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Phil Santoro is an entrepreneur and a co-founder of the startup studio Wilbur Labs. Phil Santoro co-founded Wilbur Labs in 2016 alongside David Kolodny. Based in Miami, Florida, Wilbur Labs turns bold ideas into market-leading companies, having built and invested in over 21 ventures since its inception. Notable portfolio companies include VacationRenter, which became the fastest-growing travel startup to reach $1 billion in gross bookings, and the mobile pet grooming platform Barkbus. Prior to founding Wilbur Labs, Phil served as a Growth Strategist at Google (2013–2016) in Mountain View, California. His entrepreneurial career began early, he founded FreeForums.org while still in high school. Phil scaled the hosting platform to 125 million monthly pageviews before leading it to a strategic acquisition by the publicly traded company CrowdGather Inc. in 2010. Phil is a frequent speaker on entrepreneurship and a contributing author for Inc. Magazine and Fast Company. He holds a BBA in Finance from the University of Cincinnati Carl H. Lindner College of Business. Phil currently lives in Miami, Florida, with his wife, Rubi, and their son.
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Oriana Sparks is a corporate mindfulness expert who teaches teams and leaders how to turn stillness into a competitive advantage. With more than twenty years immersed in meditation, yoga, breathwork, and mind–body practices — and a decade working inside high-pressure corporate environments — Oriana understands stress from both sides of the boardroom table. Before founding **Oriana Sparks Joy**, she spent ten years in corporate communications at top Canadian law firms, where urgency was the norm and burnout was a badge of honour. It was there, in the middle of deadlines, client demands, and the relentless pace of performance culture, that she discovered her life’s work: helping people regulate their nervous systems so they can reclaim their clarity, creativity, and resilience. Today, Oriana is a sought-after speaker known for her warm, grounded presence, data-driven insights, and deeply human storytelling. Her signature talks — including **Calm at Scale**, **Stillness as Rebellion**, and **The Attentional Infrastructure of High-Performing Teams** — blend neuroscience, psychology, lived experience, and accessible mindfulness tools that audiences can use immediately. Her approach is simple but revolutionary: **Stress isn’t the enemy, dysregulation is. When people learn how to come back to themselves, everything changes.** Oriana’s work has touched corporate teams, educators, athletes, and leadership groups across Canada. She specializes in supporting ambitious, high-performing professionals who want sustainable success without sacrificing their well-being. Event organizers book Oriana because she delivers: * **Transformational storytelling** that moves audiences emotionally and leaves them with practical tools. * **Science-backed strategies** for improving focus, communication, and resilience. * **A signature presence** that feels calm, confident, relatable, and real. * **A premium experience** tailored to the transformation each event wants to create. Whether on a main stage or in an intimate workshop, Oriana’s message lands: **Stillness isn’t the pause from life — it’s the power source for it.** She is based in Toronto and speaks for corporations, conferences, schools, and organizations seeking to build regulated, connected, high-performing cultures.
$1,500 - $5,000
Monisha is the award-winning author of Practical Productivity: A Guide to Surviving Life's Juggling Act, the creator of the personal task management app, priorigami, and the founder/CEO of Productivity 101. She helps individuals, teams, and organizations accomplish what matters most through personal productivity resources, strategic talks, interactive workshops, and consulting as a fractional COO.
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Matthew J Smith has developed a career that connects investment experience with direct operational leadership across energy, power, and data center industries. His professional journey reflects nearly two decades of learning, adaptation, and disciplined execution. Through consistent effort, he has combined a strong understanding of markets with hands-on management responsibilities. His focus has remained on thoughtful decision-making and reliable performance, demonstrating an approach grounded in responsibility and practical leadership throughout his career. He began his career in analytical positions that shaped his understanding of how financial systems and industries operate. He studied company fundamentals, evaluated risk, and learned to recognize patterns that drive business results. This early foundation helped him build a disciplined framework for forecasting and investment analysis. The experience also strengthened his ability to approach challenges methodically, preparing him for larger responsibilities that required precision, patience, and awareness of both numbers and people. Matthew advanced into senior investment roles at respected firms, where he managed research and portfolio strategies focused on energy, industrial, and renewable sectors. His approach emphasized careful analysis, collaboration, and risk management. He worked to understand how global trends and economic cycles affect long-term business value. Through these experiences, he developed a balanced investment philosophy that focused on achieving steady results and making responsible decisions, while aligning financial goals with broader organizational priorities. He established his own investment firm, assuming the dual roles of Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer. He created a process built on research, teamwork, and data-driven analysis. Leading the firm required him to oversee operations, recruit talent, and maintain strong relationships with investors. The organization achieved meaningful growth and concluded successfully, reflecting its ability to guide both strategy and execution. His leadership style emphasized structure, accountability, and respect for the long-term interests of clients. Matthew J Smith continued his professional path by moving into public company leadership, serving as Chief Financial Officer and a board member. In this role, he managed complex financial and operational responsibilities while helping stabilize the organization through a period of change. His leadership contributed to economic improvement, operational strength, and a successful corporate transaction that brought value to shareholders. This experience highlighted his ability to unite financial expertise with operational focus in a challenging environment.
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Louis Roden has over 25 years of international organizational development, service culture and leadership development experience. His last corporate role was with Starwood Hotels & Resorts as Director of Organizational Capability, responsible for Starwood’s signature global leadership programs as well as the company’s enterprise-wide team leadership development and service culture practice. ICG has worked with a variety of global organizations. Clients include Marriott Hotels (various corporate and regional teams as well as select hotels around the world), Hilton Hotels, InterContinental Hotel Group, Minor Group Thailand (Anantara Hotels & Resorts throughout the world), Wharf Hotels Hong Kong (Niccolo Hotels and Marco Polo Hotels throughout Asia), Miral Group Abu Dhabi (Viceroy, Ferrari World, and others), and other global and independent hotels and restaurant groups around the world. Louis began his career as an officer in the United States Army. After serving proudly, he moved on to the private sector in various leadership roles before his career at Starwood Hotels. He resides with his family in San Diego and Bangkok.
$5,000 - $10,000
Marlen is known as The Podcast Whisperer—helping authors, coaches, and entrepreneurs become the go-to voice in their industry through strategic podcast guesting. As the founder of Marlen Marketing, she and her team have booked 20+ clients on 100+ podcasts, helping them magnetize their business, attract high-ticket clients, and build lasting authority. With a background in political communication and marketing, Marlen blends storytelling and strategy to turn authentic conversations into powerful marketing momentum.
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Lachandra B. Baker, MBA, CDP, ABC Keynote Speaker | Master of Ceremonies | Facilitator The Intersection of Education & Entertainment Lachandra Baker is a high-octane speaker and "heart-science" strategist who transforms how people work, lead, and connect. As the Founder and CEO of LBB Edutainment, Lachandra leverages over 35 years of collective experience to help organizations bridge the gap between their corporate values and their daily culture. A three-time TEDx speaker and two-time TEDx performer, she is a two-time Silver Quill Award winner and was recognized as one of Columbus’s Future 50 leaders. A Stage Presence for Every Audience Lachandra is a master of the stage, whether she is facilitating an intimate executive roundtable or commanding the spotlight at the historic Ohio Theatre and Mershon Auditorium for crowds of thousands. She is widely sought after as a Master of Ceremonies for her unique ability to balance high-level professionalism with a sense of psychological safety, joy, and "Edutainment." From global conventions to local TEDx events seating hundreds, she ensures every attendee feels seen, heard, and energized. Academic Rigor Meets Real-World Results: Lachandra’s expertise is backed by a powerhouse of credentials. She holds both a Master’s and a Bachelor’s degree, supplemented by three certifications from Cornell University in General Cultural Strategy and Cultural Strategy for HR. She is also a certified graduate of the Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women: Black in Business program. This combination of academic depth and business acumen allows her to translate complex cultural concepts into actionable strategies that engage the head, heart, and hands. Why Event Planners Choose Lachandra: 5-Star Google Rating: Consistently praised for her authenticity, humor, and "electrifying" delivery. Cultural Transformation: She moves beyond surface-level changes to foster genuine belonging, resilience, and holistic success. Versatility: A "triple-threat" on the program—equally effective as a visionary keynote speaker, a disciplined facilitator, and a high-energy emcee.
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Fractional CMO and Brand Strategist. My background includes leadership roles with global brands such as Hugo Boss, Donna Karan New York and Hilton, giving me first-hand insight into how people make decisions in highly competitive environments. I hold a Master’s degree from a leading European university, and my work has been featured in Bloomberg Terminal, AP News and IB Times. I’m also a trusted expert for NewtonX, the research network used by Fortune 500 brands, and I regularly deliver keynotes, and masterclasses on behavioural science. Focus areas: • Brand Positioning • Go-To-Market Strategy • Messaging & Strategic Narrative • Pricing Strategy • Product–Market Fit Industries: Fintech · B2B · SaaS · Consulting · Consumer Goods
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Kira Nurieli is CEO of the Harmony Strategies Group, a boutique firm of conflict management professionals who specialize in Human Capital Risk assessments and solutions. She has worked in the field of dispute resolution for over twenty years and is an organizational ombuds, community and family mediator, executive conflict coach, workshop developer and trainer, and dialogue facilitator. Considered a subject-matter expert on conflict analysis and resolution, she has presented at numerous private and public events, including at the International Ombuds Association annual conference, the Association for Conflict Resolution (ACR) national and regional conferences, the International Center for Ethnic and Religious Mediation (ICERM) international conference, the Peace and Conflict Studies international conference, and both the Georgia and New York City chapters of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) annual conferences. Her clients include corporations, government agencies, health and science institutions, non-profits, philanthropies, and public and private school administrations. Kira holds a Master’s degree in Organizational Psychology from Columbia University and a Bachelor’s degree in Comparative Performance from Barnard College.
$250 - $1,500
Joe’s career has been a dynamic journey, marked by extensive c-level experience in building, restructuring, and scaling companies across a diverse array of engineering and scientific industries. He has developed a profound understanding of the strategies and frameworks essential for driving growth and achieving tangible results. With comprehensive P&L and operating responsibilities, Joe has overseen hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue and has demonstrated a strategic mindset in complex, technical environments. He excels in scaling technical organizations for rapid expansion while maintaining rigorous financial oversight. Joe’s expertise spans a wide range of sectors, including aerospace, defense, rail, composites, IoT, scientific, consumer electronics, and healthcare. He has successfully led numerous client companies through organizational transformation, growth, and, in many cases, strategic exits. In addition to his operational roles, Joe managed offices in Orange County and Los Angeles for boutique M&A firms. Over 12 years, he led over 70 buy and sell-side transactions for corporate clients, private equity groups, and family offices. Joe earned a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Studies and Business Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, followed by an MBA with an emphasis in Organizational Behavior from Pepperdine University. He resides in Orange County, California, with his wife, while his children live in Boston and Los Angeles.
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Kaiser Yang is the CEO and co-founder of Platypus Labs, a global innovation research, consulting, and training company. He’s an award-winning author, a proven hyper-growth leader, and a globally-recognized innovation expert. Kaiser passionately believes that even the most transformative innovations can be fast, scrappy, and accessible to us all. Over the last 25 years, Kaiser has been at the forefront of global innovation, building and scaling multiple technology startups and guiding transformative initiatives with clients such as Microsoft, Disney, The Gap and other Fortune 500 organizations. Today, he helps leaders and teams achieve the outcomes they crave - growth, innovation, competitive advantage, deeper engagement, and predictable results. Kaiser’s award-winning book, Crack the Code, 8 Surprising Keys to Unlock Innovation, demonstrates his proven system to help everyday people innovate in their everyday work. Kaiser is also an award-winning restaurateur, a passionate breeder of koi fish, a golf enthusiast, and the proud father of twins currently in college.
More than $10,000
Based in Finland, I am an AI strategist, advisor, and CTO with 15 years of experience in management consulting and digital development. I specialize in helping businesses leverage technology and agentic AI to create continuous value and establish a competitive advantage in their markets. My approach combines deep technical expertise with strategic insight to guide organizations through complex digital transformations effectively. I work primarily with business and IT leadership teams, focusing on accelerating time-to-value in business development through AI. My core competencies include experience from strategic and operational digitalization, business capability design and planning, concept development and commercialization, productization, strategy and operating models, and project management and facilitation.
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