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In 2020, Ron founded his own consulting firm, Latinovid Capital, focusing on helping businesses navigate the complexities of revenue growth, funding acquisition, and strategic mergers and acquisitions. His unique approach combines rigorous financial analysis with tailored strategies to meet the specific needs of his clients. Under his leadership, the firm has grown significantly, earning a reputation for its hands-on support and successful outcomes. Ron has worked with a diverse range of clients, from startups seeking seed funding to established corporations looking to expand through mergers. His expertise in identifying growth opportunities and securing financing has helped numerous businesses achieve their strategic goals.
$5,001 - $10,000
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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Chandra Sanders is an award-winning Chief Evangelist at RightMatch AI and bestselling author of The Essential Upgrade: A Journey of Purpose, Pivots, and Power. With over 20 years of experience in transforming talent strategies and fostering innovation, Chandra is a thought leader at the forefront of AI-powered solutions in hiring. Her expertise lies in bridging the gap between human potential and technology, driving results for organizations across industries. A champion of resilience and growth, Chandra's impactful work has earned her recognition from Fast Company and numerous media outlets. As a sought-after keynote speaker, she inspires audiences to embrace change, harness the power of AI, and create sustainable solutions for the future of work.
$1,501 - $5,000
Florencia Iriondo is an award-winning writer, performer, and former tech executive, with a unique 20-year career spanning four continents. She has created groundbreaking original shows for TV, digital platforms, and theater, including MTV Viacom, Off-Broadway, and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Florencia is the founding Showrunner of LinkedIn Studios, where she built the strategy and production teams from the ground up at the Empire State Building. A creative traveler turned leader, founder, and solopreneur, Florencia brings a unique point of view and an inspiring voice to all her projects.
$1,501 - $5,000
Mark Bradley, an Oakland, California native, has built a commendable career by melding his passion for technology with exemplary leadership skills across the retail, IT, and banking sectors. His professional journey is marked by his strategic insight and innovative approach to product management. Outside his office, he pursues a rich tapestry of interests, including music composition, hiking, softball, video gaming, vegan cooking, and community volunteering. Initiating his career at Peet's Coffee in Emeryville, California, Mark began as a customer service coordinator, quickly rising to roles that matched his talent for technology and leadership within IT and digital product management. This progression was driven by his inherent ability to grasp complex technological environments and his desire to implement solutions that drive business forward. During his tenure at Peet's Coffee, Mark took on pivotal roles such as Software QA and Program Manager. He oversaw the redesign of the company's website and managed a diverse team, including quality assurance engineers and business analysts. His leadership led to enhanced processes in inventory management and streamlined coffee distribution operations in grocery stores, significantly improving operational efficiencies. Elevating to the role of Digital Product Manager, Mark assumed more significant responsibilities. He engaged closely with company stakeholders to define strategic visions, manage product roadmaps, and oversee the entire cycle of product development. His rigorous attention to detail and strategic foresight ensured that each product met market needs and excelled in user experience. Mark's significant contributions at Peet's Coffee captured the attention of Safeway (now part of Albertson's), where he was recruited as a Senior Product Manager. His ability to lead and innovate led to his quick promotion to Director of Product for Mobile Apps. In this role, he was instrumental in revolutionizing the mobile app experience for Safeway, enhancing customer engagement and operational efficiency through innovative technological solutions. Seeking new challenges in the financial sector, Mark joined U.S. Bank as the Vice President of Products and Head of Mobile Apps. Here, he applied his deep expertise in product strategy and digital innovation to enhance the bank's mobile banking offerings. His efforts have significantly improved customer satisfaction and operational efficiencies, earning the bank numerous accolades for its innovative digital solutions. Born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida, by a single mother, Mark learned the value of education and hard work early in life. He worked various jobs from a young age to support his family and fund his education.
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I am David Gwynn, a dedicated CEO based in Eugene, OR, with a passion for pioneering the integration of artificial intelligence into the fabric of business operations. With an extensive background in technology and a forward-thinking mindset, I specialize in guiding businesses through the complexities of AI adoption to enhance their operational efficiency and profitability. My commitment to innovation is matched by a deep understanding of market trends and the agility required to stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing business landscape. Through my targeted talks and consultancy, I empower organizational leaders with practical insights and actionable strategies to harness the power of AI. My approach is centered on delivering tangible, measurable outcomes that not only streamline processes but also ensure companies remain competitive in an era where intelligent technology is the cornerstone of success. I am dedicated to helping businesses realize the full potential of AI, translating cutting-edge concepts into real-world applications that drive growth and revolutionize industries. Target Audience: The target audience for my business primarily encompasses forward-thinking corporate executives, business owners, and managerial staff who are looking to incorporate AI into their operations. This includes leaders from industries that are particularly ripe for digital transformation, such as retail, healthcare, finance, insurance, and logistics. Additionally, technology strategists, IT directors, innovation managers, and operational heads who aim to drive efficiency and competitive advantage through the adoption of AI and machine learning are integral to my client base. My services cater to both those at the beginning of their AI journey and seasoned professionals looking to fine-tune their existing AI strategies for maximal impact.
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Doctor Ștefan Mindea este un neurochirurg de talie mondială, format în Statele Unite ale Americii, unde a dobândit o experiență vastă în chirurgia cerebrală și spinală ultra-minim invazivă. Neurochirurgia este o ramură a chirurgiei care se ocupă de operațiile pe creier și alte intervenții asupra coloanei vertebrală. Cele mai frecvente patologii pe care le tratează un neurochirurg sunt tumori cerebrale, formatiuni cerebrale si vertebrale canceroase, hernia de disc cervicală, hernia de disc lombară, stenoza de canal lombar, spondiloza cervicala și fracturi vertebrale traumatice sau osteoporotice. Dr Ștefan Mindea tratează o gamă largă de patologii, precum tumori spinale și cerebral cât și patologii degenerative spinale precum protruzia discală, hernia de disc cervicală, hernia de disc lombară, spondilolisteza, fracturi vertebrale osteoporotice și stenoza spinală lombară. Medicul neurochirurg Ștefan Mindea a dezvoltat o adresabilitate mare pentru experiența sa în domeniul chirurgiei ultra-minim invazive a coloanei vertebrale (tehnici performanțe care scurtează cu mult recuperarea pacienților) și al fixării spinale percutanate pentru cazuri complexe spinale. Cu o experiență de peste 18 ani, neurochirurgul Doctor Ștefan Mindea și-a dedicat întreaga carieră tratării afecțiunilor complexe ale creierului și coloanei vertebrale, folosind abordări de ultimă generație, minim invazive. Și-a perfecționat abilitățile tehnice prin activitatea desfășurată la instituții prestigioase precum Northwestern University Memorial Hospital din Chicago și Stanford University Medical Center din California. În 2009, Dr. Ștefan Mindea a fost Director al Secției de Neurochirurgie Spinală Minim Invazivă la Stanford University Medical Clinic, în departamentul de Neurochirurgie sub conducerea Dr. Gary Steinberg. Tot la Stanford, a coordonat Secția de Oncologie Spinală, unde a dezvoltat tehnică chirurgicală ultra-minim invazivă a coloanei și a contribuit la crearea unor instrumente și implanturi chirurgicale inovatoare. Contribuțiile sale în domeniu i-au adus numeroase distincții, inclusiv includerea mai multor ani la rând în clasamentele "Top Doctors" și "Best Neurosurgeons", alături de recunoașterea pentru realizările sale clinice și de cercetare. Studiile și cercetările Dr. Ștefan Mindea au fost publicate în reviste de prestigiu neurochirurgicale precum World Neurosurgery, Journal of Neurosurgery, Spine și Neurosurgical Focus. Este un speaker foarte apreciat la conferințe medicale naționale și internaționale și menține legături profesionale strânse cu neurochirurgi și specialiști ortopedici de top din întreaga lume.
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I join my work as an academic, creative leader, and international speaker with a deeply passionate focus on unexpected through-lines of the interdisciplinary. I have a professional background in performance, script development and Hollywood production. I hold the Ph.D. in English and American Literature from Harvard University, the M.A. in Creative Writing from Boston University, and a double honors B.A. degree in Mathematics and English from the University of Pennsylvania. As Chair of Creative Writing and Theater at The University of Hong Kong, I founded and directed the M.A. in Creative Communications and the M.F.A. in Creative Writing, integrating critical and creative studies. I have also co-founded Guild Hong Kong, where I continue to work with today’s young creative leaders and interdisciplinary innovators across the arts, sciences, and tech, nurturing and directing projects in creative writing, multimedia production, theatre, performance, and AI research. I am an award-winning writer and director, honored to have my work recognized in both academic and creative communities, worldwide. I have been privileged to speak at renowned institutions, including the University of Exeter, the Global Seminars at Salzburg, and Harvard University.
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Dr. Viv, a dynamic speaker renowned for her approachable style and quick wit, brings a refreshing dose of light humor to the serious topics of AI and tech burnout. A trailblazer among women physicians in the AI realm, she combines cutting-edge medical insights with advanced technology to cultivate thriving, productive organizations. Actively engaging her audiences, she shares insights as a visionary leader in workplace transformation. As a psychiatrist certified in AI Medicine and AI Ethics, Dr. Viv empowers professionals to harness AI as an ally, not a threat. Her signature program, cAlm code, offers a 10-module system packed with practical, actionable strategies for workplace wellness and ethical AI integration. With her unique expertise and engaging approach, she tackles tech burnout head-on, helping companies protect their bottom line while enhancing productivity and employee well-being. Through her lively consultations, workshops, and training sessions, Dr. Viv provides the tools for organizations to stay ahead in an AI-driven landscape, promoting a balanced, healthy, and tech-savvy workforce. Her guidance transforms AI challenges into opportunities for responsible growth and sustainable success. For strategies on navigating AI stress with confidence and resilience, visit byteburnout.ai.
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Vasyl Cherlinka has over 30 years of experience in agronomy and pedology (soil science). He is a Doctor of Biosciences with a specialization in soil science. Dr. Cherlinka attended the engineering college (agrochemistry and agronomy) in Ukraine (1989-1993), went on to deepen his expertise in agrochemistry, agronomy and soil science in the Chernivtsi National University in “Agrochemistry and soil science” (1993-1998). In 2001, he successfully defended a thesis, “Substantiation of Agroecological Conformity of Models of Soil Fertility and its Factors to the Requirements of Field Cultures” and obtained the degree of Biosciences Candidate with a special emphasis on soil science from the NSC “Institute for Soil Science and Agrochemistry Research named after O.N. Sokolovsky”. In 2019, Dr. Cherlinka successfully defended a thesis, “Digital Elevation Models in Soil Science: Theoretical and Methodological Foundations and Practical Use” and obtained the PhD in Biosciences with a specialization in soil science. Vasyl is married, has two children (son and daughter). He has a lifelong passion for sports (he’s a candidate for Master of Sports of Ukraine in powerlifting and has even taken part in Strongman competitions). Since 2018, Dr. Cherlinka has been advising EOSDA on problems in soil science, agronomy, and agrochemistry.
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Mehul is a Product Strategy and Analytics Manager at Google with a passion for using data to drive product strategy and improve customer experiences. He has a proven track record of success in leading data science initiatives, building machine learning models, and conducting experiments that have generated significant value for his employers. Mehul has held a variety of roles in the data science field, including Principal Data Scientist at Capital One and holds a Master's degree in Data Science and is proficient in a variety of data analysis tools and technologies.
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