Austin Mao

Austin Mao is a serial entrepreneur, author, poet, community builder, and keynote speaker renowned for his expertise at the intersection of science and spirituality, psychology, and shamanism. As the co-founder of Ceremonia, a legal and non-profit spiritual sanctuary near Denver, Colorado, Austin has dedicated his career to facilitating deep, transformative experiences with psilocybin and ayahuasca. Alongside his wife and co-founder, he has guided over 500 individuals, including Fortune 500 executives, Silicon Valley unicorn founders, and major blockchain leaders, helping them achieve profound breakthroughs in creativity, purpose, and peace.

Leslie Zane

Leslie Zane is an award-winning marketer and authority in harnessing the instinctive mind to accelerate brand and business growth. Founder and CEO of Triggers, the first brand consulting firm rooted in behavioral science, Zane is author of THE POWER OF INSTINCT: The New Rules of Persuasion in Business and Life. Zane pioneered today’s understanding of human decision-making to unlock brand and business growth. An alumna of Yale and Harvard Business School, Zane is a recipient of the Congressional Women of Distinction and the Ogilvy Award. Zane pioneered the Brand Connectome and Growth Triggers, helping define today’s understanding of human decision-making to unlock brand and business growth.

Sabrina Guler

Sabrina Guler is a visionary entrepreneur who, from a young age, felt a deep calling to become a millionaire and spiritual leader in the business world. Her relentless pursuit of this inner vision has led to the creation of a real estate empire valued at over $85 million, as well as multiple other successful ventures. She has been featured in prominent media outlets such as Business Insider, Bloomberg, and VentureBeat. Through her journey of overcoming personal trauma and a demanding corporate career, Sabrina experienced a profound spiritual awakening that shifted her approach to life and business.

Krystal Gillis

Krystal Gillis is an experienced entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Tighties, a functional activewear brand. She started her career in corporate sales for a payroll company and, at 24, launched her own payroll software business, which she later sold. Krystal then moved into the medical devices field, working at companies like Abbott and Stryker. In 2017, she shifted to consulting, helping launch five companies, three products, and a foundation. Her work in orthopedic product development led to the creation of Tighties in 2022.

Dan Uyemura

Dan Uyemura is a resilient entrepreneur whose journey began with childhood ventures like paper routes and brownie stands, and continued through the early days of the internet boom. In his formative years, he founded Mixture.com, a promising platform that rode the dot-com wave. However, after a period of unfulfilling work in application development, his entrepreneurial fire began to fade. When he lost his job at Myspace, a new opportunity arose while helping a friend open a gym. Frustrated by the outdated software used in the fitness industry, Dan saw a chance to create user-friendly software for small gym owners. This led him to craft a solution tailored to their needs, reigniting his passion for innovation.

Lindsay Nahmiache

Lindsay, founder and CEO of Jive PR + Digital, has built a reputation for helping brands scale by blending venture and private equity-inspired strategies with her global branding expertise. Her approach, rooted in data-driven results and a deep understanding of branding, aligns both internal and external stakeholders, driving clear and unified outcomes. Her leadership has been instrumental in the success of her agency and extends to various ventures, with a portfolio that includes 13 companies spanning industries like med-tech and international music-tech, along with notable exits and a double unicorn achievement.

Ed Terebus

Ed Terebus is a visionary in the haunted attraction industry, beginning his journey in 1981 as a passionate hobbyist. After two decades of growth and experimentation through three temporary locations, Ed, brother Jim and their team acquired what is now known as Erebus, a sprawling half-mile indoor maze that spans four thrilling stories of chilling excitement. Under Their leadership, Erebus has garnered numerous accolades, including the prestigious Guinness World Record for the world's longest walk-through haunted attraction from 2005 to 2009, and recognition as the best haunted house in the nation by USA Today in 2019.

AJ Mizes

AJ is a distinguished talent and HR aficionado with over a decade of experience in Career Coaching and Human Resources. He has earned recognition from NBC, CBS, FOX, ABC, The International Business Times, and Yahoo! News for his innovative approaches in the field. In 2023, A.J. was honored as the #1 Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year by USA TODAY, a testament to his impact and leadership in the industry. As the CEO of The Human Reach, a renowned human potential institute, A.J. empowers high-achieving professionals to secure their dream careers swiftly and provides executive coaching to Silicon Valley's top leaders.

Isabele (Bela) Lodygensky

Isabele is a cross-functional leader and change agent who specializes in coaching and advising C-level executives, senior management, and teams to boost employee engagement, retention, and profitability. With experience across various industries in Spain, Brazil, and the United States, she has successfully guided organizations and individuals through major transformations. Her strength lies in building trust, credibility, and understanding personal motivators. Isabele has worked with global companies like Heineken, Shell, KPMG, American Airlines, and Porsche, helping them overcome challenges and improve performance.

Robert Gill

Robert Gill grew up in Bayonne, New Jersey. His father struggled, working three jobs to support their family, and funds were always tight. There was absolutely zero financial education which resulted in a constant fear of the unknown: money. Since then, Rob has been obsessed with providing the much-needed financial education so that no one has to experience the pain and helplessness that his family did.

Justin Skeesuck

Justin Skeesuck, living with a progressive neuromuscular disease, redefines possibility. He made history by completing the epic 500-mile Camino de Santiago pilgrimage in a wheelchair with his best friend Patrick Gray; a feat captured in the award-winning film and bestselling book, both titled "I'll Push You." Now as a growth consultant, bestselling author, and international speaker, Justin empowers individuals and organizations to reach their full potential. He transforms businesses, audiences, and ignites hearts with messages of resilience and possibility.

Justin Kenna

Justin Kenna is the CEO of GameSquare Holdings, Inc., a leading esports and gaming company that connects brands and game publishers with Millennial and Gen Z audiences. Under his leadership, GameSquare integrates global brands into gaming communities through its media agencies, data solutions, SaaS platforms, esports organizations, and content studio. Kenna’s strategic approach has attracted high-profile investors, including Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and the Goff Family, positioning GameSquare as a major player in the gaming and esports industry.

Riggs Eckelberry

Riggs Eckelberry is an entrepreneur dedicated to transforming the water industry, which is facing major challenges. As the CEO of OriginClear, he has developed groundbreaking solutions, including technologies to treat wastewater efficiently without chemicals, helping businesses manage rising water costs. Riggs also explores new financial models, like creating "water stablecoins" — a cryptocurrency backed by water assets — to tap into emerging investment opportunities. His approach, called Break To Build™, is focused on rebuilding and innovating an outdated industry.

Ajay Malik

Ajay Malik is a visionary leader and technologist known for his expertise in delivering cutting-edge technology products and building high-performing teams. His career is marked by innovation, with over 90 patents to his name and the authorship of two influential books: "RTLS for Dummies" and "Artificial Intelligence for Wireless Networking." Ajay has made significant contributions to fields such as real-time location systems (RTLS), artificial intelligence, wireless networking, and cloud applications. His leadership at Secomind, where he spearheads the development of AI-driven solutions through their platform StudioX, reflects his dedication to helping businesses harness AI to stay ahead in competitive markets.

Laurie Nilo Klug

After being unemployed for a year following graduation and struggling through countless failed interviews, Laurie realized why she wasn't landing the job offers she had hoped for despite her impressive resume filled with internships. It became clear that the key to success wasn't about having a perfectly polished resume or attending every networking event. Instead, it was about applying to jobs that aligned with her goals and presenting the best version of herself during the application and interview process. With this shift in strategy, she was able to secure a job that felt like a dream and turned her experience around.

Rich Christiansen

Rich is the founder of the Entrepreneur Leadership Center and former Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Southern Utah University. He also served on the Utah State Board of Higher Education. Throughout his career, he has founded or co-founded 51 businesses, with 16 achieving multimillion-dollar success. Rich is a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. At 53, his life took an unexpected turn when a DNA test uncovered a complex and life-altering truth about his parents, reshaping his understanding of his identity.

John Barrett

John Barrett is a marketing and branding expert and the Founder and CEO of Dorothy House Media, a company built by the entrepreneur for the entrepreneur. With a strategic vision and a talent for storytelling, John helps businesses thrive by connecting with audiences through innovative branding and creative marketing. His expertise spans media, merchandise, and music, all driven by a passion for elevating brands and empowering entrepreneurs.

Riggs Eckelberry

Riggs Eckelberry is an entrepreneur dedicated to transforming the water industry, which is facing major challenges. As the CEO of OriginClear, he has developed groundbreaking solutions, including technologies to treat wastewater efficiently without chemicals, helping businesses manage rising water costs. Riggs also explores new financial models, like creating "water stablecoins" — a cryptocurrency backed by water assets — to tap into emerging investment opportunities. His approach, called Break To Build™, is focused on rebuilding and innovating an outdated industry.

Christian Petermann

Christian Petermann is a visionary designer known for creating high-end collectibles, including those themed around iconic figures and shows such as Casa de Papel (Money Heist), Queen Elizabeth II, Rocky Balboa, and Winston Churchill. His cutting-edge approach to banknote and coin design integrates advanced technologies like Augmented Reality (AR), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and cryptocurrency, pushing the boundaries of traditional currency. Additionally, he is an innovative game developer, blending his expertise in digital realms with physical collectibles to create unique, interactive experiences.

Christoph Heuermann

Christoph Heuermann, serial entrepreneur and founder of denationalize.me, is a passionate perpetual traveler who has traveled to every country in the world. His company is dedicated to helping individuals achieve tax-free living and apply flag theory to their lives. The flag theory is based on one simple, logical motto, “Go where they treat you best.”

Kelly Meerbott

Kelly Meerbott is an accomplished leadership expert, TEDx speaker, author, podcast host, and facilitator known for her transformative coaching. Growing up as the daughter of George Burns III, a PGA Tour professional with 80 top 10 finishes, Kelly learned early on the value of a great coach. Her father’s coach played a crucial role in channeling his talent, inspiring Kelly to pursue coaching as her career. While working at a Fortune 500 company, she discovered her natural ability as a mentor and educator, driving substantial improvements in morale, reducing office politics, and boosting productivity across the organization.

Helene Cahen

Helene Cahen is an experienced innovation strategist, facilitator, and speaker with over 20 years of expertise in guiding organizations through innovation challenges. As the founder of Fire Up Innovation Consulting, she has worked with Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, and nonprofits to foster innovation, develop new products and services, and build high-performing teams. Her approach emphasizes user-centered design and creative problem-solving to support organizational growth and innovation.

Dr. Roger A. Gerard

Dr. Roger A. Gerard is the owner of Sloan & Gerard Consulting, a private firm providing executive and board-level services in strategic planning, executive coaching, and management development, with a focus on process improvement and lean methodologies for measurable organizational growth. He previously served as Chief Learning Officer at ThedaCare, where he worked for 23 years before retiring in 2014. Dr. Gerard is the author of Owning the Room: Leading with Mind, Heart and Spirit and the upcoming book Lead With Purpose: Reignite Passion and Engagement for Professionals in Crisis, as well as the co-author of On the Mend: Revolutionizing Healthcare to Save Lives and Transform the Industry.

Rachel Strella

Rachel Strella is the owner and founder of Strella Social Media, a digital marketing agency specializing in social media management. With a degree in Communications and a background in journalism, Rachel leverages her expertise in storytelling across various platforms including her blog, social media channels, and syndicated content. Her dedication to entrepreneurship and small business growth extends beyond her professional endeavors, as she actively mentors and advises aspiring business owners.

Richard Huffman

Richard Huffman started his entrepreneurial journey in 1994 by opening his first preschool in Ellicott City, Maryland. Over time, he expanded his business into Huffman Family Brands, which now operates across 17 states and includes four companies. As Maryland’s largest early childhood education provider, Huffman further grew his impact by franchising the Celebree School model in 2019. This allowed families, entrepreneurs, and corporate professionals to open their own schools. Since then, he has awarded 92 franchise agreements, with 72 more in development, resulting in over 50 schools across the U.S. and 164 more in progress, positioning Celebree Schools among top competitors like Primrose and Goddard.

Elise Hart Kipness

Elise Hart Kipness, once a top sports reporter for Fox Sports Net, left television to raise her family and later found a passion for writing. Drawing from her experience in sports and crime reporting, she created the hit thriller series featuring sports reporter Kate Green, who solves murders. Like her character, Elise once chased marquee athletes through venues like Madison Square Garden, reporting to national audiences on major events like the Olympics, NBA Finals, World Series, and more.

Jenna Capozzi

Jenna Capozzi, founder of Jennacapozzi.com, brings over 30 years of C-level executive experience, having led innovative projects for global brands like Samsung, Target, and BMW. She has also produced notable films such as Monsters, Inc. and popular TV shows. Transitioning from Hollywood to mentoring, Jenna now dedicates herself to empowering the next generation of leaders, particularly female entrepreneurs. She focuses on building leadership, confidence, and purpose, helping individuals make a meaningful impact while guiding them through personal growth and community support.

Gary Prenevost

Gary Prenevost is one of North America’s leading franchise search coaches; he is himself a multi-unit franchisee and award-winning author of The Unstoppable Franchisee, 7 Drivers of Next-Level Growth. Gary and his team have guided over 2,000 people through the full scope of their franchise research.