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I’m Josef Schmidt, based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and at heart I’m an average Joe who loves building businesses, launching NGOs, and bringing people together. I’m driven by the belief that the way we measure success should evolve—from what we achieve to the difference we make. My work helps leaders and entrepreneurs bridge the gap between traditional success and lasting, meaningful impact. I partner with mission-minded founders and teams to shape strategy, align goals, and build momentum so their organizations grow with purpose, clarity, and real-world results.
$1,501 - $5,000
Ashley Gibson helps mission-driven organizations understand why good values alone don't prevent burnout, and what actually does. She developed the Maladaptive Organizational Copy Process (MOCP) to explain how relational patterns become structurally embedded in organizations -- and why they keep reproducing burnout even when leadership changes. She founded Meaning in Practice as a consulting, training, and speaking practice for purpose-driven organizations - from healthcare and nonprofits to associations, trade organizations, and values-led corporate teams. Her work asks the clinical question most organizational advisors skip: Why do well-intentioned systems keep producing the outcomes they're trying to avoid? It's built on a counterintuitive premise: When people care deeply about their work, they're not protected from burnout... they're more exposed to it. Before clinical practice, Ashley spent 13 years in marketing leadership - including serving on the original team for Broadway's "Hamilton" at The Public Theater and as Vice President of Marketing at DC's National Theatre. She holds graduate degrees in arts management and clinical mental health counseling, and is a National Certified Counselor with advanced EMDR training. Audiences leave with new language for a problem they've been trying to solve at the wrong level - and a framework for actually changing it. Best fit for: nonprofit leaders, healthcare and human service organizations, education teams, arts and culture institutions, foundations, associations, and purpose-driven companies.
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Keaun Barrett, MBA, M.Ed., is an award-winning educator, entrepreneur, speaker, author, and community advocate dedicated to breaking barriers through education, mental health advocacy, workforce development, and justice-impacted leadership. As Founder and CEO of Higher Purpose Learning Tutoring Service LLC and President of Purpose Driven Learners, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, he leads initiatives that support students, families, professionals, and underserved communities through tutoring, career readiness, mentorship, reentry support, and leadership development. With over 15 years of experience in education, youth mentorship, nonprofit leadership, and business development, Keaun has built platforms that create equitable access to academic support, workforce opportunities, and second chances for those often overlooked. His work extends beyond traditional education by integrating AI innovation, public speaking, consulting, and mental health advocacy to help individuals and organizations grow with purpose. A former educator and department chair, certified equity advocate, and nationally recognized leader, Keaun regularly speaks on topics including mental health, resilience, entrepreneurship, educational equity, reentry, and purpose-driven leadership. From speaking before city council and school boards to serving on advisory boards and national leadership councils, his mission remains the same: helping people turn pain into purpose, barriers into breakthroughs, and vision into lasting impact.
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I clear the chaos so leadership teams move from confusion to focus, and reaction to intention
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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For more than three decades, I have partnered with senior leaders to turn high-stakes transitions into durable performance and healthier cultures. Whether the moment is a restructuring, a culture reset, a post-merger integration, or another inflection point, I help leaders translate complexity into clarity, align decisions across functions, and build the behaviors that sustain momentum long after the change announcement. In a world craving leaders who can navigate complexity with clarity and compassion, I serve as a steady guide and catalyst for lasting change. Over the years, I’ve supported Fortune 500 executives, global institutions, and mission‑driven organizations as they lead through turbulence, realign culture and strategy, and build leadership capacity that endures. As co‑founder of TAGA Consulting, I’ve helped build a cross‑industry practice known for designing and delivering high‑impact, customized leadership solutions. Our work spans executive coaching and senior team retreats to large‑scale systems change and cultural transformation across aerospace, healthcare, defense, financial services, law, education, and government, always with a culturally attuned, collaborative approach that fosters alignment, accountability, and measurable results.
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From the Marines, corporate, non-profit and government Michael Sims is a leadership speaker rooted in real-world command and business performance. His message comes from a career that spans the United States Marine Corps, senior corporate leadership at PepsiCo and Walmart, and service as an elected official and nonprofit leader. In Clayton, North Carolina, he helps organizations build leaders who take ownership, communicate with clarity, and lead from the front—regardless of the pressure. He turns experience into practical tools that improve accountability, team alignment, and customer experience. Drawing from his book, Leading from the Front, he focuses on shifting mindsets from positional authority to influence, from reactive to intentional leadership, and from “my role” to “our mission.” His engagements are designed to leave teams stronger: thinking differently, leading with credibility, and driving measurable results where it matters most.
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Hanna D. Bauer is the Founder & CEO of HEARTnomics™, a leadership and organizational transformation firm helping leaders restore trust, alignment, and resilience in times of rapid change. She specializes in eliminating the hidden costs of burnout, misalignment, and cultural strain—replacing them with clarity, high performance, and cohesive leadership systems. A former CEO, Board Chair, and Executive Director, Hanna has led organizations through disruption, turnaround, and reinvention across corporate, nonprofit, and government sectors. She blends human-centered leadership with operational excellence, drawing from her expertise as a Maxwell Leadership Faculty Member, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, and Baldrige Excellence Examiner. Her leadership philosophy is rooted in personal resilience. As a childhood heart-disease survivor and the first patient to undergo a pioneering heart ablation procedure, Hanna’s experience informs her belief that alignment and rhythm are essential not only for life—but for lasting leadership impact. Through her HEART, BEAT, and CORE frameworks, Hanna equips leaders worldwide to strengthen culture, unlock human potential, and lead with excellence, courage, and compassion.
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Alex Dumas partners with mission-driven organizations to build leaders who create belonging and inspire contribution for longer retention. Using the W.I.N. Framework as a system for success, his clients experience less burnout and higher engagement. A keynote speaker, emcee, and author, Alex draws on nearly a decade in special needs care, several years in disaster recovery, and a career spanning sales, marketing, and program management to deliver one unforgettable message: every team member is an MVP. His flagship program "W.I.N. from Within" reframes leadership through sports metaphors and principles, showing audiences how to build unshakable confidence across entire teams to make a greater impact. For example, in 2024, Alex hosted and helped raise $111,000 in partnership with Operation Underground Railroad. His newest book, "W.I.N. from Within: The Playbook for Building Unshakable Confidence," is the key to your organization's next level of success. When Alex isn't speaking, podcasting, or coaching, he's telling the funniest jokes, which his wife and their two children agree are absolute knee-slappers.
$1,501 - $5,000
David Roustio is a speaker, advocate, and agency leader with decades of experience in the developmental disabilities and human services field. His work sits at the intersection of leadership, workforce sustainability, culture, and systems change, where mission-driven work meets real-world pressure. Drawing on lived experience in agency leadership, David delivers story-driven, practical keynotes that translate complex challenges into clear, human-centered insights. He helps leaders and teams navigate burnout, retention, trust, and performance while staying grounded in dignity and accountability. What makes David’s message resonate across industries is its universality. The leadership lessons learned in human services apply equally to healthcare, education, nonprofit, and corporate environments. His talks show how clarity, communication, and values-driven culture directly impact engagement, retention, trust, and results. Audiences leave David’s presentations energized, affirmed, and equipped with language and actionable ideas they can apply to strengthen culture, improve performance, and lead with intention.
$251 - $1,500
Chief Empowerment Officer
As the Chief Empowerment Officer at Hart Global Industries, my mission is to champion an environment where individuals and organizations can prosper through the foundational elements of Respect, Affirmation, and Inclusion. Hailing from Tucson, AZ, I am devoted to harnessing the diverse tapestry of cultures, ideas, and perspectives to catalyze growth and innovation. My expertise lies in nurturing spaces where everyone's voice is valued, and their potential is fully ignited. My journey has been marked by a steadfast commitment to fostering inclusive cultures within the corporate, education, and community landscapes. At Hart Global Industries, I employ a strategic approach to empowerment, ensuring that personal development and organizational success go hand in hand. By leading programs and initiatives designed to cultivate respect and elevate affirmation, my work seeks to transform the narrative around diversity and inclusivity, making it a natural part of everyday engagements and the bedrock of thriving communities and businesses.
$1,501 - $5,000
Harry is a producer, creative executive, and entertaining speaker helping audiences and executives pitch sharper, sell smarter, and bring stronger business and leadership ideas to life. With 20+ years creating television, branded entertainment, comedy, and global advertising campaigns, Harry brings real-world lessons from Hollywood, Madison Avenue, and productions around the world. He’s worked with major networks, studios, Fortune 500 brands, global ad agencies, and top talent in front of and behind the camera. Harry has spoken at corporate events, film festivals, trade shows, and industry conferences around the world, from Cannes and Seoul to Mumbai and New York. He also lectures at UCLA and has been a guest speaker for organizations and universities including Arizona State University, CNN Asia, and Digital Hollywood. Whether delivering a keynote, breakout session, panel, or custom presentation, he turns big creative and business ideas into funny, practical, memorable takeaways audiences can actually use.
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Jeff Frey, PhD, MBA, MSCS, is a 2x TEDx speaker, author, executive advisor, and educator working at the intersection of artificial intelligence and human intelligence. He began his career as a programmer, holds a graduate degree in Artificial Intelligence, and now teaches and advises organizations on generative AI, prompt engineering, workflow design, implementation, and organizational adoption. Jeff also holds a PhD focused on emotional intelligence, giving him a distinct perspective on the human side of AI-driven change: judgment, trust, leadership, communication, accountability, and change management. His current work explores where AI creates leverage, where human judgment remains essential, and how leaders redesign work around both. He has delivered keynotes, workshops, executive briefings, and multi-session programs for corporate, nonprofit, healthcare, professional, and university audiences, including Phillips 66, Meals on Wheels America, Rice University, Case Western Reserve University, Baylor College of Medicine, and others.
More than $10,000
I help leaders and changemakers use genuine storytelling to build trust, deepen connection, and stand out in a world full of noise. I bring the Real, Relatable, Riveting framework from my book, The Power of Story: Connect with Purpose, Unlock Your Influence, to turn lived experience into a clear, compelling differentiator. Based in the United States, I deliver interactive, practical keynotes and workshops that go beyond inspiration. My sessions are designed for Monday-morning impact—so you leave with tools to shape your message, connect authentically, and lead with purpose through stories your audience can feel.
$1,501 - $5,000