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George Dupont From the Ice to the Boardroom: Teaching Leaders to Win Under Pressure I’ve spent my life chasing one question: What separates a good team from a great one — one that wins again and again, especially when the pressure’s on? As a professional hockey captain and coach, I learned that talent might get you on the scoreboard — but it doesn’t build dynasties. Mindset, leadership, and culture do. Later, as a senior business executive, I saw the same patterns. The highest-performing teams weren’t the most talented — they were the most aligned, intentional, and resilient. That’s the core of my work now: Helping leaders and teams close the gap between potential and performance by building clarity, accountability, and high-performance systems that actually hold up under pressure. I believe talent sets the floor — but leadership and culture raise the ceiling. My job is helping teams reduce the gap between the two. I speak from real-world experience — not theory. I’ve captained championship teams, coached pros, led corporate turnarounds, and advised 180+ teams and organizations across industries. The results? Multi-million dollar revenue gains. Improved retention. Clearer leadership. Stronger trust. And cultures that stop relying on individuals — and start functioning as systems. My speaking is rooted in the same philosophy I coach: Leadership is a skill. Culture is a system. Performance is a result. I teach frameworks like DynastyDNA OS™, The 12 Non-Negotiables of Champion Leadership, The Alignment OS and The Champion’s Edge Diffusion Model™ — built to help teams lead with purpose, align with clarity, and execute with consistency. Whether I’m speaking to executives, athletes, or high-performing teams, my goal is always the same: To help people stop relying on raw talent — and start building systems that create repeatable, resilient success. Let’s raise the standard — and build something that lasts.
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Detroit resident Imad Ghennouni moved to the city from Bahrain with his family at the age of three. He formerly worked in the corporate world, in fields including business, financial services, and sales, but has spent the past 15 years in the role of motivational speaker. Imad loves the opportunities that this gives him to help people realize their personal and professional aspirations. As a motivational speaker, Imad El Atiki El Ghennouni Mohammed delivers uplifting and inspiring speeches to motivate and energize his audience, whether this is a large group or a single individual. He draws on his own personal experiences and anecdotes to connect and engage with his audience and promote positive shifts in both mindset and behavior. Generally, Imad’s messages aim to boost morale, inspire confidence, and foster a deeper sense of purpose. When he’s not working, Imad Gennouni enjoys many different hobbies and interests including cycling, walking, gardening, playing chess, reading, writing, and playing the guitar. He also loves to cook, especially the traditional Bahrani cuisine that his mother taught him to prepare. His favorite dish to make is machboos, the Bahrani national dish. This one-pot meal is a blend of basmati rice and tenderly cooked meat (traditionally lamb or chicken) which is steeped in spices including coriander, cumin, cardamom, and cinnamon. Imad cites his key professional skills as motivational speaking, team working, self development, skill development, business mentoring, life coaching, and helping others to change their careers or enhance their work-life balance.
$1,501 - $5,000
Currently working as a Senior Portfolio Manager and Wealth Advisor at Designed Wealth Management, Toronto, Moize Goulamhoussen has more than twenty years’ experience within the financial industry. He has been in his current role since January 2024; before this he worked at RBC Dominion Securities, Toronto as a Portfolio Manager and Wealth Advisor from July 2020 to December 2023. Here, he managed the financial and investment affairs of corporate clients, family offices, and high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth families. Moize Goulamhoussen began his career in the financial industry in 2004 as an investment advisor at TD Bank Financial Group, before moving to ALS International, Hong Kong, in March 2010. By October 2016 he had accepted the position of Vice President and Portfolio Manager at BMO Nesbitt Burns. During his time with this organisation, Mr. Goulamhoussen achieved an 85% retention rate, much higher than the industry average at the time of 70%. His focus was on discretionary investment management, and he was the key individual for all portfolio decisions, trading, advice, and research, actively monitoring models and screens that cascaded into client portfolios. Mr. Goulamhoussen also collaborated with internal specialists to provide advice on risk management, estate and tax planning, charitable giving, and private banking, and he was responsible for overseeing the execution of related strategies. Mr. Goulamhoussen holds a B.A. in Political Science, Economics and Sociology from McGill University, Montreal (awarded in 2003), is licensed as a Portfolio Manager by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), and is options licensed by the same organisation. He is a citizen of both France and Canada.
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Born in 1956, Dr Edgar Paltzer is an attorney-at-law at Paltzer Private Clients, Attorneys-at-Law in Zurich, Switzerland. Dr Paltzer studied law at the University of Zurich Law School, where he gained his bachelor’s degree in law in 1980. Dr Paltzer continued his studies in America, gaining an LL.M. master’s degree from New York University in1987. In 1989, Dr Paltzer received a Juris Doctoris degree with thesis in tax law, and in the same year he joined the Zurich-based Attorneys-at-Law firm, CMS von Erlach Henrici. In 2008, Dr Paltzer gained a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Inheritance Law from the University of Zurich, and he has since been a Certified Specialist in SBA Inheritance Law of the Swiss Bar Association. Dr Paltzer has been awarded a number of honours and awards throughout his career, and he is a member of several professional associations including the International Bar Association, the Swiss Association of Trust Companies, The International Academy of Estate and Trust Law, and the International Wealth Advisors Forum. In his practice, Dr Paltzer offers his clients a range of services, with a strong focus on coaching in legal matters include estate management, such as the division of estate and executorship; estate planning, including prenuptial agreements, testaments, donations and inheritance; the structuring and legal maintenance of trusts and foundations; and philanthropy and art law.
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Vibert Noble is a keen solar eclipse chaser and has travelled to experience six eclipses to date, with further trips planned in 2026, 2027 and 2028 to Spain, Egypt, and Australia or New Zealand respectively. He loves to travel in general and visits Lapland in January every year to experience the changing of the seasons from polar night to midwinter. He’s also a regular visitor to La Palma, has undertaken several US road trips and even recently voyaged to Svalbard in the Arctic. For the last four years Vibert has lived in the Vale of Belvoir and loves walking in the local area. He’s also a member of a local independent cinema in Nottingham and attends concerts within the wonderfully intimate atmosphere of the Union Chapel every few months. As well as watching solar eclipses, Vibert enjoys star gazing in general, both from his home, or when on holiday; he usually packs an 80 mm refractor telescope or 15 x 50 IS pair of binoculars when going on vacation. When at home, Vibert relishes trying various English wines, and he has visited Chapel Down and Three Choirs Vineyard, among others. The latter is located in the heart of Gloucestershire and is one of the oldest vineyards in England. Vibert is a long-standing fan of Crystal Palace F.C. and still attends around 10 games every season, despite his new home in the East Midlands. He has also enjoyed watching his local Hundred cricket team, the Trent Rockets, over the last few seasons. Vibert has recently begun learning Spanish, something he hopes will be useful during his next trip to La Palma.
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Volker Hartzsch is co-founder and director of Sixth Society, a company that builds B2B blockchain and web3 tech to provide real-world solutions to clients. Volker has founded and sold 19 companies in 22 years, as well as investing in more than 23 start-ups. He uses a checklist to decide which companies to invest in, which is largely based on a common-sense approach; it’s crucial that he understand what the start-up does, for example. It’s also vital the founder has the drive and passion to achieve success, no matter what. Volker is an experienced and accomplished NLP trained leadership coach who has personally helped more than 180 clients to achieve their ambition of earning a seven-figure annual salary. He was rhetoric and dialectic trained by Samy Molcho, a renowned expert in body language communication who has published several books and held multiple workshops to teach students his skills. To relax, Volker enjoys reading, listening to jazz music and spending time in nature. He also participates in the martial art Muay Thai, which is also known as the ‘art of eight limbs.’ The sport originated in Thailand in the 16th century as a peace-time martial art.
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Antonio Green is a fourth-generation funeral director at James H. Cole Home for Funerals in Detroit, MI. His formative years at the University of Detroit Jesuit High School instilled a commitment to service in him, shaping his lifelong dedication to helping others. Antonio has been a licensed mortician in Michigan for over 15 years. His journey began with a bachelor’s degree in communication from Bowling Green State University. Driven by his passion for supporting families during their most difficult moments, he pursued a degree at Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science before joining his family’s funeral home full-time. His innovative approach played a pivotal role in modernizing the business, culminating in the establishment of a new Northwest Detroit location, which opened in 2010 under his leadership. That same year, Antonio married his wife, Angel, and together they have built a beautiful family with their three children: Nolan, Berkeley, and Jaxson. In 2019, Antonio envisioned starting the James H. Cole Legacy Foundation. The foundation serves to assist marginalized communities by promoting economic growth, helping children in need, and supporting underserved schools. In 2021, Antonio became a published author with Talk to Me: Understanding the Millennial Mindset, which provides insights into how businesses—especially small enterprises—can engage more effectively with the Millennial generation. His ability to identify strategic solutions and foster innovation continues to shape his leadership. As AI technology transforms industries, Antonio has become a key advocate for integrating artificial intelligence into the death care profession. He is leading the exploration of AI-driven advancements, assisting funeral businesses in modernizing while upholding their core values. Committed to supporting family-owned businesses, Antonio uses his expertise to help companies scale, adapt, and thrive in a changing landscape. In addition to serving the funeral home business, Antonio is President of the Horizon House and Vice President of the West Grand Blvd Collaborative board of directors, as well as serving on the board for Doing Development Differently in Detroit (D4).
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Meet Ranbir Sinha, a dynamic Software Engineering Leader with a knack for making complex topics accessible and engaging. With deep expertise in AI, Big Data, MLOps/DevOps, and Cybersecurity, Ranbir brings a wealth of knowledge to the stage. His natural speaking ability and relaxed, interactive presentation style keep audiences captivated and invested throughout his sessions. Ranbir's unique talent lies in his ability to break down intricate concepts and touch on the real pain points that professionals face in the ever-evolving tech landscape. This was notably recognized at the KNIME Spring Summit, where he was praised for his clarity and fluency in explaining complex legal texts despite not being a lawyer. Whether you're a Software Engineer, Data Engineer, Engineering Lead, or Director, Ranbir's talks are tailored to provide educational and actionable insights that you can implement in your work. Join one of his sessions to experience a blend of deep technical knowledge and engaging delivery, and walk away with a fresh perspective and practical solutions.
$251 - $1,500
Joseph Henschel is a licensed and insured handyman based in Charlottesville, Virginia, with nearly 20 years of construction experience. He launched his business in 2016 and now focuses on service calls, home repairs, and small renovations. Born in Clearwater, Florida, he holds associate degrees in electronics and business management from City College in Fort Lauderdale, FL. With a background in retail management, Joe combines expert craftsmanship with excellent customer service and project management, bringing precision and professionalism to every plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and flooring job.
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Kallie Boxell is a recruitment director based in Dallas, Texas, with a strong track record in building high-performing teams and driving business growth. As the Director of Permanent Recruitment at Adecco, she oversees hiring strategies across Texas, leading a team of search consultants and optimizing operations for success. Kallie previously served as a Search Manager at Adecco, specializing in manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, and construction recruitment. Kallie holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Stephen F. Austin State University.
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Val Harkless is a seasoned fraud specialist and advocate specializing in financial crimes, asset forfeiture, and victim assistance. With more than a decade of experience supporting federal law enforcement agencies such as the FBI and DOJ's OCDETF as well as financial crime victims, she offers a unique perspective on the complexities of crypto-related crimes and the challenges victims face in recovering their assets. Her deep understanding of financial fraud makes her an invaluable speaker for organizations seeking to educate and support individuals affected by a myriad of financial crimes.
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Shelby is a highly experienced executive and President/Global Partner at the Strategic Advisor Board. She specializes in client management and is an expert in branding and positioning. Shelby works with some of the most influential brands in the world, helping to create a strong framework for small to mid-market organizations. A professional speaker, international speaking coach, and four-time international best-selling author, Shelby is a recognized expert in corporate communications. She works with prominent CEOs, professional athletes, and influencers in executive coaching and consulting to help companies amplify their influence in the marketplace with a comprehensive brand presence. In all of her endeavors, she helps clients develop a comprehensive brand strategy for thought leadership.
$251 - $1,500