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Tracy Barkalow is a standout figure in the Iowa City, Iowa, real estate market, known for his ambitious approach and remarkable accomplishments in a career that spans over twenty years. As a real estate broker and landlord, he has developed a comprehensive understanding of the local market and an innate ability to address the community's property needs and desires. His deep-rooted connection to Iowa City has been a crucial element in his success, contributing to his reputation as a leading real estate agent in the region. In his career, he has excelled in various areas of real estate, including investment properties, land development, site selection, 1031 tax-deferred exchanges, and commercial leasing & sales. His knack for building relationships grounded in trust and mutual respect has been vital to his consistent top performance. This client-centric approach is also reflected in his investments in the Iowa City real estate market, particularly in rental properties, adding a layer of personal involvement and expertise to his professional profile. His skills go beyond individual transactions. As a leader, he has cultivated a team characterized by expertise and a shared commitment to exceptional service, reinforcing his belief that clients' needs always take precedence. His leadership style emphasizes constant communication and comprehensive client satisfaction, setting high standards for service and integrity in his business dealings. He is actively involved with prominent real estate associations such as the National Association of Realtors and the Iowa City Area Association of Realtors. This involvement demonstrates his commitment to high industry standards and innovative real estate practices. Beyond his professional commitments, his passion for golf is a testament to his balanced lifestyle. This hobby reflects his leadership qualities and dedication, mirroring the same commitment and drive he shows in his professional life. Tracy Barkalow's career combines exceptional leadership, unwavering professionalism, and a strong focus on client satisfaction. His influential role in the Iowa City real estate market has rightly earned him recognition as "The Only Name You Need To Know" in the industry.
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Armando Roberto Alfonso is a prominent legal professional based in Coral Gables, recognized for his expertise in real estate law, eviction proceedings, and criminal defense. With over a decade of experience, Armando's professional path is marked by an unwavering commitment to justice and ethical standards. Going beyond the realm of ordinary real estate transactions, Armando's proficiency in real estate law delves into the complexities of contracts, property disputes, and lease agreements. Whether representing a buyer, seller, landlord, or tenant, Armando's meticulous approach to legal documentation and negotiations instills confidence in clients, ensuring the security of their investments. In the area of eviction proceedings, Armando's knowledge serves as a guiding force for both landlords and tenants. His empathetic approach to balancing property and tenant rights underscores his dedication to fairness and due process. Armando ensures that the eviction process adheres to legal frameworks while providing personalized solutions that uphold the rights of all parties involved. Armando's legal expertise extends to criminal defense, covering a range from DUI-DWI cases to misdemeanors and felonies. His analytical thinking, attention to detail, and persuasive advocacy contribute to a track record of securing favorable outcomes for clients. Armando's ability to decipher evidence, formulate robust defense strategies, and navigate the intricacies of criminal law showcases his versatile legal acumen. At the core of Armando's approach is an unwavering ethical foundation. Upholding integrity, transparency, and fairness is not just a professional obligation; it's a guiding principle that shapes every decision he makes. This commitment resonates in his interactions with clients, colleagues, and the legal system as a whole. Armando's dedication extends beyond legal matters, evident in his active involvement in community initiatives that promote legal literacy and equal access to justice. His legacy reflects a positive impact, where legal expertise converges with a commitment to creating a fair and just society. As a symbol of legal advocacy, Armando Roberto Alfonso's journey attests to the transformative power of expertise, compassion, and ethical practice. Whether seeking guidance in real estate, eviction proceedings, or criminal defense, Armando's comprehensive approach ensures that clients not only receive legal counsel but also have a dedicated partner striving for the best possible outcomes.
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Jared Markiewicz is an accomplished business professional, owning Functional Integrated Training, a Strength Focused Personal/Group Training Gym in Madison, WI since 2012. As that has grown, he realized his passion lies with educating busy professionals on how to balance work, family and personal health. Through both small and large audiences, his expertise has helped thousands to find their personal intent and thrive in their lives!
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With 20+ years of experience in administrative leadership, operations management, business strategy, and executive support, I'm a business professional who thrives on solving complex problems and improving processes. I've worked with law firms, start-ups, large organizations, and non-profits across various industries and sectors, delivering high-quality results and exceeding expectations. As the owner and founder of April Eldridge Consulting, I offer Fractional COO & Chief of Staff services for small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to scale their businesses and achieve their goals. I provide strategic and practical solutions, support, and guidance and ensure that you are set up for sustainable growth. I also leverage my passion for systems and processes and my business administration, analytics, and communication skills to help you optimize your operations and projects. I'm driven by a mission to empower and inspire others and am always eager to learn and grow.
$1,501 - $5,000
Pittsburgh-born Entrepreneur, Franchisor, and Public Speaker with various successful businesses. Derek Candelore has many successful Franchisees under the Roman venture. Derek Candelore started his career as a Health Club owner at the age of 21, Apex Fitness Center in Elizabeth, Pa. He Continued that success into Medical Sales and currently in Home Contracting.
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Paul Doughty is a dedicated public and survivor speaker hailing from Scituate, MA. His life's journey has been marked by formidable challenges that have profoundly shaped his character and outlook. From a young age, Paul wrestled with circumstances that steered him down a path of despair. However, with unwavering determination and an intrinsic belief in the power of resilience, he has turned his tale of adversity into one of triumph. His story is a testament to the unfaltering human spirit when met with hardship. As a speaker and author, Paul's true story of growing up in an abusive home and then being left unsupervised through his teenage years is now being developed into a TV series. The metamorphosis Paul underwent is not solely his own doing. It was through the empathetic guidance of a mentor, the transformative process of therapy which led to a profound Spiritual Awakening, and the strength culled from various passions that he re-authored his life's narrative. As he shares his experiences with audiences, his aim is to catalyze a similar awakening within them—to inspire and demonstrate that with support, inner resolve, and courage, anyone can overcome their trials and emerge stronger. Paul's message, "Resilience: My Ultimate Superpower, Empowering Young Lives to Overcome Challenges" embodies his mission to empower individuals to embrace their own strength and create a legacy of success and positivity.
$251 - $1,500
Jonathan Kaufman is an innovative thought leader, business educator, and strategist who recognizes the impact of personal development on organizational growth. As a storyteller, Professor Kaufman shares his own journey dealing with the obstacles of every day life and provides audiences a true understanding that we are all in the act of becoming when it comes to finding greater success. Born with Cerebral Palsy, Jonathan Kaufman’s disability has been a profound part of his personal, academic, and professional life. Whether hiking in the Ecuadorian highlands with his family, skiing down a mountain, or repelling down the side of a cliff in the Middle East, to the simplicity of tying his shoes one-handed, he has pushed the idea that anything is possible if given the will. Building on his diverse educational background having attended Sarah Lawrence College, Oxford University, The University of Chicago, and Columbia University, Professor Kaufman is now regarded as one of the most innovative thinkers and practitioners in the areas of diversity and inclusion, organizational strategy, and personal growth. As a licensed psychotherapist, executive coach, and consultant, Kaufman seeks to develop new strategies and initiatives by synthesizing ideas from management theories and applications to entrepreneurial thinking to the knowledge of human capital by cultivating increased motivation and skills to achieve greater success both personally and professionally. Kaufman is showing that through this integration, J Kaufman Consulting/J Kaufman Coaching can assist organizations and individuals on a broader scale by expanding services and providing them innovative approaches to analyze and find solutions in areas ranging from Leadership, Change Management, and Strategic Thinking and beyond. J Kaufman Consulting/J Kaufman Coaching continues to counsel corporations, governments, and not-for-profits around the globe. His unique background has allowed him the ability to work in a variety of capacities from being a former Policy Advisor to the White House on Diversity and Disability to a technical consultant for Hollywood productions in films such as “Adam” and HBO’s “Temple Grandin” to his role as Lead Disability Strategist for Wal-Mart Stores Inc., Senior Strategist at The National Business and Disability Council and adviser to Diversity Best Practices providing invaluable intellectual capital for Fortune 500 and 1000 companies. Kaufman’s versatility has also allowed him to work with numerous government agencies including the US Department of Veteran Affairs, the US Department of Labor, and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. As a psychotherapist, Kaufman works in private practice with a variety of individuals, couples, and groups with an emphasis on corporate health and wellness issues and areas around those with disabilities. As an executive coach and psychotherapist, Professor Kaufman is growing his practice to meet the needs of C-Level E
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Jimmy John Liautaud is a remarkable entrepreneur known for his resilience and innovative thinking. His journey began humbly, graduating near the bottom of his class at Elgin Academy School in 1982. Despite academic challenges, his entrepreneurial spirit was undeterred. Supported by his father with a $25,000 loan, he ventured into business with a clear stipulation: success or enlistment in the Army. He initially envisioned a Chicago-style hotdog stand inspired by local favorites like Portillo's. Budget constraints, however, led him to a more straightforward yet ingenious idea: a sandwich shop. This concept was born during a visit to Southern Illinois University, where a small, thriving sandwich shop caught his eye. In the summer of 1982, Jimmy John meticulously crafted a menu of six sandwiches, relying on his family's taste tests to select the top four for his inaugural menu. His Gourmet Sandwiches opened in January 1983 in Charleston, Illinois, near university bars, aiming to serve students seeking late-night meals. The business had a modest beginning. His determination saw him hand-delivering sandwich samples to local businesses, gradually building a customer base. Creative marketing, like business cards with menus, further boosted his reach. Soon, the venture was not just surviving but thriving. The first year saw impressive sales of $154,000 and a profit of $40,000, which he shared with his father, who owned 48% of the business. By 1986, he bought out his father's share, repaying the loan with interest, and became the sole shareholder of his, a significant milestone in his entrepreneurial journey. Beyond business, his heart for philanthropy shines through. Together with his wife Leslie and their children, they established the Liautaud Family Foundation in 2017. The Foundation's philanthropic efforts are extensive, supporting a wide range of organizations, including the Mayo Clinic, Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, and the American Heart Association. They are also devoted to the Horatio Alger Association, providing scholarships to high school students overcoming significant obstacles. His story is not just one of business success but also of giving back and inspiring others.
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Dave Cerenzia is a career social sector worker, who has had the fortune working in three countries, and 7 different cities. Since 2011, he has worked with, migrants, people experiencing homelessness, entrepreneurs, artists, and post-secondary students in Canada, social entrepreneurs, post-secondary students, and international performing artists in Scotland and International human rights leaders and international media representatives in Norway. While the environments and mandates have varied, each has allowed Dave to call upon his adept ability to build bridges across people and cultures. At the core, Daves job has always been the same. Strangers seeking support provided by his organization arrive asking for help, and the organization introduces them to Dave. From there, he is responsible for building trust and nurturing these relationships from the get go. This has allowed him to successfully work to build-bridges between people and culture, and learn what it means to truthfully embody human oriented program and supportive care. At his heart, he is a bit of a geek and loves music. As he works to grow his bespoke coaching and consulting group, Accessio Advisory, and his non-profit record label, Accessio Records.
$1,501 - $5,000
An HR Executive with over 25 years of experience in various industries from retail to telecom in both US and Canada. Over the course of her career, Tammy has worked in various HR leadership roles with known industry leaders like TELUS, Grand & Toy, OfficeMax, OpenText and Staples Inc. She currently leads an HR function as an CHRO at Edgewood Health Network Inc. During her time with EHN, Tammy has led the implementation multiple human capital initiatives across the business and supported recent growth initiatives in AB, BC and SK in the areas of talent acquisition, retention and development. Due to these efforts, EHN Canada was recognized as a 2023 Greater Toronto Top Employer, certified as a Great Place to Work and featured in a 2025 Career Directory with Canada’s Best Employers. Tammy holds board positions at several non-for-profit community organizations and is currently serving as a President of one of Ontario’s oldest Figure Skating Club, WFSC and as a chair of the HRPA Central East Chapter. Tammy is a graduate of University of Toronto with honors, currently holds SHRM, CHRP and CHRL, CHRE designations. She holds an active certification by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing in Adult Mental Health First Aid USA and has recently completed a Labour Law program at York University – Osgoode Hall Law School and specialization program with Harvard Business School. Tammy is one of the Top 2025 HR executives and Leaders in the World and being a part of HRD Global 100 List and selected as a 2024 Canadian HR Leader of the Year Excellence Awardee and has been featured in a number of recent articles on Canada mental health crisis, privacy and HR.
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I’m Hamlet Azarian, a lifelong learner focused on growth. I’ve spent my career growing international B2C/B2B businesses across various industries. My passion for helping businesses discover their full growth potential led me to become the Founder and CEO of AGA – a data-driven, full-funnel growth agency that has helped raise over $269.1M in funding for some of the most innovative companies in the tech/SaaS space. I have over 20 years of experience designing tailor-made growth engines for businesses, combining creative + analytical methods to deliver proven, repeatable results. Significant growth starts with a growth mindset and is executed through rapid experimentation, always using data to drive the path forward. Over the years, we’ve helped our clients dominate the digital landscape through high-performing, consumer-centric marketing strategies that utilize cutting-edge growth tactics.
$1,501 - $5,000
As a licensed paralegal and employment law specialist, I offer strong expertise in employment law, HR compliance, and workplace relations. I have a proven track record of helping both individuals and corporations navigate complex legal challenges in the workplace. My in-depth understanding of HR policies and employment standards enables me to provide valuable guidance on issues such as wrongful dismissal, employee rights, contracts, and workplace compliance. For individuals, I ensure their rights are protected and advocate for fair treatment, whether it’s negotiating employment contracts or addressing workplace disputes. For corporations, I provide strategic advice on HR policies, helping businesses foster a compliant and respectful workplace while minimizing legal risks. As a successful immigrant woman from Iran, I bring a diverse and empathetic perspective to my work. I understand the struggles of navigating unfamiliar systems, and I am passionate about providing clear, actionable solutions for my clients. With a background in computer software engineering from Iran, Tehran, my analytical and strategic thinking elevates my approach to solving complex legal and HR issues. Whether you’re an individual seeking legal protection or a corporation aiming to align with best HR practices, I’m dedicated to ensuring success through thoughtful, informed legal support.
$251 - $1,500