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Billie-Jewel Sexton and her husband, Sean, founded Bridge the Gap Ministry (BTG) in August of 2018. The mission of BTG is to make the church a safe, inviting, and accepting place for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse. Billie-Jewel pulls from her own experience, as well as from those she has helped during her time as a Domestic Violence Victim Advocate, to educate people about the impact of trauma and importance of support and acceptance.
$251 - $1,500
As a Public Relations specialist, if I had shredded the documents UBS suddenly asked me to destroy, I could have risked prison. I was working for UBS Marketing Dept & had absolutely no idea of the scope of the documents which I was supposed to get rid of during searches. I refused to be part of illegal activities & blew the whistle internally. When in a weakened state because of the harassment I was suffering at UBS, I was targeted by the French state and, constraint by the law, had to communicate confidential information to the Ministry of Finances, which have helped to identify numerous offshore bank accounts.
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Ralph Robles is a Real Estate Professional. Founder and Director of "Free Home Selling Class". In his years in real estate he has gained a vast knowledge of experiences. From contact expertise, decluttering a home, emotional patience, a wise negotiator, plus much more. Ralph's most famous quote, "How can you know what you don't know.
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Like most people, David Woods Bartley has seen his fair share of successes and setbacks; from directing a nationally recognized nonprofit to battling a life-threatening mental illness. But over the last seven years, David has successfully navigated from the isolation of mental “hellness” to the inclusive space of mental wellness. Currently, David is a member of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the International Association for Youth Mental Health, the National Storytelling Network’s Healing Story Alliance, and Active Minds. David holds certifications in Mental Health First Aid for Adults and Youth, SafeTALK (Suicide Awareness for Everyone), and is a national trainer for the groundbreaking suicide prevention technique known as QPR (Question, Persuade and Refer). David has been invited to speak before a wide range of domestic and international audiences, giving keynote speeches and leading workshops on a variety of aspects of mental health, including suicide awareness and prevention, the power of connection to create hope, and the use of language as a tool for healing. In addition to giving a TEDx talk in the fall of 2018, David has been invited to present to organizations such as the United States Food and Drug Administration, the Army Corps of Engineers, Novartis, Takeda Pharmaceuticals, Lyft, Sutter Health, Vision Service Plan, the University of Connecticut, the California Northstate School of Medicine, UC Davis, Sacramento State, William Jessup University, along with various faith denominations, law enforcement agencies and community organizations at the local, state and national level. David’s goal for each speech and workshop is the same: to shed light on the issue of mental illness, teach people how to leverage curiosity to overcome our fears and use connection to create hope.
$1,501 - $5,000
Figuring out what to say is like jumping out of a moving train of thought: hurl yourself into the wild wind and hope for the best in the world outside your mind. It doesn't have to be that way. I work with organizations to identify priorities, zero in on what you need to say, and say it in a way that shapes attitudes and behaviors. For 20+ years, I have helped corporations, higher education institutions, and nonprofit organizations create bold, compelling messages to get the results they want. Here are a few details about me: • Award-winning master educator and recognized expert in message development for brand building, leadership presence, and audience engagement. • Deep knowledge of the nuances of communication and its ability to change minds and behaviors. • Seasoned writer and public speaker honored by the International Communication Association, National Communication Association, and the Association of Teacher Educators. Featured on TEDxCSULB, ABC7 Eyewitness News, and KMEX 34 Univision in Los Angeles. •Multicultural impact: bilingual in English/Spanish, lived in the Caribbean, Europe and North America. With the mind of a data scientist, the heart of a coach, and the spirit of a savvy strategist, I talk the talk and walk the walk in ways that will take your business or communication project to the next level. Through workshops, presentations, seminars, assessments, and consulting sessions, I'll help you discover what works and doesn't work for your unique situation. Messages matter. Words have the power to inspire, engage, influence, and move people to action. Or simply hit you where it hurts. As a professor, consultant, and deep-rooted member of the community, I have crossed industry boundaries for over two decades, crafting and fine-tuning communication strategies for individuals and organizations in education, financial services, natural gas, and other fields. Whether I am delivering a seminar for a large corporation or consulting with a nonprofit organization, I listen attentively, perform critical assignments, and create customized programs that help participants break through barriers for brand building, leadership presence, multicultural innovation, team management, presentation impact (audience engagement), interpersonal communication, and conflict resolution. If you could use an outside perspective to drive your inside game, then please reach out today! I can't wait to hear your story and help you create original solutions for you, your organization, and your brand.
$5,001 - $10,000
A computer scientist and design thinker, Lon Barfield has research, industry & start-up experience and is a lecturer and author. After joint degrees in Computer Science and Physics and a Masters in Computer Science he went on to work at the CWI: Holland's National Research Labs, co-founded the internet start-up General Design and worked at Hewlett Packard Labs as well as a number of universities; Bristol, TU Delft, Utrecht, OU, UWE, City University, University of the Arts London and the Manchester Metropolitan University. At Simpleweb Studio Block he is working on technologies and issues in the distributed ledger space and is a review editor for the journal ‘Frontiers in Blockchain’.
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A Certified Diversity Executive, visionary leader and entrepreneur, Bhakta was born in Gujarat, India and raised in the American Midwest. Adjusting to the American culture was extremely challenging for Bhakta inspiring her life’s mission of helping people identify their authentic self to be successful change agents and leaders in today’s ever-changing global economy. She is a multi-faceted and multicultural executive who has over 20 years of experience empowering diverse talent and population groups to maximize their leadership potential while increasing their cultural competency and global perspective. Prior to launching her consulting firm, Bhakta worked in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors across the US, with several entities who had significant international presence. She applied her expertise in leadership management, strategic planning, talent attraction/management, resource acquisition, business development, program design/delivery, community/economic development, event planning and parking management. She is a sought-after consultant, speaker, trainer and community engager due to her high energy, interactive and inspiring style. In each presentation she brings the diversity pendulum back into balance in a positive, refreshing and authentic perspective affirming everyone is diverse. Bhakta transforms organizational cultures enterprise-wide by utilizing Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Engagement business solutions driving innovation and sustainable outcomes. Bhakta is also a co-author of “Power Up, Super Women”, an anthology book on women’s empowerment. She is also the co-host of Diversity Straight Up, a new podcast launched in fall of 2019. Bhakta is a proud recipient of Corridor Business Journal’s “Forty Under 40” award.
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S. Joyce Li, CFA is a Portfolio Manager at Matthews Asia. As an independent, privately owned firm, Matthews Asia is the largest dedicated Asia investment specialist in the United States, with offices in San Francisco, London, and Hong Kong. Prior to joining Matthews Asia in 2016, she was a Portfolio Manager and Principal at Marvin & Palmer Associates, investing in Asia markets since 2007. Joyce received an M.B.A. with honors from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and a M.S. in Computer Science from the University of Virginia.
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Jim Johnson is the VP of Business Development at CVC Communications. Jim has been leading and developing people for over 30 years in both profit and not-for-profit organizations. In 2016, he became a certified speaker, coach and trainer with the John C. Maxwell Team. Jim has addressed audiences from 10 to 10,000 around the world. He has coached leaders in the areas of training, staff coaching, personal development, and public speaking/presentations. Jim's passion is to influence leaders to succeed who will in turn influence other leaders to succeed. In 2017, Jim co-founded First Fridays (www.firstfridaysfw.com) with his brother. First Fridays is a regional networking forum that brings leaders together once a month to grow and network. Conference & Seminars: Credit Union Times, Disney World, Orlando, FL Credit Union Journal’s “Grow Show”, San Diego, CA NACCAP Annual Conference, Denver, CO & Vancouver, B.C., Canada Oceans NEI keynote, NE Indiana National Interns Day keynote, Fort Wayne, IN First Fridays Fort Wayne, Fort Wayne, IN
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Shannan Scarselletta is on a mission to use her improv experience and business acumen to grow tomorrow's high-performing leaders and teams. Her audiences get on their feet and out of their comfort zone to improvise and story-tell their way to greater creativity and agility - leaving inspired, laughing, and prepared to level up their careers and organizations! As a Prosci certified change management consultant working with Fortune 500 companies to achieve transformational change, Shannan discovered that her clients’ success depended on their ability to communicate powerfully, adapt, and innovate. As an improvisational comedian and storyteller performing nationwide with Second City, UCB, and ComedySportz (her “superman job”), she knew that her improv team worked these skills in every practice. In a world where disruption is the only constant, Shannan believes tomorrow’s leading organizations will be those whose leaders can create and adapt in ambiguity, so she founded ImproVision Consulting to bring meaningful improv- and storytelling-inspired learning to the next generation of game changers.
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Inspiring clients to discover their personal/professional brands for business success is my passion. Partnership enablement, though initially as a channel champ in the corporate world, is now expanded into social enterprise via television, magazines, and digital media. I’m equally likely to be seen in the board room or a coffee shop listening deeply to a person’s goals while drawing on my connections to support their success. One of my favorite partners refers to me as the ‘Branding Scientist’ – which I love because it connects my science background to storytelling. Mass Challenge welcomes me as a startup accelerator judge & mentor - which keeps me plugged in to exciting new ventures. I like to stretch the cutting edge of branding delivering keynotes at international events, hosting our award-winning podcast [AllAboutThatBrand], and most recently as an Executive Producer of a docuseries. Originally trained as a Bio/Electrical engineer, my first CEO venture was an online software solution. One of only two women to be venture funded at the multi-million-dollar level in Austin in 2000, our firm was featured in the Austin Business Journal, on KEYE, and won the KPMG Stand-Out Startup Award. I'm first a mother of two millennials and a wife. You can find my hubby and I performing R&B at a local vineyard or sampling the awesome Italian fare in town.
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Anish Baheti emerges as a guiding light, captivating audiences worldwide with his profound insights and transformative guidance, particularly through Ikigai Coaching. His dynamic portfolio spans speaking engagements, coaching prowess, and educational influence, establishing him as a multifaceted luminary in the realm of personal development. As the visionary founder of Train My Brain® and Concepts Coach, Anish orchestrates an exceptional journey marked by empowering thousands through riveting sessions, including his impactful Ikigai Coaching. His ability to unravel intricate concepts and ignite motivation within individuals from diverse backgrounds is unparalleled. Anish's touch leaves an indelible mark on countless lives, across education, corporate leadership, entrepreneurship, and sports. Anish harnesses an experiential learning deck of 52 cards, showcasing his commitment to meaningful interactions, particularly evident in his Ikigai Coaching sessions. His innate knack for forging connections between intricate ideas and practical strategies distinguishes him. Anish's guidance transcends theory, seamlessly merging personal and professional growth to create a holistic transformational experience, notably highlighted in his Ikigai Coaching approach. Educated at prestigious institutions, Anish holds a Chartered Accountant degree from ICAI, an MBA from the University of Technology, Sydney, and distinguished certifications as a Life Coach and Brain Mapping Practitioner. His accomplishments, including prestigious awards and accolades, underscore his trailblazing contributions, particularly in Ikigai Coaching. Anish's innovative programs, such as "The Life Deck®" and "The Numbers Deck®," exemplify his commitment to leading lives by design, not default, with Ikigai Coaching at their core. These transformative programs foster introspection and self-realization, bridging gaps and kindling profound understanding. As an in-demand speaker, sought-after coach, and luminous educational influencer, Anish's legacy of awakening minds and illuminating paths, particularly through Ikigai Coaching, continues to redefine personal and professional growth.
$1,501 - $5,000