ALEXANDRA STAPLETON-SMITH

FOUNDER & CEO AT MAKER FORTE

Alexandra Stapleton-Smith is the founder and CEO of Maker Forte and The Hedgehog Hollow. The award-winning Hedgehog Hollow, so named for her childhood memories of caring for hedgehogs with her grandfather in Great Britain, primarily focuses on hand-made greeting cards, although you will find an occasional DIY home decorating video or British holiday cooking tutorial. With Maker Forte, Alexandra believes in breaking the mold on what is considered crafty. She believes every day should be a creative party, so you can make as you live. She brings to the market uniquely formulated products to fuel the imagination and help everyone say, “I’m a Maker too!” In just under 2 years, Alexandra has grown the company into a 7-figure business, and she shows no signs of slowing down now.

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DR.PAMELA WILLIAMSON

PRESIDENT & CEO WBEC-WEST

Dr. Williamson is currently the President and CEO of WBEC-West.  In her role as President & CEO she strives to facilitate  equality and mutually beneficial procurement opportunities for Women Business Enterprises between each other and corporations on a local, national and global level. 

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CARRIE PEELE

 CEO OF JADE LENDING 

Carrie is the founder and CEO of Mako Documents, a division of a multimillion-dollar medical laboratory. She is also the founder and CEO of Jade Lending, a capital fund supporting women and/or minority entrepreneurs in established businesses seeking working capital to achieve growth potential.  Carrie’s passion is all about paying it forward.  She was the founder of Athena of Triangle; the win is to empower women as strong leaders in either multinational corporations or their own business ventures through the ATHENA Leadership Model.  

JENNA BIANCAVILLA

PRINCIPAL AT PEARL CAPITAL MANAGEMENT

Jenna Biancavilla is the founder of Pearl Capital Management, a wealth management firm advising on ~$150 Million of assets under management. Jenna is relentlessly on a mission to professionally support, educate, and uncompromisingly help every client align their use of capital with their personal goals and philanthropic values.

DR. ATOYA HODGES

FOUNDER OF X/O SOCIETY

Dr. Atoya Hodges has over Twenty-five years of progressive leadership, educational, operational, spiritual and holistic service experience. Her passion for service to others and passion for mental health and helping educate others drove Atoya to return to higher education to earn her Master’s in Health Service Administration, Master of Education with concentration in counseling, and MBA from Strayer University, PHD in Hypnotherapy. She is currently an Ordained minister, Doctor, Teacher, Hypnotherapist and Intuitive energy healer. Dr. Atoya enjoys supporting mental health developmental services, educational programs, consumer outreach, improving self-awareness, self-esteem, self-worth and helping people heal. 

JEN SMITH

FOUNDER THE METAMORPHOSIS WOMEN'S RETREAT

Jen Smith is the Founder of The Metamorphosis Women's Retreat, a serial entrepreneur, mother of 5, and an inspiring author. She’s focused her work around educating on the power of embracing feminine power while navigating the business world. Smith uses her personal story to elevate and inspire women to step into their truth unapologetically and confidently.

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SUZI FREEMAN

Suzi Freeman is passionate about working with our military and police in preventing hopelessness and suicidal ideation. Suzi is Certified in Suicide Prevention, Master trained in Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Hypnotherapy, which she incorporates into her training.

Suzi is a Mom of five, a new Grandmother, and she carries the title of Military and Police Mom with honor.

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FOUNDER THE SUICIDE PREVENTION PROJECT

TAMI FITZPATRICK

CEO ENTROPY TECHNOLOGY DESIGN, INC

Tami Fitzpatrick is the founder and CEO of Entropy Technology Design. Entropy is a Florida certified Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), government contractor and owner of NIMBUS™ VLF (Very Low Frequency) magnetic field threat detection technology. 

Ms. Fitzpatrick’s professional background includes 25 years’ experience in small corporate management, international trade, advanced technology development, product conceptualization, and global business. She has served on state and local Advisory Boards and been featured in local and national media as a leader to watch.

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DEBBIE ESPARZA

LEADERSHIP IS A DANCE

Combining her love of dance and her experiences from decades of leadership, Debbie shares some insight on leading and following including Communication, Connection, Collaboration, Co-Creation.

MARILYN SANTIAGO 

PANEL MODERATOR

Marilyn Santiago, powerful influencer, mentor and creative thinker. This amazing woman built a stellar career at the intersection of entrepreneurial spirit and community. Marilyn currently owns two companies, Sunshine Integrated Solutions, where she leverages her expertise in branded content, marketing and public relations to help her clients foster deeper connections with the Hispanic community. Her second company, Creative Architectural Resin Products, services the construction industry, designing, manufacturing and installing resin-based architectural elements that assimilate the look and texture of natural materials. CARP has become a powerhouse, showing impressive growth and poised for great success. Given her notable work and contributions to the community, Marilyn now sits several Boards of local and national organizations.

CONSULTANT |MINDSET COACH |FILM PRODUCER

Lo is an expert at helping people and organizations solve their problems and achieve their goals. By combining her nearly 15 years of global experience in business with process improvement and 10 years of formal "soft skill" training, she is able to facilitate massive transformation in a condensed time frame.

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DR. LISA FOLDEN

OWNER | LICENSED PHYSICAL THERAPIST 

Dr. Lisa N. Folden is a licensed physical therapist, mom-focused health coach and the owner of Healthy Phit Physical Therapy & Wellness Consultants in Charlotte, NC. 

As a body positive women’s health expert and health at every size (HAES®️) ambassador, Dr. Folden assists women seeking a healthier lifestyle. Dr. Lisa is a mom of three, published author and speaker who understands the complex needs of the modern busy woman. Therefore, she considers helping busy moms find their ‘healthy’ one of her of top priorities.

JILLIAN DEAN

MANUAL OSTEOPATH AND EMOTIONAL RELEASE SPECIALIST

Jillian is a former Medical Imaging Technologist turned Manual Osteopath and Emotional Release Specialist. She uses her extensive anatomy knowledge as well as her natural intuition and healing abilities to fuel her clinical practice and educate her clients on how one’s mental and emotional wellbeing can affect their physical health.

JULIET BURGESS

FOUNDING ATTORNEY OF BURGESS LAW GROUP

Juliet is an employment attorney, The Burgess Law Group’s Founder, and a Board Member for Arizona Women Lawyers Association, Arizona Foundation for Women, Phoenix Public Libraries, and the Federal Bar Association. Juliet’s a Girl Scouts Co-Leader, SuperLawyer®, Outstanding Woman in Business, Women Achiever of Arizona, and Business Angel of the Year.

GINA VONEYE

PRINCIPAL OWNER OF GINA VONEYE MARKETING STUDIO

For the better part of two decades, I have led creative and campaign development efforts in full-service traditional and digital marketing tactics, product launches, special events and everything in between. In my mind, every project serves a singular purpose—a “touchpoint” where the interests of customers and the brand promises to converge into one.  

I have a passion for health and wellness, and for helping others reach their goals. Working together with some of the most talented people in the marketing industry has taught me that every business has something truly unique to offer its customers—a distinct value proposition that translates into actionable and a sustainable competitive advantage.

ABIGAIL OLAYA

CEO, OLAYA EVENTS & COMPANY

Abigail Olaya is a successful businesswoman having started a wedding venue in 2009 with a $15,000 loan and growing it into an award-winning, multi-million-dollar business.  Abigail is a mother to triplet girls and was recognized as one of the top 40 under 40 leaders in Phoenix for her leadership.

ALISSA SILVERS

ARTIST | DESIGNER

Alissa Silvers, the effervescent creative behind the global brand LISS Design, is an internationally recognized contemporary artist and graphic designer. Born and raised in Switzerland, she now calls Sarasota, FL home. Whether creating digitally or with a paintbrush in hand, whatever she touches turns into a masterpiece.

CAROLINA APONTE

ACCOUNTANT |FRACTIONAL CFO | AUTHOR |SPEAKER

Carolina Aponte is the founder of CAJA Holdings, LLC and Outsource Accounting provider in NC.  She is the author of 'Pave Your Own Way: Thirteen Skills To Create Your Professional Success'. Carolina is the recipient of several awards including the 2021 NAWBO Charlotte Woman Business Owner of the Year.

JAYME PERRYMAN

CO-FOUNDER | OWNER + DIRECTOR | MRS. TREASURE VALLEY

Jayme Perryman is a published & licensed FAA Drone Pilot, Co-founder of Perryman Construction Management Inc., and director of a multi-state residential investment portfolio, Hawthorne Homes LLC. After relocating to Boise, Idaho, Jayme received her Master's in Secondary Education and quickly became the owner of her first international business. All this was accomplished before the age of 30.

Leading with Love was born out of the self-realizations Jayme came to during her grieving process after the unexpected loss of her mother. She accredits this journey to learning how to love herself and recognizing other small moments in her life worthy of celebration—forgiving the past and living in the current moment.

Currently serving her Idaho community as the titleholder for Mrs. Treasure Valley, delegate for Mrs. Idaho America 2022, Jayme strongly believes in uniting the community, sharing resources and life lessons with others so they too may Lead with Love.

MONICA ROUSSEAU

PRINCIPAL AT REALTY ONE GROUP PIVOT

DEBORAH COLE

WRITER | SPEAKER | VISUAL STORYTELLER

Deborah Cole leads first from the heart. Armed with a graduate degree she founded and led a multimillion-dollar company with 10 locations and 500+ team members. As President, Deborah supported the next generation of leaders who took charge when the company became employee-owned. Since 2017, she has focused full time on writing, speaking and consulting.

BERNADETTE PELLO

PRESIDENT | CO-FOUNDER AT LIVINGSTONE ACADEMY

Bernadette is the President & Co-Founder of Livingstone Schools, an independent, non-profit, Private School program that specializes in serving the unique needs of children with learning disabilities. She also is the President & Co-Founder of Florida Trade Academy (FTA), Market Director for KNOW Tampa Bay, 2022 President of the Board for the Center Place Fine Arts and Civic Association, and Chair for the Government and Economic Affairs (GEAC) Brandon Chamber of Commerce. 

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LAURA GRIER

FOUNDER | ADVENTURE PHOTOGRAPHER | TRAVEL WRITER

Laura Grier known as the “Indiana Jones of Adventure Travel Photography” was named on Discovery Channel UK’s “20 Richest People in the World List”; people who are rich in life experiences.  Living overseas and working for the CIA by age 18, began what would become a lifelong wanderlust for Laura. As an Adventure Travel Photojournalist for the past 22 years, she has photographed weddings and for travel publications on all 7 continents making a career out of exploring and documenting the world. Passionate about mentoring, women’s education and empowerment, photography and travel, Laura leads workshops, expeditions, and has recently launched Andeana Hats, her passion project with National Geographic. The mission behind Andeana is to empower women and help global artisans continue their cultural traditions; enabling them to support themselves and lead their communities out of poverty.

KRISTI SAUCERMAN

CEO & FOUNDER OF AUCTION FROGS

Kristi founded Auction Frogs in 2007 and has been the President & CEO ever since. Over the years, Kristi and her team have grown Auction Frogs into a full-service event management platform serving non profit organizations for galas and golf tournaments complete with consulting, ticket and registration features, online auctions, live and silent auction tools, mobile bidding and robust reporting tools.  

CAITLIN STREMPEL

3 STEPS TO KICKSTART YOUR SEO STRATEGY

Increase your revenue, authority, and visibility... all with ZERO ad spend or hustling on social media.

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JENNA CARELLI

POWER OF AUTOMATION IN A HUSTLE CULTURE WORLD

Knowing when, how, and what to automate - in both your personal and professional life - to increase profit and impact.

CAT FORD-COATES

POSING FOR THE CAMERA

For social media or to simply up your game with your Photographer, come learn Posing from the Master herself; standing, sitting, in a group, or alone, you will never have to worry about looking like the oddball again.

KRISTINA RODRIGUEZ & DEBBI DARCHI

WHAT'S YOUR MONEY STORY?

What is your relationship with money? What is stopping you from achieving your full financial potential? Let us help you find your why for money. 

DR. SHARON LAMM-HARTMAN

CRACKING THE AUTHENTICITY CODE™:

BE THE BOSS YOU WERE BORN TO BE: Ready to increase your sales, influence, and to express your authentic self as a leader? Start by creating your authentic brand statement with Dr. Sharon!

DR. SHARON JONES

ELEVATING GOOGLE WORKSPACE: INTEGRATING TOOLS TO GET MORE DONE

Understand and implement the tools you need to get more done in your business using Google.  You will leave with integrated tools to create, communicate, and collaborate, all In one place.

CAROLINE TANIS

BUILD THE LIFE YOU WANT: PROTECT THE ONE YOU HAVE

Caroline will walk you through her Just In Case Checklist to give you actionable steps on what you need to do to protect yourself so you can build your dream lifestyle.

JULIE MENDEN

SPEAK WITH CONFIDENCE: THE POWER OF CLARITY & CONVICTION

Join this engaging session to learn how how to activate your power of speaking with confidence, clarity, and conviction to have you reaching your goals, and influencing others. 

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CLARISSE RINGWALD

STYLING CRIMES AGAINST YOUR TARGET CLIENTS

Add the one color to your wardrobe to get your clients to hire you EVERY SINGLE time!

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JESSI DALL

AN INTROVERT’S GUIDE TO ENTREPRENEURIAL SUCCESS

Find out Jessi’s time-tested super powers to effectively marketing, networking, scaling, and managing, all through the lens of a die-hard introvert. 

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KATE MEINER

 PERSONAL PERSPECTIVES OF SUCCESS 

All high achievers have a similar mindset when it comes to success, and these points are encompassed in the 6 personal perspectives. You too can be a high achiever and reach the highest levels of success in business and in life by learning about, adopting and mastering these foundational perspectives.

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KATIE SOYKA

BRAND PHOTOGRAPHY – MORE THAN JUST A PRETTY PICTURE

How to nail your brand essence to create consistency and attract dream clients.  Imagery that isn’t just pretty – it converts.  Bring your photography questions and be ready to get creative! 

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LIZA CARDEN

TAKE OFF YOUR BOSS HAT AND REIGNITE YOUR MARRIAGE.

Tired of feeling like “The Boss” in your marriage? These three steps will help you to take the boss hat off and reignite intimacy in your marriage.

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KATHLEEN CLEMINS

CREATE 6 MONTHS OF SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT IN AN AFTERNOON

This workshop is designed to help you get off the content creation hamster wheel altogether. Come brainstorm 6 months of social media content.

BRIDGET BROOKS

META 3.0 AND THE FUTURE OF PAID ADVERTISING 

Facebook changed its name to Meta; The metaverse is here and is changing the game in paid advertising, social media performance, and paid social forever.

SARA MAYER

EXPAND YOUR BUSINESS FROM A TEAM OF ONE TO A TEAM OF MANY! 

Are you ready for your future team? Explore the type of entrepreneur you are meant to be and plan for your future hires.

ALISON STINE

BUILDING WEALTH AS A BUSINESS OWNER

Creating value in your Business, Retirement savings plans, Advantageous tax strategies, & Planning for a future exit.

CO - LED BY SUZIE EYRICH

SASHA STAIR

THE LEAD FROM WITHIN METHOD™

The most critical skill for effective leadership isn’t what you’ve been told. Join The Lead From Within Workshop to get the tools you need to master your human skills. You’ll begin to transform your world within to lead with greater purpose and fulfillment for yourself, your employees, and your clients. 

SUZIE EYRICH

BUILDING WEALTH AS A BUSINESS OWNER

Creating value in your Business, Retirement savings plans, Advantageous tax strategies, & Planning for a future exit.

CO-LED BY ALISON STINE

CHASTA HAMILTON

VOICE TO POWER: GOING AGAINST THE GRAIN

You have to deconstruct to disrupt. This workshop will focus on 12-actionable steps that will allow your authenticity to shine, personally and professionally.

KILEY PETERS

DESIGNING YOUR BUSINESS TO LIVE THE LIFE YOU WANT

In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to define success for yourself and design your business to bring the life you want to fruition.

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BETH MCRAE

FREE PR AND HOW TO GET IT

Have you ever seen a story in the news and wondered how someone got that coverage? Attend this workshop to learn how to get this “free PR.”

DEBORAH COLE

WRITER | SPEAKER | VISUAL STORYTELLER

Deborah Cole leads first from the heart. Armed with a graduate degree she founded and led a multimillion-dollar company with 10 locations and 500+ team members. As President, Deborah supported the next generation of leaders who took charge when the company became employee-owned. Since 2017, she has focused full time on writing, speaking and consulting.