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Marcelo Calbucci
Marcelo Calbucci is a seasoned entrepreneur, technologist, and author with over 25 years of experience in the tech industry. He has held leadership roles at major companies such as Microsoft and Amazon and has founded and led multiple startups in both Seattle and London. With more than 18 years immersed in the startup world, Marcelo offers deep expertise as a product and technology executive. He is also the author of The PRFAQ Framework: Adapting Amazon’s Innovation Framework to Work for You, a practical guide to applying Amazon’s renowned “Working Backwards” method. Drawing on his extensive experience, the book equips readers with actionable strategies to implement the PRFAQ model and drive innovation within any organization.
Paul Powell
After taking over his family’s business, Paul Powell experienced a dramatic financial downfall—losing the millions he had earned from the sale of his successful investment practice. While it was a devastating loss at the time, Paul now considers it one of the greatest turning points of his life. That moment of hardship became the catalyst for personal transformation, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose that continues to guide his journey today.
Lorraine Wiseman
Lorraine Wiseman, MBA, CPA, is the President and CEO of Leading the Wise Way, a global strategy and change management consulting firm. With experience as President of seven multinational companies across six countries, she now coaches over 50 CEOs through Vistage. As she approaches retirement, Lorraine is focusing her PhD research on the emotional and psychological challenges of this life stage. She plans to publish a book in 2025 to help HR leaders, retirees, and communities better prepare for and navigate retirement with purpose and optimism, aiming to reduce issues like loneliness and uncertainty.
Marcelo Calbucci
Marcelo Calbucci is a seasoned entrepreneur, technologist, and author with over 25 years of experience in the tech industry. He has held leadership roles at major companies such as Microsoft and Amazon and has founded and led multiple startups in both Seattle and London. With more than 18 years immersed in the startup world, Marcelo offers deep expertise as a product and technology executive. He is also the author of The PRFAQ Framework: Adapting Amazon’s Innovation Framework to Work for You, a practical guide to applying Amazon’s renowned “Working Backwards” method. Drawing on his extensive experience, the book equips readers with actionable strategies to implement the PRFAQ model and drive innovation within any organization.
Paul Powell
After taking over his family’s business, Paul Powell experienced a dramatic financial downfall—losing the millions he had earned from the sale of his successful investment practice. While it was a devastating loss at the time, Paul now considers it one of the greatest turning points of his life. That moment of hardship became the catalyst for personal transformation, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose that continues to guide his journey today.
Lorraine Wiseman
Lorraine Wiseman, MBA, CPA, is the President and CEO of Leading the Wise Way, a global strategy and change management consulting firm. With experience as President of seven multinational companies across six countries, she now coaches over 50 CEOs through Vistage. As she approaches retirement, Lorraine is focusing her PhD research on the emotional and psychological challenges of this life stage. She plans to publish a book in 2025 to help HR leaders, retirees, and communities better prepare for and navigate retirement with purpose and optimism, aiming to reduce issues like loneliness and uncertainty.