Linda Lynch-Johnson is an expert in adapting to change and the founder of The Adapter Factor™. Her skill set enables clients to navigate through the quagmire of change and come out on top. With her unique perspective, Linda asks the question, "Why are you frightened of change" and encourages individuals to embrace it as the one thing they can count... read full bio
Don Barden is an accomplished economist and business expert based in Atlanta, Georgia. With an MBA in Global Technology Management and International Business, as well as a BBA in Economics and Finance, Don has spent his career exploring the intricate workings of the world's financial systems. He is currently in the final stages of completing his Ph.D. in Finance, with... read full bio
Larry Krystkowiak is the current head coach of the Runnin’ Utes at the University of Utah, a position he has held for the past five years. Krystkowiak brought extensive coaching experience to the role, having previously worked in the NCAA, CBA, and NBA. Prior to joining the Runnin’ Utes, he was an assistant coach with the New Jersey Nets. Krystkowiak has... read full bio
Snowflake's chairman and CEO is Frank Slootman. In the business of enterprise software, Frank has over 25 years of experience as an executive and entrepreneur. As CEO and President of ServiceNow, Mr. Slootman increased the company's sales from about $100M via an IPO to $1.4B. Previous to that, Frank was the Chief Executive Officer and President of Data Domain Corporation/Data... read full bio
Brian Weiner is a tech entrepreneur and the CEO/Chairman of the Illusion Factory, a leading digital marketing agency that helps brands create engaging and immersive experiences for their customers. Recently, he hopped on a ZOOM call with Heather Blair, President of Cinema Esports Alliance Co., to discuss the intersection of cinemas, gaming, and tech innovations that can improve the experience... read full bio
Naga Samineni is a well-known entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist based in Silicon Valley, California. With over two decades of experience in the technology industry, he has established himself as a prominent figure in the startup community. Born and raised in India, Naga Samineni earned a degree in electrical engineering from Osmania University before moving to the United States to pursue his... read full bio
Moisés Zamora is a talented Mexican-American writer and filmmaker, best known as the creator, executive producer, and co-showrunner of Netflix's Selena: The Series. He has also worked as a staff writer on the Emmy-winning series American Crime and Star on FOX. Moisés has a diverse background in both literature and film. He was the recipient of the Binational Literary Prize for... read full bio
Stephen Thorpey is a renowned global partnership and brand strategist who brings a fresh perspective to the Web3, Metaverse and NFT communities. With an illustrious 18-year career, he has a proven track record of growing businesses by creating and delivering outstanding brand experiences. Stephen has worked with an impressive roster of clients including McDonald’s, JetBlue, Delta, Amex, Pfizer, Puma, Marc... read full bio
Ryan is a leading entrepreneur and technology enthusiast with a diverse portfolio of successful projects under his belt. He is the CEO of DeSo (Decentralized Society) Syndicate, Chief Growth Officer of eSskillz Games, and Business Development/Management expert of TCG.WORLD. From an early age, Ryan has been drawn to the world of technology, including blockchain, Web3, renewable energies, and information technology. His... read full bio
Diana Cabrices is a seasoned professional in the wealthtech industry, known for her expertise in maximizing the enterprise value of startup wealthtech companies. With a passion for making the lives of financial advisors easier, Diana has represented brands with solutions spanning the advisor tech gamut, including marketing, branding, recruiting, succession planning, small business benefits, and more. Diana's wealthtech journey has seen... read full bio
Graham Turner is an accomplished entrepreneur and business leader, with a successful track record of building and growing companies in the digital marketing space. He is currently serving as the President of Snappy Kraken, a leading provider of marketing automation technology for financial advisors. Turner has over two decades of experience in the technology and digital marketing industries, having founded and... read full bio
Shelley Simone is a seasoned entrepreneur and e-commerce expert with over 20 years of experience in the industry. She is the CEO and founder of ScaleForEtail, a company that provides businesses with the tools and strategies they need to succeed in the rapidly evolving world of e-commerce. Shelley's expertise in e-commerce comes from her experience as a successful online retailer. She... read full bio
Yann Chilvers is a beauty industry expert and the founder of Covalo, a company that specializes in developing and bringing beauty products to market. With over a decade of experience in the beauty industry, Chilvers is a thought leader in the field, with a focus on developing strategies to bring the right beauty product to market faster than anyone else. Chilvers... read full bio
Leo Chao is a highly experienced sustainability advocate and entrepreneur with a passion for developing innovative packaging solutions. He is the co-founder and CEO of Zenpack, a leading packaging design and manufacturing company that specializes in sustainable packaging. Additionally, he serves as the Chief Sustainability Officer at Haptik, an AI-powered chatbot platform. Chao began his career in the packaging industry over... read full bio
Dr. Jonathan Group, R.D., D.C. is a chiropractor and registered dietitian who is dedicated to helping people achieve optimal health through natural and holistic means. He is the founder of Global Healing, a company that offers high-quality nutritional supplements and health products. Dr. Group is a graduate of Parker University in Dallas, Texas, where he received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree.... read full bio
Ceandrys E Black is the founder and CEO of RAW Global Industries Inc., a company that specializes in providing natural, organic products to consumers. Black's passion for the raw lifestyle began when she was searching for natural ways to improve her own health and well-being. She discovered the benefits of a raw, plant-based diet and began incorporating more natural, organic... read full bio
ClassPass, the top fitness and wellness membership service that Mindbody purchased, was founded by Payal Kadakia. ClassPass had a pre-acquisition valuation of over $1 billion, with users accruing more than 100 million hours of exercise across 30,000 partner studios in over 30 nations. Kadakia is also the founder and artistic director of The Sa Dance Company, which was established with the... read full bio
The founder of SB Opportunity Fund and a Nordstrom board director is Stacy Brown-Philpot. After three years as the company's COO, she was formerly the CEO of TaskRabbit. Brown-Philpot joined TaskRabbit because she had a love for the convergence of operational, analytical and strategic execution. There, she used her knowledge to scale and extend the market. Prior to leading TaskRabbit's operations,... read full bio
With a vision for modern American beauty that combined couture technique with eye-catching innovation, Zac Posen debuted his self-titled collection. Assembled in his New York studio, Zac debuted a line that enhanced women's natural bodies and let them to be their most seductive, empowered selves by fusing famous Hollywood glitz with a downtown sensibility. He received one of fashion's highest accolades,... read full bio
American anchor and national correspondent for CBS News located in New York City, Errol Barnett is of British descent. While working in Washington, D.C., he became well-known for his coverage of the Trump administration. Prior to joining CBS News, Barnett hosted CNN International's Inside Africa and anchored CNN Newsroom during late hours in the United States. She reported from half... read full bio
