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Prakash Mana is a seasoned technology executive with over 25 years of industry experience. As the CEO and co-founder of Cloudbrink, Prakash has a strong track record of success, having served as CPO and CTO at Pulse Secure and held responsibilities for Citrix's NetScaler security gateway business. He earned degrees in electrical engineering, including a BE, MS, and an MBA from Carnegie Mellon. Prakash is recognized for his leadership in cybersecurity and networking particularly as it applies to remote and hybrid work technology, where he focuses on applying his business and technical expertise to innovate solutions that provide an in-office experience to the remote worker.
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Chase Harmer is a serial entrepreneur who turns everything he touches into a success. He has particularly been successful in the online payments space even though he has no formal education in tech. Harmer’s story is one of vision, determination, and a relentless pursuit of seizing every opportunity that came his way. Choosing a non-traditional path after high school, Harmer declined a full scholarship to Cal Poly in '98, opting instead for a more unconventional education at the "School of Hard Knocks." This decision laid the groundwork for an entrepreneurial journey filled with ups and downs, ultimately leading to great success. At the tender age of 19, Harmer embarked on his first venture in the payments industry. What began as a gamble quickly flourished into a thriving enterprise, raking in an impressive $40 million in annual revenues by the time Harmer turned 32. Harmer's journey continued with his influential seven-year tenure at ProfitPay, an enterprise that later merged with the renowned travel platform OnRiva. Overcoming the challenges of being a non-tech founder, Harmer considers ProfitPay one of the defining moments of his career. The venture's sophisticated platform streamlined payments, featuring a proprietary gateway and cutting-edge card-issuing technology with advanced fraud prevention measures. Unfazed by obstacles, Harmer now sets his sights on uncharted territories in charity. He has founded Wishes, an organization that aims to provide instant, transparent, and rewarding donations for social impact. Wishes' unparalleled speed in delivering funds positions it as a potential market leader, embodying Harmer's vision for a future where charitable giving transcends boundaries, creating a more interconnected world for all. Harmer's unique perspective, honed through years of experience, consistently produces positive results for partners and stakeholders alike. Wishes will undoubtedly follow suit. His life journey serves as an inspiration for others to forge their own paths in unexplored territories.
$0 - $250
Dr. Eugene Aversa, DVM, is a seasoned General Practice Small Animal Veterinarian with an unwavering commitment to animal welfare and compassionate care. With a wealth of experience spanning twenty-four years, Dr. Aversa is deeply grounded in Conventional Diagnostics, Medicine, Surgery, and Anesthesia. A graduate of the Ohio State University, where he earned his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 1998, Dr. Aversa has been on a lifelong journey dedicated to the well-being of animals. His passion for animals traces back to his early childhood, influenced by his father's empathetic nature towards stray cats and the nurturing environment created by his great-grandmother and her brother, who shared a profound love for animals. Dr. Aversa's journey into veterinary medicine was marked by various impactful experiences. As a young man, he volunteered at an animal shelter, producing a weekly television show shedding light on the challenges faced by animals in shelters across the US. His commitment extended to attending animal rights marches, advocating for peace and justice for animals worldwide. During his veterinary education, Dr. Aversa demonstrated exceptional dedication. Instead of using a horse cadaver for dissection, he opted for a pony that had passed away naturally, earning praise for his neuro-dissection skills. In another instance, he and a classmate rescued a horse named Gulliver from slaughter, providing him with a new life on a farm in Michigan. In a poignant act of compassion, Dr. Aversa also rescued a pig named Emma, sparing her from post-surgical slaughter. Emma found sanctuary in Michigan alongside other Pot-Bellied pigs, reflecting Dr. Aversa's commitment to ethical veterinary practices. Throughout his career, Dr. Aversa continued to give back to the community. He donated his professional services to a local canine sanctuary dedicated to geriatric dogs, exemplifying his dedication to improving the lives of animals in need.
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I’m a truth-telling, reformed Fortune 50 executive. I moved from the corporate corner office to the other side of the equation after over 20 years leading people strategies for companies. In 2020, The Job Doctor business was born. Now I help you get ahead at work. My vantage point on careers is uniquely targeted to help you. I’ve hired and fired thousands of people and I’ve watched how careers rise and fall. I’ve grown companies and shrunk them. I’ve restructured, layed off, and redesigned companies from the ground up. I see the intersection of human behavior, our workplaces, and careers in play. Every. Single. Day. I’ve been the head of Human Resources for fast-growth companies, primarily in technology. I work in places that want to go fast, go public or grow through aggressive merger and acquisitions strategies. My first career job was working with acclaimed leadership expert, Stephen R. Covey. This helped me as I moved on to bigger companies. I moved on to UnitedHealthGroup and ended my career with Vivint Solar (now SunRun), leading our people strategy which earned us recognition as one of Glass Door’s Top 20 Companies to Work. The company sold for 27x its starting valuation to one of Blackstone’s most successful sales in history. My heart is with young professionals. I serve on Board of Trustees for Utah State University, and I’m on the board for Utah Valley University’s Womens Success Center. I’m active in our business community, serving on the Board of the Utah Tech Innovations Council, where we mentor and grow Utah’s best and brightest upcoming businesses.
$5,001 - $10,000
Life & Business Coach I empower confidence and development for personal and business growth. Author of powerful methods to achieve goals and results in less than 3 months. Motivational Speaker Leadership and Business Growth Speaker
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Former Miss Virginia 2021, Heather Marie Van Cleave is a sought after International Speaker/Spokeswoman, Author, Entrepreneur and Influencer sharing motivation, encouragement and positive tips to help others reach their full potential and find balance in their mind, body and soul. She is a Jane of all trades who has been singing, acting and modeling since she was a child. In 2009 she began speaking globally as a survivor of domestic violence and mental health advocate. She was a single mother of three before meeting the love of her life and began battling aggressive breast cancer in 2022. She has been inspiring a world wide audience through her transparency while overcoming obstacles in her own life. In 2023 she was the keynote speaker for The Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation as well as the guest speaker and national anthem soloist for the American Cancer Society. Her story was featured on NBC12 & CBS6 which was shared across the world. Heather Marie brings inspiration, motivation, encouragement and positive tips wherever she goes to help others overcome and reach their full potential. From military veterans, business owners and employees to celebrity clients and CEO's of some of the top companies in the world, Heather Marie has continued to be a resource to help others overcome and help businesses thrive. Her mission is to use her gifts and talents to make a difference in the world and give people hope by sharing her story and speaking about the importance of having balance in your mind, body & soul, taking care of your mental health and being an advocate for yourself. To book Heather Marie as your next Keynote Speaker, MC or Spokeswoman, contact 757-359-3689.
More than $10,000
As Founder and CEO of 5forests, I spend my days consulting, writing, and speaking about the trends that impact today’s wine businesses. A long time ago (yes, in a galaxy far far way), I graduated from the University of Southern California with degrees in International Relations and French. Those studies led to a deep and abiding love affair with Behavioural Economics, and nowadays my work is based on all the crazy and irrational reasons consumers engage with brands. (Heads up, I'm a big fan of pop culture and good stories, so any meeting is sure to have at least one Star Wars reference thrown in.) In the past few years, I've been lucky enough to present at Wine2Wine, the World Bulk Wine Exhibition & Conference, Oregon Wine Symposium, Moldovan Competitiveness Project Digital Workshops, OenoCo Intl Wine Economic Forum, Wine Media Conferences, NZ Winegrowers Covid Digital Series...oh and a whole bunch more. I've developed and implemented 40+ hours of intensive wine marketing workshops for regional associations, produced over 100 podcasts, overseen digital strategy for dozens of brands, launched Earth First Ecommerce, and still managed to knit a few rows here and there. On top of all that, I get to wake up each day and work with the most talented digital development team working with wine businesses today. Since its inception as a tiny little studio that thought "maybe we can make a difference," 5forests has grown into a globally-recognized, award-winning digital marketing agency working with some of the world's top wine companies. If you are looking for a presenter who can add value without self promotion, I would love to know you.
$1,501 - $5,000
A transformational catalyst with 30+ years of entrepreneurial and professional experience, Jacqueline Vazquez, seeks to raise the bar while paying it forward. She is an international educator, speaker, mentor, award-winning entrepreneur, event industry expert, 2x best-selling author, women’s wellness advocate and podcast host. As a catalyst Jacqueline seeks to help those looking for the roadmap to actualize their dreams, goals, interests and possibilities with the curated platform in three independent areas: Education, Emotional Wellness and Execution. Her journey is highlighted by her core values, foundation, genuineness, meticulous attention, and creative flair which uniquely represents her strengths and beliefs. She has accomplished her goals by building trusted brands that have earned her the respect and value of her clients, colleagues, and connections cultivated throughout the years. Among her numerous accolades, one of her finest ones was being recognized as one of 50 women awarded the Success Magazine 2023 Women of Influence Award for her professional and personal contributions impacting the community and industry as well as featured as one of 5 Success Magazine Latina Trailblazing Women Transforming The Latina Community & Breaking New Ground As Catalysts for Change. She has written 3 books: The Creative Life of An Elite Event Planner, including 2 best-selling books, Breaking The Glass Ceiling and Becoming An Unstoppable Women: The Journey Continues. She also authored, Your Release Journal: Your Journey With Infertility. She has a bachelor’s degree in accounting and professional certifications in several areas. For more on Jacqueline, connect with her on www.TheCatalystBridgeAgency.com, where you will be inspired by her resources and podcasts.
$1,501 - $5,000
Child Rights and Participation consultant dedicated to amplifying the voices of young people. Working with organisations such as UNICEF, the Diana Award, and Children in Wales, I have travelled internationally to share research findings and promote my core message of youth empower. As founder of fully youth-led NGO, Future Youth Impact, I have delivered training, presentations, and workshops to spark conversation around our exciting, creativity-based methodology.
$0 - $250
Dr May is a Camden, SC native raising her family in the hometown that made her after a decade of military spouse service, earning her doctorate degree from NC State University, raising her children anywhere the Army deemed with a sweet southern smile that is sure to to engage the hearts & minds of her audience. Dr May is a testament of what drives the Modern Southern Belle of today: from the memoirs of a stepmom, to a troubled twin pregnancy with a spouse deployed, a battle with uterine cancer, to her spiritual journey post-military divorce, Dr May shares with us the grit and grace from her own lived and learned experiences and encourages us to achieve our own success in the things that matter most: Family, Education, Encouragement, Life (FEEL).
$1,501 - $5,000
