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Lisa Franklin is the Vice President of Global Brand Marketing & Communications at ThriveDX. As a member of the ThriveDX leadership team since May 2020, Franklin serves as the brand’s compass, leading the development and execution of ThriveDX's integrated marketing initiatives and communications. Her primary focus is on amplifying the company’s competitive differentiation by increasing brand recognition and customer acquisition through thought leadership, strategic alliances, advertising, digital media, events, and public relations strategies. A 20-year marketing veteran, Franklin has developed a reputation as a seasoned executive, builder and innovator who leads teams in building marketing strategies that amplify brands in ways that inspire and create experiences that drive growth and transformation. Over her career, Franklin has held leadership roles in global branding and marketing strategies for companies such as Microsoft, Xbox Live, Marriott, Duracell, Verizon/AOL, Facebook and Deloitte Digital. Known as a force multiplier, she has spent the majority of her career focused on driving global business growth within the tech industry, specializing in capturing market share and visibility for new and emerging products. Franklin is a champion for building great leaders as well as advocating for diversity and inclusivity at every level of an organization. Consequently, she serves as a frequent speaker and trainer on building high-performing teams, unleashing the power of diversity, allyship and empathetic leadership. Franklin is an active volunteer with Be The Match, the American Cancer Society, and The Links Incorporated, Greater Miami (FL). Franklin is also a member of several other organizations designed to increase the number of women and minorities who are exposed to opportunities in science and technology. Franklin holds both a BBA and an MBA in marketing from Howard University.
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Desiree D. Young has more than 20 years of experience in higher education in credit and non-credit learning environments. She worked with a private college as the director of education for seven years. Young managed and developed associates and bachelor-level degree programs. For the past 14 years, Young was the executive director of programs and enrollment management at the University of Miami. She created, implemented, and managed professional certificate programs and corporate/customized training. Young’s department developed a comprehensive learning ecosystem for the continuing education landscape for local, national and international communities. She was responsible for more than 50 programs that covered a wide array of industries, including technology (cybersecurity, coding, data analytics, digital marketing), project management, business, professional coaching, law, healthcare, design, sustainability and finance. Young provided a platform to revolutionize learning and create career pathways for transition, elevation and education. Her objective was to develop competitive, demanding programs that fill the needs of employers and close the skills gap by engaging in continuous research and evaluation of market trends. Young was also the executive director for UOnline, which was comprised of online graduate certificates, masters, and doctoral programs for the university. Programs included applied learning sciences, finance, accounting, business administration, public administration, sports administration, and music. Originally from Belize, Young holds an associates degree in business administration, a Bachelor of Science in business administration, a Master of Public Administration specializing in policy and human resource management, and is currently pursuing a doctorate in organizational leadership.
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Andy Brenits is Principal of Brenits Creative, a brand positioning and creative strategy firm that helps growing businesses and entrepreneurs doing by themselves compete with big-brands by creating a consistent way to look, communicate, and act. Before founding Brenits Creative Andy led in-house creative teams at Fortune 500 brands such as Banana Republic, The Gap, National Football League, KPMG, and Arizona Public Service. Andy is also President of the Board of Directors of InSource, the professional association for in-house creative leaders and serves on the Small Business Council of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce as well as the public arts council for the Town of Queen Creek where he lives with his family. An experienced mentor and teacher, Andy has taught undergraduate and graduate classes at Pratt Institute, Rowan University, The Art Institute of Phoenix, Sessions.edu, Columbia University, and most recently at Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA). He earned his Master’s Degree in Design Management from Pratt Institute and has a BFA in Graphic Design from the School of Visual Arts. When he isn’t proactively managing his to-do list, he’s busy cooking and taking photographs of his cactus flowers and family.
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Nora Del Rosario is a communicator on all things Gen Z. Growing up through the shift from Millennials to Gen Z, Nora understands what makes Gen Z unique through lived experience. She delivers heart-felt but informational speeches and consulting for leaders to better employ this new generation. To keep herself up to date, Nora talks to fellow Gen Z on discord and uploads to TikTok regularly.
$251 - $1,500
Referral Marketing Consultant
Hi! I love to help professionals new and old grow their networks. I work for the the premier Referral Marketing organization on the planet and I'm peeling back the curtain to help you build a better network. How can I bring value to your event? Come find out! I was raised in the concrete jungles of Brooklyn, New York. I've been running my own IT consulting firm for 20 years and have spent the last 5 years building my public speaking skills and developing content to inspire and motivate new business owners and entrepreneurs.
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Owner, creative director
Lisa Ghisolf is Gizmo Creative Factory, with 20+ years in print and digital design and WordPress development, and 18 years in business. She’s worked with big and small companies, publications and organizations alike, creating print and digital for Alight, the National Retail Foundation, State Farm, Marriott & many others. Lisa’s also well-practiced in putting out website fires, and has designed and built robust WordPress sites since 2008, starting nostalgically with HTML back in 1996. Lisa also offers training and maintenance and likes to work as a technology and design partner to her clients.
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Gil Adani, based in Israel, is the co-founder and CEO of ThriveDX, a global high tech and cybersecurity education solutions provider. He has more than 20 years of experience in the education technology industry. Together with Dan Vigdor, co-founder and executive chairman of ThriveDX, Adani is bringing the company to a place of leadership in the world cyber training market. Adani started learning coding at the age of 15 and later served in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) as a captain in the technological intelligence division. He studied accounting and law at Tel Aviv University and holds the title of LL.B from TAU, and is also a certified CPA. In 1996, Adani saw the need to train software engineers and co-founded an educational training institute that later became HackerU, and eventually ThriveDX. ThriveDX’s revolutionary educational models and teaching methods are used to train, upskill and reskill untapped talent pools from every type of socioeconomic background to serve the markets of tomorrow.
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Jenn is a Global HR and Recruiting leader with a passion for inclusion. With over two decades of experience in hyper-growth organizations (Slack, Nike, Apple, Starbucks), she has built strategies that lead talent to their life’s best work. Known for building organizations, vision creation, and candidate experience, she connected to the tech space right away. Jenn is an advocate for underrepresented communities and has served on the Board of Directors for Best Buddies to ensure a future in which all jobs are open to talent of all abilities. Jenn earned her Master Certificate in Strategic HR Management from Cornell University following a major in Music Therapy at Marylhurst University in Oregon. Jenn and her husband, twin boys (age 11), and daughter (age 4) are based in Austin, TX. Born to songwriting parents, Jenn is a lifelong musician and published author, and will happily chat about music or writing anytime.
$1,501 - $5,000
My name is Kris and I am a 20-year veteran of FIGURING LIFE OUT. I have owned an amazing production company and have produced some of the largest shows in the country from the Presidential Elections since 2004, to Carpet Events like the Mission Impossible Series. I was a self-published author in my 20s to a delightfully & horribly written book, I'm an inventor of a condom for your wine bottle, and I was a very successful real estate agent that also taught marketing across the USA. I am also a divorcee and deal with an ex-husband with which I have 2 sons. I've been broke, I've been wealthy and I have also been average. It seems to be a roller-coaster at times. I am a dream chaser and an emotional anchor tower too. But I live to conquer and inspire other moms to learn who they are and trust the unknown. Because that's where all the magic happens. Background Information: Kris Ford is a podcasting expert and founder of multiple start-ups and failed businesses. She loves to share the story of going from a victim of a poor mindset to a victor of making BIG dreams come true Need an expert to talk about the power of desire while being a mom, a divorcee, or just someone who has some emotional anchors to cut loose? Topics I Can Discuss: Why do we let emotional anchors sink our dreams and desires? (Don't know what an emotional anchor is? I'll explain on the podcast). How to be prepared for failing so you can win bigger. If starting a small business is a good idea for you Mistakes moms, mompreneurs, and divorcees with kids make. What to do if you're dreaming of doing something BIG and not doing it. 10 Interview Questions You Can Ask Me: Why did you have so many start-ups? What is it like to invent something? What are the benefits of failing? How to handle a NO from Shark Tank? How to have integrity in your business and not feel like you missed a big opportunity. What's more important dreaming or doing? Even if it means compromising your family, finances, and future? What are some mistakes Moms who know they are meant to do something big, but stay small? Why you can't wait for your kids to grow up to change your life? How to hear the whisper of your soul so you can make the right decisions? How is manic manifesting this decade's biggest marketing fail for dreamers? How followers, large email lists, and an impressive website doesn't mean you will have great success. How do you know when to throw in the towel? Previous Podcast and Media Appearances WJR Radio Real Geeks-Digital Marketing Expert Espresso Agent-Digital Marketing REALTOR Magazine- Best Digital Marketing Trainer Many others Other media mentions include Latanista, The D List, Blast Magazine
$1,501 - $5,000
Owner
Angela Edwards is the Chief Project Management Geek and Founder of Castle Thunder Consulting. With 20 years of experience of managing difficult and impossible projects, Angela can show business owners how to apply project management principles to bring organization to chaotic processes, projects, and environments. Project Management isn’t just a profession, it’s a mindset that can be applied to help anyone identify, understand, and address key tasks in a methodical and practical manner. Angela graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She also earned multiple graduate degrees from Strayer University, a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Science in Information Technology. Her professional certifications include Project Management Professional (PMP), Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), Professional Certified Coach (PCC), and Six Sigma Black Belt. Angela is an active member of the Project Management Institute (Central Virginia Chapter), Lakeside Volunteer Rescue Squad, US Figure Skating, Richmond Figure Skating Club, and Toastmasters International.
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Hi, I’m Vic Clesceri, a 2x Amazon best-selling author, professor, executive, and OD & Talent Management expert with over 30 years of experience. I co-host a nationally syndicated radio show on personal energy management, where we explore ways to enhance well-being and performance in today’s demanding world. Drawing from my leadership career, lessons from hiking the Camino de Santiago, and my Avodah Spiritual Ikigai model, I offer actionable insights on empowering leadership, resilience, and purpose. My talks equip teams and leaders to thrive both professionally and personally. I’d love to bring this message to your next event.
$5,001 - $10,000
Jeannette Roberes uses skillful storytelling techniques to present on topics related to digital accessibility, software & assistive technology for dyslexics, neurodiversity and online advocacy/activism. She is an author who has worked as a speech pathologist, software engineer and educator. She has spoken in over 40 countries and at over 30 conferences. Jeannette has earned recognition in The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report, among other professional acknowledgements. Her commitment to life-long learning is noted through her LETRS® early childhood facilitator certification, Fast ForWord® and PROJECT READ® curriculum certifications. Her debut book, Technical Difficulties: Why Dyslexic Narratives Matter in Tech, has received 5 star reviews across Goodreads and Amazon. Signature Talks: ● Dyslexia in the Digital Age ● Assistive Technology for ADHD ● Affirming Neurodiversity in Tech
$5,001 - $10,000