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Christy is the founder & CEO of Team Podcast, a full-service podcast production company based in Key West, FL. Since Christy is a podcast host at heart, she set out to build a business enabling her to leave the golden handcuffs of corporate life in South Carolina, and move to a place where she can be out, open, and happy!:) Christy just recently launched a new podcast, entitled Podcast Rescue. The show explores how Christy helps her clients move from the "messy middle" of podcasting to the "magic middle."

Ryan has always been a nerd. Knowing about the latest and greatest technology went from a hobby to a career when he started working at Apple. Leveraging what he learned in the corporate environment, Ryan launched OddJobb.com - a platform that helps businesses ensure their employees feel valued through employee experience services. Ryan also owns a consulting firm where he helps clients like Rich Dad Education, Fresh Start, and InRoute improve all aspects of their tech infrastructure.

Ryan has always been a nerd. Knowing about the latest and greatest technology went from a hobby to a career when he started working at Apple. Leveraging what he learned in the corporate environment, Ryan launched OddJobb.com - a platform that helps businesses ensure their employees feel valued through employee experience services. Ryan also owns a consulting firm where he helps clients like Rich Dad Education, Fresh Start, and InRoute improve all aspects of their tech infrastructure.

Tracey Minutolo is a side hustle coach who helps motivated 9 to 5'ers launch and grow profitable side businesses they're passionate about. When she's not coaching, she's probably playing with microorganisms at her day job, checking out the latest craft beer release, or hanging out in the San Diego sunshine.

Tracey Minutolo is a side hustle coach who helps motivated 9 to 5'ers launch and grow profitable side businesses they're passionate about. When she's not coaching, she's probably playing with microorganisms at her day job, checking out the latest craft beer release, or hanging out in the San Diego sunshine.

Thommy is a serial entrepreneur with two core beliefs. The first, the idea of going to school, getting a job, & retiring early...it just doesn’t work, and the second, all humans have greatness and the ability to do what they love. By combining these two principles, Thommy focuses on transforming network marketers from pushy, desperate recruiters into magnetic, confident people you actually want to do business with.

Thommy is a serial entrepreneur with two core beliefs. The first, the idea of going to school, getting a job, & retiring early...it just doesn't work, and the second, all humans have greatness and the ability to do what they love. By combining these two principles, Thommy focuses on transforming network marketers from pushy, desperate recruiters into magnetic, confident people you actually want to do business with.

Jason Behrmann serves as the Vice-President and Chief of Communications for Queer Tech Montreal, a community advocacy group for LGBTQ professionals in the tech startup sector. He completed his doctorate in biomedical science from the University of Montréal and a post-doctorate at McGill. His research focused on assessing the social and ethical implications of technologies in healthcare for LGBTQ populations and Queer rights in medicine. A long-time out entrepreneur, he currently is a communications strategist in science and technology.

Jason Behrmann serves as the Vice-President and Chief of Communications for Queer Tech Montreal, a community advocacy group for LGBTQ professionals in the tech startup sector. He completed his doctorate in biomedical science from the University of Montréal and a post-doctorate at McGill. His research focused on assessing the social and ethical implications of technologies in healthcare for LGBTQ populations and Queer rights in medicine. A long-time out entrepreneur, he currently is a communications strategist in science and technology.

Davis founded Davis Law Office in 2010 after nearly a decade of practicing in the corporate department of a larger law firm. Armed with this experience and knowledge of legal solutions used by large entities, Davis set out to bring the same level of service to smaller organizations and individuals. The mission was three-fold: provide top-notch legal work, charge fair prices for it, and never stop evolving to meet the changing needs of clients. Over seven years and more than 900 clients later, Davis is proud of the assistance DLO provides for companies large and small, and the expanding service they now offer for individuals and families.