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CEO and founder Toni Wells-Bryant, resident of Los Angeles. Ms. Wells-Bryant has extensive experience in services for homeless populations, both as a practitioner and trainer. She has been affiliated with the Case Management institute, a team lead for PATH, and program manager for First to Serve, DHS/HFH Interim Housing. She has also led two regional facilities for The Salvation Army. Currently Ms. Wells serves as Chief Executive Officer for M.E.N.T.O.S., Inc and operates five Interim Housing re-entry facilities consisting of 48 staff members and volunteers, with an annual budget of $3,960,000. She secured the funding through the Office of Diversion and Re-entry; a division of the Department of Health Services; the State of California; and the Special Service Group. The organization was formed in 2011. Ms. Wells-Bryant has been rewarded for her work this industry and has been having success putting formerly incarcerated individuals back to work since 2012. Please sees the links below and additional exhibits for the evidence of success in this area. The Bona Fides M.E.N.T.O.R.S. holds a Master Services Agreement with the County of Los Angeles for Supportive and/or Housing Services. The current re-entry facility has a waiting list the Department of Health Services due to exemplary services provided at this location. The Reno Motel Recuperative Care Center and several residents were featured in a USA Today article on innovative solutions to homelessness in Los Angeles County (a documentary is pending): https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2019/08/14/homeless-population-renovated-motels/1904375001
$251 - $1,500
Yannick Fouagou, an Engineer turned People Analytics leader at Gore Mutual Insurance, is a dynamic speaker and recognized authority in human resources strategy. Known for his patent on a groundbreaking electromechanical system for deep-sea oil wells, Yannick's credentials extend from engineering prowess to leading-edge HR practices. As a cultural architect at Gore Mutual, Yannick reimagined Human Capital Management by leading the shift towards a data-driven culture. He has a proven track record of enhancing talent attraction, engagement, retention, performance management, and compensation strategies - all tied directly to the Employee Value Proposition and Business outcomes. An engaging online author and storyteller, Yannick's insights sit at the crossroads of People Leadership, Data Analytics, and Human Factors.
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Dr. Jackie Eldridge has been a teacher, teacher educator and university administrator for many years. She is also an entrepreneur who brings emotional Intelligence, inclusion and community, resilience and trauma-informed practice to the work that she does with organization of all kinds. Her belief is that these critically important skills will help people understand the importance of emotional intelligence in transforming individuals and teams as each person becomes an agent of change in the world. Certifications: Emotional Intelligence EQ-i 2.0® Personality Dimensions MBSR – Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction
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Gaurav Srivastava is a strategic investor in frontier markets, with a focus on energy, commodities and finance across Africa, Asia and the Middle East. Since late 2023, Srivastava has been the subject of an aggressive and vindictive disinformation campaign in a failed attempt to exonerate Niels Troost from trading in illicit Russian oil. Troost and related entities were eventually sanctioned by the UK, EU, Switzerland and the US Treasury (OFAC), as told on the podcast Targeted.com .
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As a natural born leader and entrepreneur, Anthony spent much of his years working in the non-profit sector, serving as an advocate, development officer, programs developer, and ultimately non-profit executive. Years later, Anthony moved into the for-profit sector where he started and led a success pediatric therapy clinic; continuing his work and advocacy amongst some of the most in-need throughout the community. Trouble started when he hired an individual who was later to have been found preying on her next target. After just shy of 90 days of her employment the trouble started. Once the employee was terminated, for cause, things spun out of control. An all out attack on his name, business, reputation, and freedom ensued. Anthony successfully sued the individual, was awarded $3.57M in damages, a permanent retraining order, and even went on to beat, not one, not two, but THREE attempts the employee made to frame him for crimes he never committed. Anthony is a dynamic speaker with a story of hope, love, and inspiration as to what it means to beats the odds, and expose some of the worst that prey on the communities most vulnerable populations. Anthony's story is good for all realms of business, human resource professionals, electronic discovery experts, government entities, human rights organizations, equality and diversity groups, and more.
$251 - $1,500
Wes Berry works with Fortune 500 companies like Johnson & Johnson to businesses and associations of all sizes seeking to achieve a breakthrough experience. He has the professional skills and real-life experience to deliver on any stage. Wes is a TEDx Speaker and a Wall Street Journal best-selling author; he has written sixteen books in the business and success genres. As an entrepreneur, he built a $750 million company. Wes has even done some standup comedy as well as radio and television. My Speaking Catalog represents over a dozen topics I have written and spoken on. Humor and audience engagement are core components of all my talks. Your audience will come away motivated and with renewed enthusiasm. Even his mother says he has a face for radio.
$5,001 - $10,000
Lolita Guarin is a renowned stress management coach, speaker, and four-time #1 Amazon bestselling author with over a decade of experience in empowering individuals to navigate the complexities of stress and burnout. With a background deeply rooted in the high-pressure environment of corporate America, Lolita has honed her expertise in developing effective stress reduction techniques that are both practical and accessible. As a seasoned speaker, Lolita has been featured in multiple events, TV shows, Lunch & Learns, webinars, workshops, and over 100 podcasts. She captivates her audience with her engaging approach and practical advice. Renowned for her dynamic workshops and seminars, Lolita’s focus extends beyond understanding the science of stress to providing real-world, actionable solutions. Her interactive sessions allow participants to experience the benefits of her strategies in real time. Lolita is also the creator of the CALM Process, a holistic approach to stress management that has helped countless professionals, entrepreneurs, and adult children of addicts regain control of their lives. She offers strategies to reduce burnout, boost productivity, and improve work-life balance, making her a sought-after speaker for corporate teams, conferences, and organizations looking to foster healthier, more resilient work environments. Her bestselling books, including Crush Stress While You Work and Stress Management for Adult Children of Alcoholics, are further testaments to her deep understanding of stress and trauma, and her commitment to helping others lead more balanced, fulfilling lives. For a speaker who delivers practical, transformative strategies with passion and energy, Lolita Guarin is the perfect choice for your next event.
$1,501 - $5,000
Christopher Hill, Ph.D. President/Co-founder, Hillside Communications Chris Hill is president and co-founder at Hillside Communications, based in Durango, Colorado. For over twenty years, Chris and his team have supported over thirty thousand of the most accomplished scientific experts in the US and worldwide to deliver outstanding presentations. With over seventeen years of science-teaching experience in the UK, Bermuda, and the US and a doctorate in educational psychology, Chris is well-qualified to recognize influential speakers and educators and share their best practices.
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Josh Sanchez has been recognized as one of the Top Emerging Entrepreneurs by Forbes; The Culture. A Serial Entrepreneur Josh Sold his first company at 24, He has consulted for some of the biggest companies in the Silicon Slopes. His current entrepreneurial endeavor is DFRNT Media - that has garnered over +1,000,000 Views across all platforms for his clients' brands. He has produced 5 Podcasts in the Top 10% of Podcasts Globally with one peaking at Top 1% Globally. Josh started Podcasting in 2016 with a show called "Always Advancing" and after 50 published episodes and very few downloads, he closed down that podcast. Fast forward a few years he started another Podcast called Adaptive Leaders and within 9 months he broke into the Top 10% of Podcasts worldwide and garnered over 100 Million Views. With this success, he wondered if he could duplicate this rapid growth for a client he was working with. He launched The Liberating Humanity Podcast and within 3 months it was in the Top 2% Podcasts worldwide with over 150 Million Views. Josh calls this strategy the Podfluential System.
$5,001 - $10,000
Valerie Jennings, founder of Jennings Social Media & MarTech (JSMM), is an award-winning digital marketing leader known for pioneering AI-powered strategies and redefining modern marketing approaches. Since launching JSMM in 2003 at the age of 24, Valerie has embraced innovation, from early adoption of social media to leading a global, women-led remote team. Her strategic vision prioritizes flexibility and remote work, long before it became mainstream. Despite a corporate push towards in-office work, Valerie’s commitment to adaptability resulted in a 42% revenue boost in 2023 and continued growth through 2025. Her model of remote-first operations attracts top talent and broadens service capabilities. In 2025, Valerie launched Under the Brand, a bold video podcast in which she interviews visionary founders, tech innovators and creative disruptors about the strategies, AI tools and brand decisions driving business impact. Under Valerie’s leadership, JSMM has established client relationships averaging six years, with some spanning over 15—a testament to long-term growth and client satisfaction. Her strategic foresight and dedication to innovation solidifies JSMM as a trusted partner. Valerie’s contributions to the marketing industry have earned her numerous accolades, including: - 2024 Stevie Women in Business Award Finalist – Most Innovative Woman of the Year in Advertising, Marketing & PR - 2024 TITAN Women in Business Gold Winner – Innovative Marketing Executive of the Year - 2024 Cynopsis Top Women in Media – Industry Leaders - Inc. Magazine 2024 Power Partner – Recognizing JSMM’s trusted agency performance A certified AI practitioner through Coursera under Dr. Andrew Ng, Valerie is also a sought-after national speaker on AI and digital transformation. She has presented at prestigious events such as the Digital Summit and the Midwest Digital Marketing Conference. Her passion for AI integration is evident in her strategic vision: “At Jennings Social Media & MarTech, we’re using platforms like Qwoted for AI-driven PR pitching, Scalenut for generative AI SEO, and Agency Analytics for real-time performance reporting. These tools don’t just make our work faster, but they make it smarter. We’ve also turned underperforming campaigns into market leaders by analyzing AI data to refine creative direction, build custom persona-driven messaging, and help eliminate the guesswork. AI has become our superpower, and these innovations are what drive our passion forward.” Valerie currently serves as chair of the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce Tourism and Hospitality Council and leads a global team headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, with satellite offices in Miami Beach, Florida, and Irvine, California. She is a certified member of the National Women’s Business Owner Council (NWBOC.org), reflecting her dedication to empowering women in business.
$1,501 - $5,000
Michael Hingson, blind since birth, was born in Chicago to sighted parents who believed in raising their son with a can-do attitude. Michael’s family relocated to Palmdale California when he was five years old. He received his first guide dog at the age of 14. He later went to college receiving a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Physics along with a secondary teaching credential from the University of California at Irvine. Michael then enjoyed a nearly-30-year career working for high tech companies spending most of his time in management roles. Michael Hingson’s life changed dramatically on September 11, 2001 when he and his guide dog, Roselle, escaped from the 78th floor of Tower One in the World Trade Center. Soon after, Michael and Roselle were thrust into the international limelight where Michael began to share his unique survival story and 9-11 lessons of trust, courage, heroism, and teamwork. Mike has served as The National Public Affairs Director for one of the largest Nonprofit organizations in the nation: Guide Dogs for the Blind; He has served as the vice president of the National Association of Guide Dog Users; Michael has held seats on several boards. Until October 2019 he worked as the CEO of the Do More Foundation, the non-profit arm of Aira Tech Corp, a manufacturer of assistive technology which makes a revolutionary visual interpreter for blind people. In January 2021 Mike joined accessiBe as its Chief Vision Officer to help advance the company goal of making the entire internet fully inclusive. He is the author of the #1 New York Times Best Seller: “Thunder dog –The True Story of a Blind Man, a Guide Dog & the Triumph of Trust” – selling over 2.5 million copies Worldwide. In 2014 Mr. Hingson published his 2nd book “Running with Roselle”- A story for our youth. His third book, “Live Like A Guide Dog”, was released on August 20, 2024. This book shows readers how they can learn to control fear and not, as Mike would say, “become blinded by fear in the face of crisis”. Mr. Hingson has traveled the Globe speaking to some of the world’s most elite: from former President, George W. Bush to Larry King, to Fortune 500 companies and colleges and Universities Nationwide. After sharing his story of survival on hundreds of TV and Radio programs, Michael is now an Expert hired by many of today’s major corporations and organizations. Speaking and consulting on the importance of Teamwork and Trust, Moving from Diversity to Inclusion, as well as offering Adaptive Technology Training – spearheading innovation for ALL! In June, 2024 Mike was inducted as an alumni member into the honors Fraternity Phi Beta Kappa. Currently Michael lives in Victorville, California with Alamo, Michael’s eighth guide dog and his rescue feline, Stitch. More information on Mr. Hingson is available on his website. Here also is a link to Mr. Hingson’s press kit, https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/q8uxu9u7pap4puj5de7rg/h?rlkey=22bziy0wmghf8111kad73685y&dl=0
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