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Gabrielle Birchak is what happens when a mathematician walks into a comedy club and never fully leaves. A math and science communicator, podcast host, and author, Birchak helps students and educators see “science” not as an intimidating subject but as something everyone already does every day without realizing it. In her keynote, “You Already Think Like a Mathematician (You Just Don’t Know It Yet),” Birchak draws on history’s overlooked mathematical and scientific figures to show audiences that curiosity, reasoning, and problem-solving aren’t special skills reserved for “science people;” they are tools everyone already has. The talk blends storytelling, history, and humor to make scientific thinking feel accessible, human, and immediately usable, whether in a classroom, a research lab, or everyday life. As host of Math! Science! History!®, a podcast with over 200 research-based episodes reaching a worldwide audience, Birchak has spent years researching and telling the stories of the people history forgot to credit. Her work draws on her early experience in media relations at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, her background in mathematics and journalism, and her contributions to the Mathematical Association of America. Birchak is currently bringing this keynote to stages for the first time, and is especially drawn to educational audiences, students, educators, and institutions looking to make science feel less like a subject and more like a mindset. For more information, visit her at www.GabrielleBirchak.com.
$251 - $1,500
Joan Denizot is a trailblazing advocate for size inclusivity, a celebrated entrepreneur, and the founder of ZIZE Bikes, the first company in the world to design bicycles specifically for people weighing over 550 pounds. With decades of experience championing body inclusivity, Joan has become a powerful voice for those in larger bodies, challenging societal norms and urging businesses to rethink their approach to customer service, product design, and workplace environments. As a speaker, Joan blends her personal experiences with her deep business expertise, offering thought-provoking insights on how size inclusivity can transform not just individual lives, but entire industries. Her talks focus on the profound impact that inclusivity and empathy can have on customer loyalty, employee satisfaction, and business success. Joan is also the author of Big Body Business: Obvious Opportunities with the Overweight, Overlooked, and Underserved, a book that offers practical strategies for companies to embrace size diversity and reap the financial rewards of serving this often-overlooked market. With a warm, engaging style, Joan delivers powerful, actionable messages on embracing diversity, building a culture of compassion, and creating spaces that welcome all body sizes. Her mission is simple but impactful: to foster dignity and inclusivity in every aspect of business and life. Joan has been featured on ABC News, Vermont News, CBS, Camber Outdoors, and was a speaker at Michelin. If your organization is ready to lead with inclusivity and make a difference for people of all body sizes, Joan Denizot’s transformative message is what you need.
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Jeff Christian founded Christian & Timbers as an executive search firm to help major corporations identify senior leaders for complex, highly competitive roles. The company focused on C-suite executives, board members, and technology professionals, combining established recruiting practices with structured research and data analysis. Christian & Timbers also built an international presence through operations in Cleveland, Ohio, and Amsterdam, Netherlands, supporting organizations that needed leadership for innovation, digital transformation, business growth, and other strategic priorities across technology-focused markets. Christian & Timbers became known for bringing artificial intelligence, science-based data, and analytical methods into the executive search process. Rather than relying only on personal networks, resumes, interviews, references, and manual screening, the firm incorporated technology to study candidate experience, leadership history, career progression, and performance-related indicators. This approach supported executive searches in areas such as e-commerce, FinTech, SaaS, IoT, and robotic manufacturing, where companies often require leaders with specialized knowledge and the ability to respond to rapid changes in business and technology. The search model developed by Christian & Timbers placed strong emphasis on measurable criteria and structured evaluation. Traditional executive recruitment can involve extensive networking, repeated interviews, background reviews, reference checks, and lengthy comparisons before a shortlist is created. The company added key performance indicators and data-driven assessment methods to help compare candidates with specific employer requirements. By combining executive search judgment with measurable information, the firm aimed to reduce lengthy search cycles while maintaining careful attention to leadership quality, professional experience, and potential alignment with organizational goals. Technology also became an important part of how Christian & Timbers identified and evaluated executive talent. Generative AI can help process large volumes of resumes, skills, and professional information, while predictive methods can help examine career direction, experience patterns, and possible role alignment. The firm applied related concepts to C-suite and board searches as part of a broader data-informed recruiting strategy. This approach was intended to support professional judgment with more consistent analysis and help employers evaluate leadership candidates through a structured and efficient decision-making process. Shaped by Jeff Christian’s executive search vision, Christian & Timbers has reported completing more than 2,000 CEO or board placements and more than 5,000 C-suite assignments. Its search work has included assignments involving major technology companies and recognized business leaders. One notable placement was Carly Fiorina at Hewlett-Packard, where she became the first woman to lead a Fortune 50 corporation. The company also conducted two board member searches for Apple during Steve Jobs’ leadership and worked with organizations including Cisco, Google, Netflix, and WebMD through its executive recruiting activities. The company’s history also included venture capital activity through C&T Access Ventures, launched in 2001 as an investment arm connected with the Cleveland-based executive recruiting business. The operation provided financing to startups through stages ranging from seed funding to later venture rounds and pre-IPO capital. Its $40 million venture fund was organized around supporting companies led by capable executives and business builders. According to the original company account, the fund returned five times its initial capital and supported startups that included UpWork before the investment operation became inactive. Christian & Timbers has consistently emphasized the importance of leadership talent in helping organizations compete, innovate, and grow. That belief shaped the firm’s focus on executive discovery, measurable performance standards, technology-supported research, and data-informed recruiting. Its model combined traditional search methods with analytical tools intended to improve the identification of leaders for demanding corporate and technology roles. Within the broader history of Christian & Timbers, Jeff Christian remains associated with developing an executive search approach centered on talent quality, technology, data, and leadership performance.
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Daniel Siegel Loanso is a versatile musician known for his soulful voice and masterful guitar skills. Daniel blends elements of jazz, folk, rock, and blues, creating a unique sound that resonates with audiences of all ages. He has released several albums, performed at prestigious venues and festivals, and collaborated with notable artists in the industry. Whether in the studio or on stage, Daniel's passion for music shines through, captivating listeners with his heartfelt performances.
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Jordan Koehn, PhD, is a co-founder of ForagR Medicines, an innovative biotechnology company established in 2024 alongside scientists Kevin Weeks, PhD, and Andrea Epperly, PhD. ForagR Medicines is dedicated to developing transformative RNA-targeted small-molecule therapeutics with the potential to revolutionize human health. As Head of Platform and Chemical Genomics, he leads the company's drug discovery efforts, utilizing cutting-edge RNA-targeting technologies to create novel therapeutics for diseases with limited treatment options. Throughout his career, Jordan has demonstrated a commitment to solving critical challenges in healthcare by advancing biotechnology. During his postdoctoral work at the University of North Carolina (UNC) with Dr. Kevin Weeks, he developed an innovative transcriptome-wide RNA-ligand discovery technology, which has since evolved into the ForagR Medicines drug discovery platform. This technology enables scientists to study how complex RNA structures influence biological functions, unlocking new opportunities to target RNA for therapeutic intervention. His research has led to the discovery and characterization of numerous novel RNA elements that small-molecule ligands can modulate. Koehn recognized early on that RNA offers unique therapeutic potential, especially when conventional protein-targeting approaches are not viable. His work focuses on developing RNA-targeted small-molecule medicines, a new class of therapeutics designed to modulate RNA structures and functions. His expertise spans multiple scientific fields, including organic chemistry, molecular biology, RNA structural biology, and chemical genomics, making him a leader in this emerging area of biotechnology. As the head architect of the ForagR platform, Jordan plays a pivotal role in driving the company's scientific and technological strategies. He leads a multidisciplinary team that uses innovative chemistry and genomics tools to create RNA-targeted therapeutics with broad potential applications. Under his leadership, the platform has become a cornerstone of ForagR's drug discovery efforts, helping to develop treatments for diseases previously considered untreatable with conventional methods. Jordan Koehn's expertise is not limited to human therapeutics. He also led a successful collaboration with BASF Corporation to apply ForagR's RNA-targeting technology to agriculture. This partnership resulted in the development of novel insecticides and crop protection agents, demonstrating versatility and broad applicability of the ForagR platform. His ability to manage complex interdisciplinary projects and foster collaborative research initiatives positions him as a critical figure in both biotechnology and agriculture innovation.
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Christian & Timbers (CT) is an executive search firm focused on helping organizations identify and recruit experienced leaders for highly important business positions. The company specializes in finding C-level executives, board members, and technology professionals who can support organizations as they navigate growth, competition, and transformation. Through a combination of executive search expertise, technology-based solutions, and data-driven strategies, Christian & Timbers has developed a model designed to help companies make more informed leadership decisions. Christian & Timbers' approach is based on the understanding that executive talent plays a significant role in shaping an organization's future. The firm has worked to modernize the executive search process by moving beyond traditional methods that often rely primarily on professional networks and manual research. By incorporating analytical tools and structured evaluation methods, Christian & Timbers helps companies examine candidate qualifications, career experience, and leadership potential in a more detailed and organized way. Christian & Timbers (CT) has been recognized for integrating artificial intelligence and science-based data into executive recruitment. The company applies technology to analyze large volumes of professional information and identify candidates who may match the needs of complex leadership roles. This data-supported approach allows organizations to explore a broader range of qualified executives while gaining additional insight into their backgrounds and professional capabilities. The firm’s experience includes supporting searches in industries such as e-commerce, IoT, FinTech, SaaS, and robotic manufacturing. As businesses continue to experience rapid technological and market changes, Christian & Timbers focuses on connecting organizations with leaders who can adapt to evolving environments. The company’s search methodology emphasizes finding executives who possess the knowledge, experience, and strategic perspective required for challenging roles. By combining technology with executive search expertise, Christian & Timbers aims to help businesses identify leadership talent that can contribute to innovation, operational improvement, and long-term growth. The history of Christian & Timbers (CT) reflects the company’s efforts to reshape how organizations approach executive recruitment. The firm has developed a reputation for using a data-driven business model that enables faster, more targeted searches than traditional executive hiring processes. Throughout its operations, Christian & Timbers has completed more than 2,000 CEO or Board placements and filled over 5,000 C-Suite assignments. Jeff Christian contributed to the company’s development and helped establish a vision centered on combining technology with leadership discovery. Christian & Timbers has also extended its involvement into the investment community through C&T Access Ventures, an initiative launched in 2001. The investment arm focused on supporting startups through seed capital, venture financing, and pre-IPO funding. This initiative reflected the company’s interest in supporting innovative businesses and recognizing the importance of strong leadership within growing organizations. Although C&T Access Ventures is no longer operational, it supported several startups, including UpWork, and demonstrated Christian & Timbers’ connection to emerging technology companies. Today, Christian & Timbers (CT) continues to represent a technology-focused approach to executive search by bringing together data analysis, industry knowledge, and leadership evaluation. The company’s work reflects the growing importance of using informed strategies when selecting executives for critical roles. By focusing on identifying qualified professionals and supporting organizations in leadership decisions, Christian & Timbers has contributed to the evolution of executive recruitment. Its approach highlights how technology and structured analysis can help companies address leadership challenges in competitive, evolving business environments.
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My name is Kofi Thompson. I am an executive leader in sales and restaurant industries and I hail by way of Atlanta, GA. I am a believer that we must pour into our people and teach them the tools to be successful. The Process matters and the "How To" is equally important. Its is my purpose to be a Leader/Steward that helps others find more abundance in their life. We do this by challenging our people to grow into the Best versions of themselves.
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Anna Dowe is a bestselling Author, International Speaker and High- Performance Sales Coach. Her background is enhanced by a degree in Psychology and Board certifications in Neuro-linguistic Programming; TimeLine Therapy; and Hypnotherapy. Anna has spoken to hundreds of people from the stage in 20+ countries in North America, Asia, South East Asia, Australia, New Zealand and Europe about her experiences, mindset, sales and business. She has also been a guest speaker on several podcasts and tv shows. Having counselled hundreds of at-risk clientele in the past, Anna is provided with the exclusive perspective into the understanding of trauma. She relates her experience as a survivor of an abusive alcoholic father and a daily life with an ex-husband who suffers from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Being a serialpreneur Anna is also very proficient in business and sales. Through her company The F.E.M. Way Academy, Anna helps heart-centered women entrepreneurs step into their feminine power to 3X sales and run successful businesses, so they can have more of time, energy and profit without burn out, anxiety or personal sacrifice. In her sales career Anna has personally sold $ 50+ M for her clients, lead a team of sales professionals as a Sales Director for the fastest growing publishing company in the world. Anna’s personal story is unarguably her greatest credential and is a standing testimonial to the fact that a woman can be knocked around by life and still emerge victorious. She can transform tragedy into triumph, because suffering strengthens us and makes us resilient and resourceful.
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Jim Lord of Crestwood General Contracting in Phoenix, Arizona is a real estate agent specializing in short sales and foreclosures. Jim Lord discusses how short sales, often linked to financial difficulties, hold the potential to reshape local real estate and provide opportunities for both buyers and sellers.
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Michael Cokins is a seasoned insurance professional with a diverse career. A graduate of Lamar High School in Houston, class of 1997, Michael excelled both athletically and academically, lettering in baseball and basketball while actively participating in the drama club. His passion for sports extended into his early career as he began working at Memorial Golf Club, where he was promoted to caddy in 1998, allowing him to gain valuable insights into strategy and even meet prominent professional golfers. In 1999, Michael started at the University of Houston, where he graduated in 2003 with a degree in Business Administration. During his time there, he developed leadership skills through programs like LeadUH and Ignite Leadership, while also staying involved in golf with the Golf Club of Houston. After college, Michael became the general manager of Golden Corral in New Orleans, managing 70 employees and helping with local marketing. But in 2005, Hurricane Katrina changed everything. After evacuating to Houston, Michael returned to New Orleans to assist in relief efforts, volunteering for nine months with HandsOn New Orleans Volunteer Center. His work there led to interactions with insurance companies, sparking his interest in the industry. In 2007, Michael started working in insurance as a claims adjuster with State Farm. Over the years, he moved up in the company, and in 2015, he joined the Corporate & Business Development team in Houston. Michael believes having a mentor during this time helped him grow professionally, and he encourages others entering the insurance industry to do the same. In 2021, Michael was promoted to Claims and Investigations, where he continues to help individuals and businesses recover from disasters and navigate challenging times. His role involves extensive travel, which allows him to explore new places, meet diverse people, and continue his passion for golf, playing on some of the most prestigious courses across the United States.
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Dr. Lorneka is a speaker, pharmacist and wellness coach. As a Forbes magazine feature, hall of fame inductee and first-generation college student, she helps individuals and organizations redefine success through wellness. Previous clients Citi Bank, Women of Walgreens, Orange County Government, Miami Dade College and more. Additionally, she was also recently recognized by actress Taraji P. Henson and her nonprofit, Boris Henson Foundation for her efforts in wellness and mental health. Dr. Lorneka completed her education at Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, Florida where she received a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. She's been published in Women Own Excellence magazine, Emerging Leaders magazine, covering topics such as wellness, student success, relationships, and faith. Dr. Lorneka enjoys impacting others personal and professional development. A community advocate, Dr. Lorneka traveled to Haiti with the AIDs Health Foundation (AHF) where she tested and educated 1500 Haitians on World AIDS Day. Founder of Brightly Awake - a professional service company, Dr. Lorneka guides her clients and audiences through a strategic process via emotional intelligence which leads to total wellness. She's releasing her second book, Working Well fall 2024. When she's not coaching, you can find Dr. Lorneka watching The Good Doctor, Seinfeld, the beach or bonding with loved ones.
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Kyle Griffith, originally from Trinidad & Tobago, is a pioneering entrepreneur and business luminary with over 25 years of comprehensive experience in business ownership and management. His entrepreneurial drive and passion for working with business owners have led him to be the founder and CEO of Eminae Network and the managing partner and principal of The NYBB Group, a distinguished minority-certified M&A Advisory firm. Kyle's exceptional proficiency in representing business owners in the sale of their businesses is backed by his Certified M&A Professional (CM&AP) and Certified Business Intermediary (CBI) designations. Kyle's pioneering spirit is evident through his historic role as the first African American board member and chair of the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA). His accolades include being an alumnus of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program and a multi-year recipient of the IBBA Chairman's Circle and Outstanding Producer Member Excellence Awards. Kyle has been recognized and honored for his efforts in the small business community by the Nassau County Office of Minority Affairs and was the recipient of the Schneps Media Kings of Queen's Award. With a keen expertise in mergers and acquisitions, specifically within the HVAC, trucking, and distribution industries, Kyle has become a go-to expert for business growth and exit strategies for various business industries. In his leadership roles at The NYBB Group and Eminae Network, Kyle has created invaluable resources for CEOs looking to navigate business expansion or exit. His journey from the Caribbean to leading positions in New York's business landscape showcases his unwavering determination and commitment. As the immediate past Chair of the IBBA, board member of the International Association of Business Intermediaries (IABI), and the New York Association of Business Brokers (NYABB), along with holding New York Real Estate Salesperson license Kyle Griffith stands out as a visionary and a dedicated advocate for business excellence.
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