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Natasha A. Pierre is an award-winning speaker, author, certified professional life coach and a mental health advocate with over 20 years of lived experience. Her relatable speaking style allows her to connect with global audiences to share the importance of self-awareness, self-advocacy, community building and effective legislation. Natasha was born and raised on St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. She entered the world of professional speaking at age 14 as a co-host on her island’s teen talk show. She was lauded for her on-camera poise and confidence, and soon became a sought-after keynote speaker at territory-wide forums addressing education, health and economy. Natasha has a B.A. in Mass Communications from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, and a Social Security Administration Work Incentives Practitioner credential from Cornell University. Her additional certifications include: Supported Employment, Peer Mentoring and Ministry. For the last five years, Natasha has devoted much of her time to mental health education and advocacy. She is the Executive Director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)-Hillsborough affiliate, in Tampa, Florida. She serves on the Board of Trustees for First Unity Spiritual Campus in St. Petersburg, FL, and is a faculty member of the Institute for Leadership and Lifelong Learning. Full Certifications Mental Health First Aid – Youth Certified Mental Health First Aid – Adult Certified Certified Peer Mentor Coordinator Self-advocacy Trainer FL BOE Work Readiness Trainer Career Counseling Information Referral Trainer Florida State Supported Employment Specialist Professional Life and Career Coach Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) Facilitator Reiki Level II Practitioner NAMI Family-to-Family Course Facilitator NAMI Peer-to-Peer Facilitator NAMI Smarts for Advocacy Facilitator
$1,501 - $5,000
Amii Barnard-Bahn is a passionate culture builder with over 20 years of experience helping executives and teams to achieve transformational leadership and sustainable business results. Amii partners with organizations to develop high performing leaders and teams, and coaches executives who are dedicated to improving their organizational impact. Amii’s expertise is built upon her corporate background as a Senior Executive and Board Advisor with more than 20 years of success across the healthcare, financial services, and entertainment industries. Amii recently served as SVP HR for River City Bank, California's premier business bank with assets of $2 billion. Prior to River City Bank, as Chief Administrative Officer for the California Dental Association, she created the infrastructure to drive operational agility and led a reorganization resulting in an upgrade of IT and HR functions for the $100 million non-profit association. She previously spent five years as Chief Compliance & Ethics Officer with McKesson, where she designed and executed compliance strategy for the $137 billion Fortune 5 company’s most profitable business unit with $90 billion in revenues and 6,500 employees in 40 international locations. Here she led implementation of a five-year strategic plan that reduced risk, improved operational efficiency, and increased employee engagement. Prior to this, she worked for eleven years with Fireman’s Fund (a subsidiary of Allianz) where she managed a $2 million budget and directed HR and employment law strategy. She brings this wealth of “in the trenches” experience in service to organizations, understanding the challenges today’s leaders face on a daily basis. Amii holds a BA in English from Tufts University, and a JD from Georgetown University Law Center. She has served on multiple non-profit boards, including currently as a Leadership Committee Member with 2020 Women on Boards. She has taught Corporate Compliance & Ethics at Golden Gate University School of Law and is a frequent speaker on topics including leadership development, employee engagement, and ethical culture.
$5,001 - $10,000
Kelly Master is an extraordinary leader, igniting fires of hope wherever she goes. She is an exceptional Speaker and Author who captivates audiences with her unparalleled passion, infectious joy, and fearlessness. Her words resonate deep within the hearts of listeners, urging them to reach higher, dream bigger, and step into their full potential. In 2011, Kelly blazed a trail leading the charge against human trafficking. Her tireless efforts included pioneering campaigns to educate communities and support survivors, marking her as a relentless advocate for justice. The following year, she embarked on a groundbreaking initiative in Philadelphia and New Jersey strip clubs, offering vital resources to dancers in need. Globally recognized for her unwavering fight against child sexual exploitation, Kelly's impact knows no bounds. As the founder and executive director of For Dignity, Kelly Master speaks in prisons, jails, and addiction recovery homes to help others break free from defeating cycles and live with hope and purpose. Kelly is also an inspiring author, penning two impactful books: "Fierce & Free: Ignite Your Potential" and "SHINE: Uplifting Words for Girls in Stilettos." Her writing extends beyond the pages of her own works as she contributes to online publications and collaborates with fellow authors, amplifying her voice and her mission. Author Lynn Hybels said this: "A dangerous woman is alive! She knows she is deeply loved by God and grounds herself daily in that love. She delves deeply into the truth about who she is and claims her unique temperament, gifts, passions, and dreams. She refuses to let fear stop her as she responds to God's calling on her life. And out of her fully alive heart, she radically engages with the needs of the world." That describes Kelly Master, her message, and her Ministry. For more information, go to www.kellymaster.com
$5,001 - $10,000
I'm a motivational speaker, author, entrepreneur, former basketball player, coach and trainer. I've traveled all over the world sharing my story of dealing with adversity, the power of mindset, and self belief. My purpose is helping others realize they have one. Regardless of if I'm in front of thousands of people or just a few my message will resonate with your audience.
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Ron’s leadership as an expert in organization change management and process analysis and management is based on more than twenty-five years of experience specializing in major strategic and operational initiatives. His capability to navigate from strategic planning to operational implementation is firmly grounded in operational roles during his early career. These initiatives cross domestic and international industry groups, such as: airlines, automotive, banking, chemicals, financial services, high tech, insurance, pharmaceuticals, retail, telecommunications, and the United States Government. Major achievements include playing a key role in winning the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award while implementing business process management and developing high-performing teams and leading successful consulting engagements from Indonesia to central Europe. Considered an industry leader in major organization change, Ron delivered keynote addresses in the telecommunications, software, professional services consulting, and research industries. Currently, Ron is leading major transformational initiatives as a Managing Partner in 6th Level Consulting Group.
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Journalist, Talk Show Host, Motivational Speaker Chip VanGhundy is from Houston, TX. The Host and Creator of TCVS (The Chip VanGhundy Show) came onto the scene in 2010 when the show aired for the first time in Houston. It didn't take long before viewers wanted Chip to come and share his soul stirring motivational concepts at their churches and events. Chip is most known for his passion and ability to help others see their lives, relationships, and careers from a different prospective. Prior to coming to television Chip help a peak position in the banking industry for more that 5 years and also speaks on the secret to growing business through the power of connection. This is a speaker you must hear!
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I split my time between desk and travel. I am a public speaker, presenter, performer, and conference facilitator specializing in Open Space Technology. I've run small focused conventions all over North America and Europe, with occasional clients that fall in the larger end of the event spectrum. At the same time I've been working in digital media for the last twenty years and have become proficient in translating the real-life experiences into words, sound, and video on the web. I'm fortunate to be able to work on both my personal projects such as LoveLifePractice and with fantastic clients to bring their messages to the web. Specialties: Open Space Facilitation, AltSex, polyamory, and consent education, event planning, education & training, public speaking, copywriting, blogging, narration, social media strategy
$1,501 - $5,000
I am a software developer and product designer, and was an executive member of a venture-backed and exited technology startup. With years of experience navigating the competing priorities of engineering, product, sales, and customer support, I help companies ship profitable software. I also speak about product and UX strategy from time to time, and I credit my early career as a middle school teacher for a dash of exposure therapy that has prepared me for a life of presentations. :) Likes: - Small, nimble teams. - Change and people who are ok with change. - When @dhh gets particularly insightful. - Craft beer, although this is now about as original as having a beard. - My daughter's preschool songs. - Deploying. - The cold side of the pillow. - Trello. It's basically the best app ever made. (Don't ruin this for me, Atlassian.) Dislikes: - Arugula. - Waiting for "sign-off". - When @dhh gets particularly righteous. - Those two times the Rangers were within a strike of winning the World Series, and yet didn't. - LinkedIn summaries. I Believe: - You should build less than you think you need to. - "Your intellectual opponents aren't evil." - Russ Roberts (@econtalker) - The company that ships will beat the company in yet another meeting. - What you choose to leave out of your product is often as important as what you decide to put in.
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Susie Carder is a business coach and BELIEVE BUSINESS SHOULD BE FUN, NOT PAINFUL! She is passionate about business owners living a life that is fulfilled! Achieving holistic success is a priority for her and her clients. Susie’s commitment is that all of business owners are paid the value they bring to their business and are the first to be paid not the last. She BELIEVES IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD! You are a gift from God and what you do is your gift back to your community which makes a difference in the world! PROFIT is an essential part of success and it should be planned for. It is imperative for long-term sustainability. PLANNING and STRATEGY brings peace of mind, it allows business owners to spend more time with family, friends and in activities that they love outside of work.
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I am a former prosecutor with 20 years experience in New York City. For the last nine of those twenty years I was chief of violent organized crime at the Manhattan DA's Office and served as the top gun violence prosecutor in New York State. In 2010 I revolutionized the way police and prosecutors combat gang violence by developing a new prosecution model that has been adopted across NYC and in jurisdictions across the country. I have lectured to every big-city District Attorney from coast to coast and have consulted with cities big and small on anti-gun violence programs. I am an expert in designing and executing physical security plans for major institutions, including colleges and universities, as well as residential and commercial buildings. I have conducted thousands of investigations including white collar tax, embezzlement and money laundering, to arson, stalking, and terrorist attacks.
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Address: 8437 Wornall Road Kansas City, MO 64114 Phone: (816) 333-6800 Website: http://www.waldofinancial.com Business Email: [email protected] Waldo Financial is a leading Kansas City retailer of financial services, including short-term consumer loans, car title loans, payday loans, cash advance loans, check cashing, bill payment and prepaid debit card services. Waldo Financial focuses on serving consumers, many of whom seek alternatives to traditional banking relationships in order to gain convenient and immediate access to financial services.
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I started my first business at age 20. Now, I own multiple businesses and help other aspiring and beginner entrepreneurs to build a business surrounding their passions. My sessions with my clients and program participants are not traditional consulting and coaching sessions. These sessions are designed to build the entrepreneur and teach them that entrepreneurship is not just a title, but a lifestyle. Education, wellness, meditation, productivity and others are incorporated into their new lifestyle while they focus on building their new business or brand.
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