Deborah has additionally authored peer-reviewed articles, is co-editor of Spiritual Assessment and Intervention with Older Adults, and a frequent expert guest for syndicated and local talk radio shows, international and local podcasts, and print and online media outlets.She has been quoted in The New York Times, Seattle Times, Dallas Times and contributes to Thrive Global. Her research covers a wide range of topics related to aging, including depression identification, dementia, and frailty with grants awarded from NIA/NIH and Pfizer.

She received an international award for her research on depression identification, as well as serving for 9 years on the Board of the State Society on Aging of New York and was President in 2008. Later In 2016, she served as President of Queens Psychological Association in New York.

Andy Paige: Captivating Style Expert, Best-Selling Author, and Inventive Entrepreneur

Andy Paige’s dynamic career combines her knack for captivating audiences with her unparalleled expertise in style, beauty, and innovative product design. A former QVC guest host, Andy effortlessly blends her charisma with cutting-edge consumer advertising to create compelling product showcases that resonate with viewers.

Andy is also the creator and host of The Dating Lab with the Hillbilly Yenta, a podcast and YouTube series exploring the highs and lows of modern dating. With engaging and humorous guests from diverse walks of life, she delves into the realities, frustrations, and solutions of today’s dating world, offering insights with her signature charm and wit.

Andy’s international best-selling book, STYLE ON A SHOESTRING—now translated into three languages—has solidified her reputation as a "fabulously frugal" fashion expert. This expertise was further showcased through hundreds of transformative makeovers on over 200 episodes of television aired in 14 countries. TV Guide fittingly crowned her the “Budget Bombshell,” a title she’s earned through her vibrant personality and creative approach to affordable style.

With appearances on NBC’s Emmy-winning Starting Over, TLC’s Ten Years Younger, STYLE Network’s How Do I Look, and SOAP NET’s Soap Talk, Andy has become a trusted name in red-carpet style and life-changing image makeovers. She even brought her budget-savvy magic to NBC’s Celebrity Apprentice, proving that “you don’t have to spend a fortune to look like a million.”

Andy’s influence extends to the airwaves, where she inspires listeners nationwide with her playful beauty and style tips on stations like KJOY 98.3 in New York and JQ99 in Michigan. Her former role on the nationally syndicated Kim Iverson Show further amplified her voice as a style icon.

In addition to her media career, Andy is a prolific inventor and entrepreneur. She introduced the world to the GirlyGoGarter®—an internationally patented, smart, sexy garter with pockets that safely holds everything from phones and credit cards to insulin pumps and microphones. The garter’s innovative GentleFlex™ Grippers ensure it stays in place, even during high-energy moments. This ingenious product, along with its line extensions UnderWraps® and GlitzyGoGarter®, has reached over 6,500 stores worldwide, including 4,500 CVS locations in the U.S.

Andy’s creative flair also shines in her line of products, including ANDY PAIGE COSMETIC BRUSHES and CENTS OF STYLE® ACCESSORY SUITES™, making her a household name in budget-friendly glamour.

Whether she’s transforming lives on television, captivating listeners on the radio, or innovating products that empower women, Andy Paige embodies style, substance, and entrepreneurial brilliance.

With 13 years of corporate finance experience, including 9 years at Ernst & Young in the USA and Bulgaria, Vesela has transformed her life from a low-confidence auditor into a passionate coach. Now an NLP Practitioner and NLP Master, Vesela is dedicated to helping others achieve personal and professional growth.

Vesela’s personal journey, from struggling with self-esteem to becoming confident and decisive, fuels her favorite podcast topic: Building Confidence. She explores actionable strategies for overcoming limiting beliefs, embracing authenticity, and stepping out of comfort zones.

Another focus is Mastering Your Life, where she discusses how to shift from living by force to living by power, diving into the transition from Newtonian to quantum reality.

You can connect with Vesela at https://elitementorshiptrainer.com/veselamangeyna/

He has been featured as a guest on "Oprah and Friends," where he was interviewed by Maya Angelou. He has hosted his own personal development show on PBS' online radio.Dr. John Oda is recognized as one of the top entrepreneurs worldwide.

Dr. Oda is frequently called upon to provide Corporate Training, Keynote addresses, Workshops, and Seminars for many of our fortune 500 companies in the United States as well as across the Middle East and Europe.

Originally from Poland, Jarek embarked on his journey to achieve the American Dream, recognizing that every role, from dishwasher to boss, played a pivotal part in his development.As the owner-operator of Peoples Choice Apartments LLC, Jarek has grown his real estate empire to one of the largest singularly owned real estate holding companies without investor equity in the country. Over the years, he has remediated and renovated countless properties, not only improving financial performance but also enhancing the overall living conditions for his tenants, a problem Jarek frequently experienced when he immigrated in the 90s.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Jarek is a fervent advocate for mental health awareness and support. Having navigated his own demons with depression, he shares his deeply personal journey to inspire hope and resilience. As a man who came from nothing and built a hugely successful company, Jarek struggled to understand how you can have “everything in the world, but still feel alone, unworthy, and miserable.”Jarek believes mental health is a systematic epidemic that must be addressed more publicly, regardless of social status. A life altering accident and COVID awakened his passion to write his forthcoming book, Not Enoughness: The Gift and The Curse.

Matt Karamazov is the lead researcher and writer for Stairway to Wisdom, where he crafts insightful book breakdowns and a weekly newsletter dedicated to inspiring and empowering readers. Based in Canada, Matt is passionately devoted to promoting literacy, teaching children how to read, and encouraging individuals to uncover the transformative knowledge and wisdom found in history's greatest books.

Matt’s professional journey has been anything but conventional. From working as a nightclub bouncer to leading an international record label with worldwide distribution, his varied career experiences have shaped his unique perspective. Ultimately, his love for literature and its life-changing potential led him to dedicate himself fully to Stairway to Wisdom.

Over the course of eight years, Matt meticulously read and took notes on more than 1,000 books, experiencing firsthand the profound impact of great literature. This inspired him to create book summaries that go beyond the surface—infused with genuine passion, thoughtfulness, and a commitment to excellence. Matt aims to fill a gap in the market by producing summaries that are not only comprehensive but also written with heart and deep respect for readers.

At Stairway to Wisdom, Matt and his team strive to share the most valuable insights from exceptional books, empowering readers to bring positive, radical change to their lives. Driven by his belief in the power of ideas, Matt remains grateful for every individual who embarks on this journey of discovery alongside him.