphasis on individualized care and up-to-the-minute trends, Luna Jade offers a welcoming space for creativity, self-expression, and community

Debra Lee Fader is a singer, author, kindness advocate, and the host of Queen of Kindness on PTWWN-TV on Roku

Tanya Wilson is a powerhouse whose accomplishments are impressive in multiple ways. She is also a co-founder of the nation’s first septic franchise, HomeField Onsite Environmental. She also is a motivational speaker and podcast host who encourages other women to pursue their ambitions, step into leadership, and create opportunities for themselves in industries that may not have traditionally welcomed them.

Wayne H. Lee is a retired Navy combat veteran, educator, author, and founder of the Marriage and Family Enrichment Foundation. A survivor of communist Vietnam, Lee draws from his harrowing journey as a refugee and decades of military service to inspire and educate families and young adults

A tapestry threaded with survival, curiosity, and the pursuit of truth, Joseph G. Martinez’s story is still unfolding. To some, his is the story of a mathematician who teaches with heart. To others, his is the story of a man who survived against all odds and continues to explore both science and faith in search of answers about himself and the world

Linda Stone is a children’s book author, animal advocate, and creative entrepreneur based in Michigan. Combining her love for storytelling, animals, and uplifting others, she writes stories that spark laughter, empathy, and a desire to make the world a kinder place, one wagging tail at a time

Stef Llewellyn is the dynamic founder of Healthcare Workforce Consulting and Garnish Your Life