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From a victim to a survivor to a warrior. But having a story is only half the battle it only tells a part of my history. A mother, a wife, an educator adhering to the realization that having knowledge helps create the foundation and sharing it embodies the dream. Rising from the ashes of my past using it as a doorway to administer my purpose, I aim to not only be a better me but enable others to do the same. Release the crutches of our pasts, unlock the shackles of our nightmares and remove the blinders of our wrong teachings. To feel comfortable being uncomfortable while the new you (me) is unveiled and the shadows of our prior decisions and choices help shape our futures not keep us dwelling in the past or feeling unsure about what’s to come. I am the generator of my dreams, the flicker of light that points towards faith. Faith, Definiteness of purpose and the pursuit of all that is good in my life. Always choosing to aim to live my (your) best life.
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Darnice Wright is the Founder and CEO of 811 Productions, LLC, a Movie & Television Production Company that specializes in propelling independent projects to the big screen. As a Humanitarian and Filmmaker, her very first film, Fishnets was recently awarded the Social Awareness Award, Award of Merit; Best Film for Europe Film Festival, Finalist in the 11th Annual Charlotte Black Film Festival, Nominated for Best Screenplay in the Urban Film Festival and earned the title of 2021 Honorable Mention for the London International Film Festival. Following the production of Fishnets, Darnice created the DC Young Filmmakers program to empower youth 16-18 by teaching the art of storytelling through the creative aspects of digital filmmaking and media production. This program enlightens their knowledge of media technologies and develops participants' leadership skills, creativity, and critical thinking skills through the artistic process of action-based filmmaking. Darnice is a strategic problem-solver who identifies social issues and develops programming solutions in the community. After 18 years of being a knowledgeable professional of Procurement and Consumer Relations for the District of Columbia Government, she decided to pursue her dreams as a Social Entrepreneur. She has served for many years as a dedicated Court Appointed Special Advocate for abused and neglected children for DC Superior Court and earned her Paralegal Certification from Howard University. Although Darnice has received many prestigious honors, her most rewarding honor is being a mother. Throughout her life she has continued to live by the motto, One Life Changed, One Family Saved.
$1,501 - $5,000
Everybody has something to say—but not everyone makes an impact with their words. DeAndre Riley, also known as D.R. Speaks, is a multi-faceted force in and out of the four walls of the church. After suffering the loss of both biological parents at a young age, D.R. Speaks could have become a victim of his circumstances. Instead of allowing those things to defeat him, he used them as stepping stones to his unmerited success. As a pastor, motivational speaker, author, and coach he seeks to deposit a simple, yet profound principle in the lives of those he may come in contact with: inspire, inform, instruct, and impact. His wisdom, charisma and knowledge speaks for itself—long before he ever speaks a word. As the founder of D.R. Speaks Enterprises, he provides speaking and coaching services to organizations, business professionals, corporations and ministries. In addition, DeAndre is the founder of Man Up Empowerment, Inc. This faith based organization has been responsible for the transformation of hundreds of men, most notably through its yearly Man Up Summit. DeAndre's belief is that words are the greatest tool given to mankind to aid them in living the life they are destined. This belief has opened numerous doors of opportunity. D.R. Speaks is the author of the acclaimed books Greatness Unleashed: Inspire. Inform. Instruct. Impact. and Good Success: God's Blueprint for Successful Living. DeAndre currently serves as the founding pastor of Strive Church (strivechurch.org) in Detroit, MI. This cutting edge ministry seeks to empower people to fulfil their God-given purpose, as well equip people for the work of the ministry. D.R. Speaks will tell you that his greatest joy is being the husband of the beautiful Porsha Riley, and the father of three wonderful children, Serenity Michelle, DeAndre Jr., and Darren Marvin.
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At the age of fifteen, Andy Ross discovered the presence of God through humor. He spent the next 15 years as a performance artist sharing the peace, love, and joy of God’s being with audiences in Chicago, New York City, and Los Angeles. Ross then returned to North Carolina to dedicate himself to the study of spirituality. He received a BA in Religious Studies from North Carolina State University and an MA in Contemporary Spirituality from Loyola University, Chicago. He continues to teach and minister in North Carolina.
$251 - $1,500
Dr. Jacinta M. Mpalyenkana holds dual Ph.D.s in Counseling and Philosophy (Summa Cum Laude) from the Institute of Metaphysical Humanistic Science and North Way Theological University, Florida. She also earned an MBA with distinction from the University of Hull in England. As a Menopause Coaching Specialist, counselor, and transformational speaker, Dr. Mpalyenkana empowers individuals to navigate life’s transitions with clarity and confidence. She specializes in: Menopause Coaching: Supporting women in managing emotional, physical, and mental challenges related to perimenopause and menopause. Counseling for Abuse Recovery: Helping individuals overcome trauma and break free from codependence on substances such as alcohol or drugs. Dr. Mpalyenkana is the founder of Tap the Good, a counseling and transformational coaching platform dedicated to holistic healing, spiritual growth, and emotional wellness. Her methods integrate energy psychology, spiritual principles, and mindset mastery to create lasting transformation. She is the author of 13 transformative books and an engaging international speaker who inspires audiences through a combination of lived wisdom, practical tools, and soul-centered strategies. Her most requested keynote and workshop topics include: ~ Thriving Through Menopause: The Emotional, Mental, and Spiritual Reset Every Woman Deserves ~ The Psychology of Persuasion: Communication Tools to Connect, Influence, and Thrive in Any Environment ~ Freedom from Fear: Healing Trauma and Reclaiming Power Through Inner Work ~ Purpose, Power & Peace: Using Transitions to Reignite Your Life’s Mission Previously, Dr. Mpalyenkana served with the United Nations Mission in Kosovo, where she led diversity initiatives, supported organizational change, and implemented inclusive communication strategies across multicultural teams. Dr. Mpalyenkana’s life and work are guided by three reflective questions born of adversity and purpose: ~ Have I loved enough and shared my honest feelings with those I love? ~ Have I positively impacted someone’s life today? ~ Have I been grateful for all I have? With a voice rooted in truth and compassion, Dr. Mpalyenkana continues to inspire transformation by helping others reclaim clarity, resilience, and their divine potential.
$1,501 - $5,000
With a highly successful career in the corporate world augmented by countless side gigs along the way, I have a breadth of work experience that is virtually unparalleled. I am an experienced public speaker and published author. I have spoken to audiences, mostly business-oriented, across North America and internationally. I have presented at corporate events, conferences and seminars with audiences ranging from 25 to over 1,000 attendees on well over 100 occasions over the years. I do research before each engagement to deliver valuable and pertinent information personalized to each audience. My speaking style is entertaining and informational at the same time with an appropriate amount of humor laced throughout each presentation as appropriate. My extensive business background coupled with side gigs as a stand-up comic both delight and inform my audiences.
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Michael Kalberer is a native Long Islander with Cerebral Palsy and lives with Leber congenital amaurosis (a retinal degenerative disease which slowly robbed him of usable sight). Michael earned his BA in Psychology and Speech Communications from Hofstra University as well as his Master's degree in Social Work from Adelphi University. Michael has a passion to empower all individuals and embraces every opportunity to educate, inform and interact with family, friends, students and audiences. Anyone who's had the pleasure of knowing Michael acquires knowledge on how to enjoy life and transcend their limitations, while experiencing the unconditional support and friendship Michael extends to all. Professional colleagues have expressed strong endorsements of Michael’s ability to connect with them and his audience “because everyone’s humanity matters”. Mr. Kalberer specializes in helping those who wish to sustain relationships with him, reach their full potential. A New York State Licensed Social Worker, Michael has given lectures on a multitude of topics such as stress and time management, the transition to college life, and disability etiquette. These credentials allowed Michael to be proclaimed by other as a communication etiquette specialist. Mr. Kalberer’ s expertise includes educating prospective special education teachers and students on how to create classroom and social environments which cultivates successful and fulfilling experiences for all. Michael is now an instructor at Hofstra University; in this role he assists future health care professionals to enhance their communication with individuals with disabilities and their families through a curriculum that continues to emphasize the human condition rather than limitations. Michael removes social stigma and continues to change the medical and societal definition of disability one student at a time. Humanity brings us together and unites us more than any group of limitations segregates us. Michael appreciates the intrinsic value of sports and athletics as it pertains to removing socio-cultural barriers related to all types of "disabilities." He is a very successful tutor and professional mentor to his peers and colleagues, having all forty-seven of his tutoring students pass the Masters level New York State Licensure exam. Michael is also proudly affiliated with Jillian Circus Online Marketing Company where Jillian’s expertise expands the marketability of his message. Through the use of LinkedIn and Facebook as platforms, Michael continues to gain exposure and confidence simultaneously. He his most fulfilled by the reward derived from trusting the skills and abilities of Jillian and her staff. Michael has appeared on national TV, speaking in an effort to end prejudice. This forum was hosted by Peter Jennings on WABC. He continues to motivate individuals in the student community to enjoy life and maximize their academic experience.
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Having it easy" is never a phrase you would use to describe Logan Taylor's childhood. Raised by his grandmother in low-income housing and with an absentee father and barely-there mother, Taylor struggled as a child and young adult. Add to these issues, sexual abuse, drug addiction, a horrible car wreck, multiple suicide attempts and crippling anxiety and it's hard to imagine how he ever made it. And yet, he not only persevered but has also used the memory and pain of these experiences to help other at-risk kids and poverty-stricken families day, Taylor is an author of educational journals for students, entrepreneur and popular speaker who has made it his life's work to help students and teachers maximize their potential. " Never accept the life given to you ... If you want to change it, you can actually change it;' he says. Taylor has spoken to thousands upon thousands of people worldwide inspiring them to be great and find their purpose in life. Through the magic of YouTube, he's motivated even more students and adults, with more than 8 million views of his videos. Taylor is also the founder of Y.B.Normal?, a non-profit organization that helps struggling youth in schools and implements curriculum and j ournal writing that focuses on social -emotional development. In addition, he leads community outreach events. One that he is particularly proud of is called Cut the Hate and Share the Love. This annual outreach initiative provides haircuts, clothing and shoes, and hot meals for the homeless community and people less fortunate. Leaving an environment better than the way he found it is Taylor's goal. He is certified in Social Emotional Learning from the University of Colorado and is currently working to obtain a master's degree as a therapist, as well as completing his ACEs certification . Dr. Martin Luther King said, "Everybody can be great ... because anybody can serve and I am honored to be able to do my part. Logan Taylor has proven this to be true. He lives his life by the mantra of Y.B.Normal?, when you can be extraordinary.
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The best-selling author of nearly FIFTY sports books, Ross Bernstein is an award-winning peak-performance business speaker who's keynoted conferences on ALL SEVEN continents!
More than $10,000
Computer Engineering Professor, Speaker, Author, and CEO/co-founder of WaveAI Inc. Artificial intelligence researcher, with an emphasis on machine learning and computational creativity. Personal website: http://mayaackerman.info/
$5,001 - $10,000
Focusing on the power of Confidence, Emotional Intelligence, Trust and Interpersonal Skills (CETI) in Leadership, Susan Armstrong is a Leading Authority in Leadership, Employee Engagement and improving the Employee Experience. Regularly featured in the media, having transcended her own life of homelessness, Susan has established a reputation with many of the World’s best-known companies and brands for “lighting a fire” of confidence, purpose and high achievement amongst their leaders and employees. Today, Susan works with household names such as GlaxoSmithKline, Johnson & Johnson, and Bloomberg to teach leaders at all levels how to harness the power of CETI to become more authentic, and develop the skills to engage, motivate and inspire exceptional performance in their most important asset – their people. Life hasn’t always been this way for Susan. After 20 years of living on the streets and escaping the clutches of a notorious American motorcycle gang, Susan Armstrong found herself in a fight for her future. Learning and applying the principles of Emotional Intelligence, Susan was able to re-wire her belief system and embark on an unparalleled journey of success, rising from working in a bar to Director of Data Services for a large multi-national bank in 4 short years. And she didn’t stop there. She founded Susan Armstrong International, a company dedicated to helping others learn to harness the power of CETI to create success in their own personal and professional lives. Susan holds formal education in the psychology of human behaviour, including Transpersonal Psychology, Positive Psychology as well as Adult Education, and Instructional Design. A regular speaker and breakout session leader at global events, Susan is a partner with SHRM, author of two books including “Confidence for Life” and has recently been named Faculty of the Year with a partner Educational Organization. Susan provides speaking and training services to global organizations, and many governments, speaking in over 60 countries on 6 continents over the last 20+ years. She does this in her own down-to-earth, storytelling, and entertaining way, inspiring countless individuals across the globe. Susan splits her time between Toronto, Canada, London, UK, and Dubai, UAE.
$1,501 - $5,000
