Landmark Difference Makers

Dr. Gaball is a dedicated and compassionate dentist based in Southern California, known for her specialized work in restorative dental care. Her mission goes beyond ordinary dental practices; she focuses on helping women who have survived the harrowing experiences of human trafficking. Dr. Gaball understands that recovery and reclamation of self-esteem are crucial for survivors, and she believes in the power of a restored smile to heal and empower.

Through her innovative treatments and empathetic approach, Dr. Gaball and her team not only restore teeth but also helps rebuild lives. Her work has not only given her patients their smiles back but has also helped them take significant steps towards reclaiming their identity and confidence after trauma.  Dr. Gaball will share insights into her journey, the challenges these brave women face, and how restoring someone’s smile can be a transformative step in their recovery process.

Fiona Pelham is the CEO of Positive Impact, a global nonprofit transforming the event sector towards sustainability. Fiona has fostered collaborations with several UN bodies, including UNFCCC and UN Environment, aligning event strategies with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

In 2019, Fiona made a pivotal decision to close her own businesses to focus entirely on her nonprofit work, ensuring transparency and dedication to the sector’s transformation. Her efforts have not gone unnoticed; she was the youngest ever female chair of an international standard for sustainability in events and has been honored with an honorary doctorate for her contributions to the event industry.

Now residing in Copenhagen, Fiona is a creative force committed to sustainable practices and mentoring the next generation of leaders. Join us as we explore Fiona’s journey, her achievements, and her vision for a more connected and sustainable world.

Learn More: https://www.positiveimpactevents.com/

Leon Ruri is the founder of “Haka For Life,” an initiative that uses the traditional Māori haka to empower community, particularly those battling depression. Growing up in New Zealand, Leon moved to Australia and saw an opportunity to support community through cultural connection.

Since its inception in 2017, Haka For Life has organized significant events, such as a performance on Sydney Tower Eye for International Men’s Day with a commitment to generate awareness and support for the unique mental health issues facing Men and indigenous people.

Leon’s personal journey through difficult circumstances in his youth and his dedication to cultural heritage drive his mission to help others find strength and community. Join us for an inspiring interview with a real difference maker.

Learn More: https://hakaforlife.org/

In this interview, he shares his unique leadership insights and the profound impact of making promises that transform lives.

Don’t miss this chance to hear from a true water safety advocate and learn how his message can inspire you every day.

From building fresh water wells, solar energy systems to economic development through agriculture, Promise is on the ground providing an example of inspiring leadership for others.

Join us as we learn his remarkable story of impact and difference making.

Learn more at www.promiseufoundation.org

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Wendy Sternberg, the visionary founder and executive/artistic director of Genesis at the Crossroads, an organization that masterfully blends arts, education, and humanitarian initiatives to build bridges across cultures worldwide.

We will learn the stories behind her many endeavors including Saffron Caravan, a global music ensemble that brings together artists from Iran to Brazil, fostering peace through artistic collaboration. Under her leadership, Genesis has launched over 150 transformative programs, earning international acclaim. She will share how her background as a primary care physician fuels her commitment to healing and peace through the arts. Don’t miss this compelling interview with a true Doctor without a Border, shaping a more humanistic society.

Learn More: https://gatc.org/

Join us for an inspiring interview with Dan Wooler and Christian Lang the charismatic force behind the rapidly growing global youth rugby non-profit STAR Scheme. STAR Scheme uses grass roots rugby to positively impact young people and their families who have faced multiple adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) or mental health issues.

They provide essential resources, such as equipment, transportation, and specific training to adults to create a supportive environment.

This approach helps young individuals build resilience by forming relationships with trusted adults in the rugby community, fostering personal development and leadership by building connections between rugby clubs and local schools to identify and support young people in need.

Learn More: https://www.starscheme.co.uk/

Dr. Amy D. Waterman is a Full Professor and the Director of Patient Engagement, Diversity, and Education at the J.C. Walter Transplant Center and Houston Methodist Research Institute. She focuses on overcoming barriers to kidney transplantation and enhancing educational outreach.

Through her nonprofit Explore Transplant, she is transforming patient and provider education in transplantation on a global scale. Dr. Waterman’s work emphasizes informed decision-making, reducing racial disparities, and promoting living donation.

Join us as we learn how her educational initiatives have significantly impacted transplant medicine, improving access and outcomes for kidney patients globally.

Learn More: https://exploretransplant.org/

Uynghiem Ngo is a passionate surfer who lives in the Dominican Republic. He is dedicated to environmental restoration such as coral and costal mangroves while fostering vibrant local economies and thriving communities.

Through  community-based poverty alleviation, and empowering local leaders and entrepreneurs, he strives to  build social and environmental resilience, support entrepreneurial initiatives, and enhance community capacities that lead to sustainable environmental restoration.

Learn More: https://globalcoralition.org/