Sharon L. Tasman, Esq is a seasoned business, technology, and life sciences attorney with over 30 years of experience, including 15 years at a top global law firm and in-house roles in biotech. As founder of HTBiz Law, she brings “big law” expertise to entrepreneurs, solo professionals, and small businesses. Sharon is passionate about empowering women and other underrepresented founders with the legal tools they need to succeed. Learn more at https://www.HTBizLaw.com.

Ryan Hogan is a Navy Reservist, serial entrepreneur, and CEO of Talent Harbor, a flat-fee recruiting service built for growing small businesses. After scaling Hunt A Killer to over 50M he launched Talent Harbor to fix the broken hiring system and help businesses find top talent without bloated commissions. For more information, https://www.talentharbor.com

Toni Johnson is the Head Chef and CEO of The Jamaican Pattie Shop. A plant-based culinary innovator and business powerhouse, she’s turned her passion for Caribbean flavors into a nationally recognized brand with her Jamaican patties. She specializes in vegan and gluten-free patty delights as well. With deep roots in cultural heritage and a bold entrepreneurial spirit, Toni is redefining how authentic comfort food scales in today’s market. For more info, https://www.thejamaicanpattieshop.com

Website: www.thejamaicanpattieshop.com

Sherill Mosee, CEO of MinkeeBlue, is a visionary with a passion for fashion, innovation, and sustainability. With a keen eye for design and a dedication to creating products that solve everyday challenges, MinkeeBlue is committed to crafting bags that inspire confidence and empower the everyday traveler. Their bags are sold online and in Macy’s stores. For more information, https://www.minkeeblue.com

Website: https://www.minkeeblue.com

Natalia Caylor, Ph.D. is the founder of Hola Insights, a market research firm specializing in multicultural and mainstream insights. As a bilingual qualitative researcher and moderator, she helps brands and organizations connect with diverse audiences through data-driven strategies. Her expertise guides clients in understanding cultural nuances to drive meaningful engagement. For more information: https://holainsights.com

Website: https://holainsights.com

Natalia Infante Caylor, PhD, is the founder of Hola Insights, a market research firm specializing in multicultural and mainstream insights. As a bilingual qualitative researcher and moderator, she helps brands and organizations connect with diverse audiences through data-driven strategies. Her expertise guides clients in understanding cultural nuances to drive meaningful engagement. For more information https://holainsights.com/

Toni L. Johnson is the Head Chef and CEO of The Jamaican Pattie Shop. A plant-based culinary innovator and business powerhouse, she’s turned her passion for Caribbean flavors into a nationally recognized brand with her Jamaican patties. She specializes in vegan and gluten-free patty delights as well. With deep roots in cultural heritage and a bold entrepreneurial spirit, Toni is redefining how authentic comfort food scales in today’s market. For more info, https://www.thejamaicanpattieshop.com

Sherrill Mosee, CEO of MinkeeBlue, is a visionary with a passion for fashion, innovation, and sustainability. With a keen eye for design and a dedication to creating products that solve everyday challenges, MinkeeBlue is committed to crafting bags that inspire confidence and empower the everyday traveler. Their bags are sold online and in Macy’s stores. For more information https://www.minkeeblue.com

Leyanis Diaz is a Bilingual Business Expert & Consultant, Community & Economic Development Leader, and the visionary Founder of MAJOR, an online platform dedicated to supporting diverse entrepreneurs. With over a decade of experience empowering small business owners and professionals across the U.S. and Latin America, Leyanis helps bridge the language and resource gaps that often hold entrepreneurs back. Her work has impacted startups, nonprofits, and economic development organizations alike, helping them better reach and serve multicultural communities through inclusive programming, training, and strategy. Her mission is simple: to make business education and support accessible, actionable, and culturally relevant. For more information: https://wearemajor.com

Website:  https://leyanisdiaz.com

Tara Landes is the founder of Bellrock Benchmarking, a Canadian consulting firm specializing in solving complex business challenges and driving lasting organizational change. With over 25 years of experience, she has advised 300+ small business leaders and led 950+ graduates through Bellrock’s management training programs. Tara holds certifications in Change Management (PROSCI) and is a Licensed Influence Trainer with The Cialdini Institute. A dynamic speaker, she has presented for organizations like TEC Canada and Engineers and Geoscientists BC. For more information: https://www.bellrock.ca

Website: https://www.bellrock.ca

Tara Landes is the founder of Bellrock Benchmarking, a Canadian consulting firm specializing in solving complex business challenges and driving lasting organizational change. With over 25 years of experience, she has advised 300+ small business leaders and led 950+ graduates through Bellrock’s management training programs. Tara holds certifications in Change Management (PROSCI) and is a Licensed Influence Trainer with The Cialdini Institute. A dynamic speaker, she has presented for organizations like TEC Canada and Engineers and Geoscientists BC. For more information: http://www.bellrock.ca

Leyanis Diaz is a Bilingual Business Expert & Consultant, Community & Economic Development Leader, and the visionary Founder of MAJOR, an online platform dedicated to supporting diverse entrepreneurs. With over a decade of experience empowering small business owners and professionals across the U.S. and Latin America, Leyanis helps bridge the language and resource gaps that often hold entrepreneurs back. Her work has impacted startups, nonprofits, and economic development organizations alike, helping them better reach and serve multicultural communities through inclusive programming, training, and strategy. Her mission is simple: to make business education and support accessible, actionable, and culturally relevant. For more information: https://wearemajor.com