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Robert Heavilin is a Marine Corps veteran (2013–2018) and former contractor who worked alongside allied forces in Afghanistan. After leaving the military, he experienced firsthand the challenges veterans face—struggles with mental health, navigating the VA, and finding purpose beyond the uniform. In response, he founded The Heavys' Hitters Project, a mission-driven organization focused on veteran mental health, suicide prevention, and building a space for real, unfiltered conversations.

Robert speaks openly about the realities many veterans live with—PTSD, transition, and the burden of service—offering hard-earned insight and a no-BS perspective. Whether he’s addressing the "22 a Day" crisis or challenging the stigma around seeking help, Robert is committed to changing the narrative and creating a community where veterans are seen, heard, and supported.

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David Nordel is a retired U.S. Air Force Command Chief Master Sergeant, emergency nurse, and seasoned emergency manager with over 30 years of global service. He is a mentor, speaker, and best-selling author of Giving Back! Life and Leadership from the Farm to the Combat Zone and Beyond. Passionate about leadership and veteran transition, Dave shares hard-earned insights on resilience, service, and mental health with audiences across the country.

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Anjana Sreedhar is the author of Health Care of a Thousand Slights, a powerful exploration of health disparities among marginalized communities in the United States. With a background in health care research, marketing, and now hospital operations in New York City, Anjana brings both academic and frontline insight to her work.

She has spoken to clinical and student audiences across the country and has been featured in interviews with organizations such as Becker’s Healthcare. Anjana holds a BA in International Relations and an MPA in Health Policy and Management from New York University.

Outside of her professional life, she enjoys singing in choir, taking long walks through the city, and spending time with friends and family.

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Tony Redondo is a seasoned financial services professional with over 36 years of industry experience and is a fully qualified Associate of the Chartered Institute of Bankers. Having held senior management roles across major banks and brokerages, Tony founded Cosmos Currency Exchange in 2020 to bridge the gap between traditional, relationship-based service and modern financial technology.

Frustrated by the impersonal, transaction-focused approach of many competitors, Tony built Cosmos on a foundation of proactive client support, real-time market monitoring, and personalized service. With local collection accounts across the U.S., Canada, and the EU, Cosmos simplifies cross-border transfers while maintaining an unwavering commitment to trust and excellence—earning business solely through referrals, not advertising.

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Kelly Meloche has a remarkable talent for connecting the threads of people’s lives and weaving them into powerful, meaningful stories. As a compelling speaker, she captivates audiences and encourages deep introspection, prompting listeners to reflect on their personal journeys—their how’s and why’s—with renewed clarity and purpose. Her words empower others to live more intentionally and to embrace the stories they were always meant to tell.

With a career rooted in human connection, Kelly serves as a Funeral Celebrant, Wedding Officiant, and the founder of one of Canada’s pioneering medical travel agencies. Her book, Leaving Your Light On: Inspirational Stories of Unforgettable Lives , stands as a heartfelt tribute to the impact we leave behind, reminding us that our stories can become lasting legacies for those we love.

Conversations with Kelly are invitations to rediscover the hidden corners of ourselves and reconsider the narratives we carry. Through her presence and insight, she instills a sense of worthiness and curiosity, inspiring others to approach life with renewed energy, wonder, and intention.

• (00:00:00) - Celebrants of Life

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Abigail Banda is a driven entrepreneur and final-year student at York University, where she is completing an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies. Balancing creativity with business acumen, she runs a small business that offers handcrafted buttons and bookmarks, reflecting her eye for detail and passion for design.

Abigail is also a self-published author of romance and fantasy novels available on Amazon. Her Lincoln's School of Magic series, inspired by her love for Harry Potter, showcases her imaginative storytelling, while her novella To Love Again draws from real-life experiences to explore themes of resilience and love.

With a deep passion for storytelling, design, and entrepreneurship, Abigail is committed to building a brand that merges her academic insight with her creative ambitions—and she looks forward to continuing to grow as both an artist and a businesswoman.

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Blanca Rodriguez is the Owner and CEO of Wounded Healer, LLC, where she integrates nearly two decades of experience in massage therapy with a diverse suite of holistic services. A certified massage therapist for over 18 years and a certified canine massage therapist for 8, Blanca also leads fitness instruction for adults 55+, offers bilingual holistic life coaching, and engages audiences as a dynamic speaker, podcaster, and Amazon best-selling co-author.

A dedicated mentor and leader, Blanca is an active member of the American Massage Therapy Association and serves as both a mentor and Vice President of Public Relations for Talking Heads of Stuart Toastmasters and Puerto Rico Toastmasters Club. She is also a member of Treasure Coast Advanced Toastmasters. Fluent in English and Spanish, she brings a deep commitment to community and communication to everything she does.

Blanca actively volunteers with several impactful organizations, including The Inner Truth Project, supporting survivors of sexual violence; The Pet Cottage, which provides homes for senior dogs whose owners have passed away or been deployed; and The Humane Society of Saint Lucie County, a no-kill animal shelter.

With heart, healing, and advocacy at the center of her work, Blanca Rodriguez continues to empower people—and pets—on their journey toward wellness and wholeness.

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Daniel Dluzneski is a nationally recognized school safety expert with extensive experience in crisis preparedness and response. He has observed, participated in, and supervised hundreds of active shooter drills within a school system serving over 100,000 students. With a deep commitment to student and staff safety, Daniel brings firsthand knowledge, practical strategies, and leadership to one of the most critical areas in education today. His work continues to shape effective protocols and foster safer learning environments across the country.

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Jessica Upton is the founder of J.Upton Travel, where she curates seamless luxury travel experiences for busy professionals, families, and corporate groups. With a background in high-end event planning and a personal understanding of family travel, Jessica combines precision, creativity, and care to deliver stress-free, unforgettable journeys tailored to each client’s needs.

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David Fradin is a seasoned product management and marketing expert with a distinguished career that spans over five decades. Since 1969, he has been instrumental in building and leading the development of successful products across a wide range of industries. His journey includes key roles at iconic companies such as Hewlett-Packard (HP) and Apple, where he operated at the same management level as Steve Jobs during a pivotal time in the company's growth and innovation.

At Apple, David was involved in strategic product decisions that helped shape the company’s early trajectory, bringing firsthand insight into what it takes to develop world-class, market-leading technologies. His experience is not limited to large corporations—David has also worked on 75 different products and services across eleven startups, giving him a rich, hands-on understanding of the entire product lifecycle, from ideation to launch and beyond.

David is the founder and president of a professional development company that specializes in training individuals and teams to build what he calls "insanely great products." His training programs focus on product management, product marketing, and organizational excellence, and he has educated thousands of managers and executives around the globe, sharing the methodologies and insights he learned from decades of practical experience.

In addition to his consulting and teaching, David Fradin is a published author with several books to his name that reflect his deep expertise and thought leadership in the field of product management. His writing emphasizes actionable strategies, customer-centric design, and the leadership skills required to create exceptional products that resonate with users and stand the test of time.

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