Andy Crocker is an aerospace executive with three decades of experience across human and robotic exploration, hypersonics, and missile defense. He’s held senior leadership roles, developed innovative technologies, and managed complex system programs for NASA, commercial, and Department of Defense customers, culminating in building the Human Landing System. He’s an Associate Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. He holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in engineering, humanities, management, and leadership. This multidisciplinary educational background and diverse career shaped his perspective that led to “The Unconditionals”, in which he reveals the foundational, timeless values that help readers unlock the potential for their greatest personal and professional fulfillment. He recently founded Overview Affection, a company that aims to extend the values contained in “The Unconditionals” to individuals and organizations. For more information, visit andycrockerbooks.com.

Author of “Developing Authentic Leaders,” Jennifer Jensen brings a unique perspective shaped by years of leading high-accountability teams without traditional authority. She specializes in developing emerging managers and directors, bridging critical leadership capability gaps through practical, actionable strategies. For more information, visit authenticleader.ca.

Fran Benjamin has guided people and organizations through strategic transformations for the past twenty years as Head of People for GRAIL Inc. and leading Diversity Strategy at AirBNB. She one of the founding partners at Good Works Consulting where she helps make organizations work. For good. For all. With the way DEI discussed in our current political climate, Fran is providing strategies to her clients that are more relevant than ever. With her HR and organizational transformation backgrounds, she defends humanity in the workplace and balance effective messaging in potentially difficult company cultures. For more information, visit goodworks.consulting.

With over 30 years of leadership and coaching experience, Kim partners with purpose-driven women over 40 who are ready to lead more boldly and authentically. Her coaching blends deep organizational insight with a heart-centered approach, guiding clients to strengthen their voice, expand their impact, and lead with both courage and connection. Kim’s Core Mission is to help women bridge differences, uplift others, and foster inclusive, values-based leadership in their organizations and communities. For more information, visit onevoiceevolving.com.

Everett O’Keefe is a Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and International #1 Bestselling Author. As the founder of Ignite Press—a hybrid publishing company specializing in helping entrepreneurs, business people, and medical professionals ignite their businesses by becoming bestselling authors, Everett and his team have helped create and launch more than 95 bestselling books for his clients. In addition, Everett loves to speak across the nation on the power of publishing.

Sought out as a speaker, coach, and consultant by authors and marketing experts worldwide, Everett has a passion for entrepreneurialism. By helping his clients become recognized experts in their fields through speaking and authorship—with their bestselling books in hand—he supports them in sharing their gifts with a growing audience. For more information, visit IgnitePress.us. For a complimentary copy of his “The Power of the Published” click https://mypodcastperk.com/.

Susan Santiago is a dynamic force with a life as colorful and varied as her career. From navigating the high-stakes world of corporate troubleshooting at IBM in San Francisco to managing historic high-rises like the iconic Shell Building, Susan thrives on challenge and change. Her career spans the gamut, administering justice in the U.S. Attorney’s Office, advocating for families in the Child Support Division, and even diving into the fast-paced arena of political campaigns.

For 15 years, she lent her voice to the airwaves as a passionate radio programmer at KWMR, connecting communities from Marin to the world. Today, she channels her deep commitment to fairness as a mediator, resolving conflicts in Sonoma County’s civil courts. Born with a knack for adaptation, thanks to an RCA-engineer dad who kept her childhood on the move, Susan carries that same fearless spirit into her love of competitive swimming and her relentless pursuit of justice. Whether in the pool (one of her passions), the courtroom, or the studio, she’s all about making waves—with purpose, passion, and a whole lot of heart.

In 2020, Dan Bowling, President of The Genesis Company, purchased a 30-year-old company and transformed it into a globally recognized consumer products commercialization firm. Under his leadership, the company introduced multiple award-winning products and services that have tripled its revenue since the acquisition. This transformation has elevated Genesis into an award-winning sales and marketing firm, earning prestigious accolades such as Inc Magazine’s list three times, Sales Firm of the Year in 2024, and a Global Award for its industry’s Amazon division. For more information, visit thegenesiscompany.com.

Jon Chandonnet was on the fast track to success, earning his master’s from MIT and leading teams to develop software to launch startups, while also scaling mountain peaks and running marathons. But at 33, his life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. For years, Jon lived in denial, ignoring his condition as he pushed himself to even greater extremes. In this quest, Jon identified seven foundational elements for creating one’s healthiest, most fulfilled life. Drawing on his software background, he realized humans, like computers, process daily inputs that shape their outputs. Jon distilled these insights into the 7 VIBRANTs™ well-being system, a holistic framework to mindfully curate the inputs we receive through food, thoughts, emotions and social interactions. This allows anyone to naturally cultivate the vibrant life they desire with greater focus, persistence, joy and ease. For more information, visit vibrantuacademy.com.

Rear Admiral Michael Giorgione served 29 years on active duty in the United States Navy, retiring in 2010. He served as the Commander of Camp David for President Bill Clinton and President George W. Bush, working under the White House Military Office (WHMO), the organization also responsible for Air Force One, Marine One, the Military Aides, and other WHMO units. He is the author of “Inside Camp David”, the first insider account, timed to the 75th anniversary of Camp David. Camp David is American diplomacy’s secret weapon. He is a much sought after speaker and educator throughout the United States and the world. For more information, visit www.insidecampdavid.com.

William has become a trusted voice in leadership, blending decades of experience with a genuine passion for guiding others. He’s the kind of leader who doesn’t just talk about success—he builds it, one relationship, one project, one person at a time. William believes that leadership isn’t about power—it’s about people. Loyalty, support, guidance, and empathy aren’t just buzzwords to him; they’re the foundation of how he’s led for nearly four decades. William C. Davis’ mission is clear: nurture the next generation of leaders while keeping ethics and humanity front and center. For more information, visit williamcdavis.net.

Christine Blosdale is The Expert Authority Coach, bringing over 25 years of experience to help entrepreneurs and businesses tackle their toughest challenges and achieve lasting success. As an internationally recognized media personality, five-time #1 bestselling author, and former contributor for industry giants like America Online and Microsoft, Christine has helped countless clients dominate their niches and accelerate their growth. Christine specializes in Personal Branding, Social Media Strategies, Podcasting Mastery, and Custom Marketing Tactics that not only amplify your voice, but get results. Her hands-on approach will help you build your authority and attract your ideal audience, turning your expertise into a powerful, profitable brand. For more information, visit christineblosdale.com.

Mari L. McCarthy is Founder and CEO-Chief Empowerment Officer of CreateWriteNow. She teaches holistic-health-conscious people how to use Journaling for The Health of It®️ for self-healing, mental wellness, and personal growth. Unlike traditional journaling methods, Mari’s approach goes beyond the practice of self-expression. It’s a transformative journey of physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. She is the multi award-winning author of “Journaling Power, Heal Your Self with Journaling Power” and “Mindset Medicine: A Journaling Power Self-Love Book.” And she’s also created 20+ Journaling for The Health of It® Workbooks including “Declutter Your Life” and “Love Your Body.” For more information, visit at CreateWriteNow.com.

James Hipkin is a seasoned marketing expert with over 40 years of experience helping businesses connect meaningfully with their customers. He has led global marketing initiatives for brands like Apple, Visa, and Toyota, and is now the CEO of Inn8ly, where he empowers small and medium-sized businesses with AIdriven marketing tools and website solutions. Known for his straightforward approach, James is passionate about making advanced marketing tools accessible and impactful for all. For more information, visit vipchatwithjames.com and inn8ly.com.

Doug C. Brown is the CEO of CEO Sales Strategies and a Sales Revenue and Profit Growth Expert. He has led client award-winning and high-performance teams as well as pioneered profitable development programs for companies. He has advised companies such as Intuit, CBS Television, Procter & Gamble, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Nationwide, Embassy Suites, Inc. 500 to 5000 companies, and thousands of other businesses and entrepreneurs. As an independent division head, Doug created, trained, and presented high-impact, results-oriented web seminars for prospects of Tony Robbins and Chet Holmes. Doug increased their division sales by 864% and close rate by 62% in just six months. Today, he helps companies and individuals increase their sales by incorporating sales revenue and profit growth strategies through the Top 1% Academy, Sales Revenue, and Profit Growth Masterminds. For more information, visit https://ceosalesstrategies.com.

Liz Steblay is the author of the of “Succeeding as a Solopreneur: Six Keys to Taking the Leap, Winning Clients and Building.” She’s the CEO of the ProKo, a national talent agency for independent consultants which she built into a multi-million-dollar business. She created PICA the Professional Independent Consultants of America (PICA) into a nationwide educational organization and community for solopreneurs. Through PICA, she leads webinars, live workshops, bootcamps, and weekly office hours to help people launch and grow the solo career of their dreams. For more information, visit www.sixkeys.info.

Dr. Rob Lion is a seasoned expert in human resource development and organizational behavior with over 20 years of experience fostering workplace cultures that align with organizational goals and employee well-being. As a professor at Idaho State University, Rob has taught and mentored the next generation of leaders in human resource development while consulting with business owners, executives, and community leaders to create human-centric, sustainable systems that enhance employee performance and organizational success. His consultancy, Black River Performance Management, helps organizations improve leadership practices, optimize team performance, and address complex organizational challenges. Rob’s approach is built on a deep understanding of the psychology of work, human behavior, and relationship development, which enables him to offer strategic, evidence-based solutions that drive measurable results. For more information, visit https://blackriverpm.com.

Larry Mandelberg solves complex problems. Consultant, speaker and author represents the 5th generation of his family’s business and 170 years of experience with organizational success. Larry has launched four start-ups, led a merger, and performed a successful turnaround. (That’s evidence of six complex problems, solved.) A prolific writer, he has published more than 80 columns. As a sought-after speaker, Larry has delivered more than 60 business-changing keynotes and workshops. He has been a guest on television and radio programs talking about business and entrepreneurship. His new book, “Businesses Don’t Fail, They Commit Suicide” presents 23 years of primary research into why businesses fail from an entertaining and thought-provoking perspective. For more information, visit www.businessesdontfail.com and www.mandelberg.biz.

Upon winning the First Annual Anita Bloom Ornoff Award for Inspirational Short Story for a piece about her grandfather, Teri Brown began writing in earnest, and has now published four books. In 2020, Teri chose to go on an adventure that changed her outlook on life. She and her husband, Bruce, rode a tandem bicycle across the United States from Astoria, Oregon to Washington DC, successfully raising money for Toys for Tots. She learned she is stronger than she realized and capable of anything she sets her mind to. Her latest book, 10 Little Rules for a Double-Butted Adventure (Feb 2025), is an inspirational look at the life lessons that she learned on this journey. For more information, visit www.terimbrown.com.

Musician and Author Cliff Beach has been performing live for more than 20 years. His single “Confident” was featured on Spotify All Funked Up and Funk Drive playlists with over 1M+ streams. He is the host of the Deeper Grooves Podcast and Deeper Grooves on 885FM. Beach is the author of Side Hustle & Flow, which chronicles his musical journey while still working a day job. He is the winner of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest Grand Prize, 3 World Songwriting Awards, 5 Global Music Awards, a California Music Video & Film Award, an Elite Music Award and nominated for 4 LA Music Awards, 1 Hollywood Music & Media Award, and 1 Independent Music Award and more. His music has recently been featured on the CW, HBO MAX and in a BMW spot. He was nominated for a World Entertainment Award for his audiobook Side Hustle & Flow and has just release the follow up audiobook Side Hustle & Flow: Shape Up. For more information, visit sidehustleandflow.net or contact Cliff by email at cliff@sidehustle.net.

Jenny Harkleroad is a #1 best-selling author, speaker, and mind-change expert. She’s a mother of 4, which is her greatest claim to fame! Jenny is a big-hearted entrepreneur and business leader. Jenny built a business in San Diego over 13 years producing double digits in the millions. With the power of the mind, Jenny overcame her past of chronic pain, addictions, bad relationships, and unhappiness. She never knew how sweet life could be until she changed her mind and that changed everything. Jenny has a dramatic story, breaking her back on a mountain cliff. That event changed everything and gave her a ferocious appetite to transform lives and help others create what’s missing in their lives. For more information, visit https://BalancedYou.org.

Vince Quinn works with entrepreneurs, charitable foundations, and brands to unlock the power of marketing and community building through podcasts. Before jumping into podcasting, Vince spent nearly 10 years in radio, working his way from handing out t-shirts at bars to hosting the nationally syndicated The Vince Quinn Show across 225 stations in the US and Canada. He’s now the host his own show about running business podcasts called “It’s Not Just Talking.” For more information, visit https://sbxproductions.com.

Stewart Ervin, the driving force behind Bracket Management, a premier Fractional CFO company. Stewart is a seasoned expert in the manufacturing industry, with an impressive track record of helping businesses optimize their financial performance and strategic planning. Stewart’s unique approach blends proven corporate results with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by many small businesses. For more information, visit https://www.bracketmgmt.com.

Candice Thomas, author of “Your Vital Personality”, is an award-winning holistic health professional, Enneagram researcher, and international speaker. She holds a bachelor’s degree in molecular and cellular biology (with minors in math, chemistry, physics and English), a master’s degree in acupuncture, and certifications as an Enneagram Accredited Professional and Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique Practitioner. Candice has devoted her life to pursuing higher understanding of consciousness and the source of vitality. For more information, visit yourvitalitypersonality.com.

Jeremy Haselwood is a marketing and business expert with over 25 years of experience working with commercial brands like Coca-Cola and nonprofits like The Salvation Army. He has contributed articles to Forbes.com about personal development and digital fundraising. Jeremy also runs Ampla Marketing & Business Consulting, based in Atlanta. His company provides digital marketing services along with training and leadership workshops. Jeremy combined his years of research and life experience which is in his book “Finding Your Edge: How to Unlock Your Talent and Purpose.” He created a personal development program called “E.D.G.E. Academy,” which teaches you how to maximize your talent and purpose to achieve a more fulfilled life. For more information, visit jeremyhaselwood.com or follow him on LinkedIn.

Rob Tracz is a dynamic coach and speaker specializing in helping driven entrepreneurs break through stagnation to achieve holistic success. As the founder of Prime Performance Coaching, Rob guides clients to ‘Look Good, Feel Good, and Do Great Things’ by blending physical, mental, and emotional strategies that foster resilience, clarity, and peak performance. With a focus on creating awareness and avoiding burnout, Rob’s methods empower entrepreneurs to elevate their lives and businesses simultaneously. For more information, visit https://survivingthesidehustle.com.