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Vernon Brundage Jr., an emerging voice for the millennial generation, is the author of the Amazon #1 best-selling book "Shoot Your Shot: A Sport-Inspired Guide To Living Your Best Life." A former standout basketball player, Vernon uses principles and techniques he adopted on the basketball court and relates to audiences how they can apply those same principles to their own lives in order to accomplish the goals they have set for themselves. In addition to being a published author and speaker, Vernon is also the Founder & Executive Director of investED Enrichment Services, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that equips at-risk youth and families residing in low-income communities with life skills.
$1,501 - $5,000
Creating & Connecting LGBTQ+ Resources in the San Francisco Bay Area
$251 - $1,500
Ashraf Tawakkol is an entrepreneur, a designer, and a techno-functional and a business leader. He had spent more than 30 years working with many talented designers, architects, engineers, artists and software developers across different startups, local and regional companies like Integrated Group, ARPU+, GN4ME and Taya IT, Where He successfully managed, assisted and mentored teams to create innovative and inspiring premium products and services. He is the Founder/CEO and principal designer of Forty Nine, a Design and Design Management Consultancy focusing on innovating products and ideas that move people, physically and emotionally. Ashraf Tawakkol is a mentor, speaker and consultant with incubators, the early stage VC firms, development institutions and public events in Egypt and the Middle East region such as; Innoventures, GESR, Flat6Labs, Techne Summit, TIEC, EBRD to name a few. He mentors for value creation and designing and developing compelling products and services and lectures about start-up strategy, Design Thinking, customer empathy, product design and development, business model design, storytelling, and innovation.
$5,001 - $10,000
With over 18 years experience in different marketing roles, I'm a well-versed individual in marketing. I've worked in both local and international organisations. My experience includes editorial consultancy and event management at a regional level. Topics in marketing, market research and sports marketing are my cup of tea. Looking forward to sharing my experiences and engaging like-minded individuals in Marketing
$251 - $1,500
Alexander is a Designer, Researcher and Coach at Me & Company. He has worked with teams in various industries – such as automotive, banking, commerce and publishing – and helped them create new businesses, design products and services or reshape their ways of working. He has also spoken at several Conferences and Meetups and hosted workshops for up to 100 people. Originally trained in communication design at Bergische Universität Wuppertal, he joined Me & Company in 2012 as first full-time employee and soon shifted his focus towards a holistic design approach. He is familiar with and works with many forms of human-centered design, He is also an advocate for intrapreneurship, sustainable corporate culture and lifelong learning. In private life, he supports the so called Third Wave Coffee movement. In his opinion it is a great blueprint for how common interest in quality and sustainability can result in improvements at all stages of production as much as in stronger relationships and better conditions for all stakeholders involved.
$1,501 - $5,000
Stephen Schork is a highly-acclaimed speaker and is widely recognized for his ability to integrate a vast array of information into a dynamic and succinct market view. His presentations include an overview of the key issues affecting energy industry professionals, together with a contextual basis in which to view market action. Stephen’s dynamic and thought-provoking presentations have established him as one of the industry’s most sought after energy experts. As a research analyst and trader, Stephen is distinguished by his skill in identifying pricing inefficiencies in and among commodity markets. Through a multi-disciplinary approach to trading and idea generation, Stephen blends these distinct disciplines to present a unique approach to market intelligence, with a focus on providing operative trading and hedging strategies. In 2005, Stephen Schork launched The Schork Group – a consulting/publishing firm that provides objective analysis of supply and demand economics, with special emphasis on the impact of geopolitical events on price volatility. Our clients represent a broad cross-section of the market sectors and include the largest and most influential producers, marketers, financial institutions, hedge funds, energy traders, and end-users in the world. This provides us with a true pulse on the factors driving energy prices and the trends for consumer demand. Our content is geared towards professionals in the global energy arena looking to improve economic performance while managing risk. Our analysis is based on proprietary probabilistic modeling which delve beyond the known data points to forecast price direction, identify pricing inefficiencies, and provide specific forward-pricing ranges at which to hedge exposure. Formerly a proprietary floor trader (Local) in the New York Mercantile Exchange’s energy complex, Stephen Schork has more than 25 years’ experience in physical commodity and derivatives trading, risk systems modeling, and structured commodity finance.
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Maureen L. Murat is an attorney and is principal of Crowdie Advisors, LLC, a business consulting firm dedicated to helping local and foreign entrepreneurs and small businesses form business entities, transact business (strategy, planning and problem-solving), and obtain financing via equity crowdfunding and other alternative financing methods. Maureen is a partner with Axes and Eggs, a blockchain think tank and digital advisory firm that focuses on blockchain consulting, education courses for executives and digital advisory services. She is also Operations Director with AffinitiVC, a venture capital firm that supports early stage fund managers. Maureen also serves as Of Counsel to Cogent Law Group, a law firm dedicated to helping clients meet their business objectives. Her practice focuses on corporate matters, cryptocurrency regulation compliance, securities and general tax matters. Find more information about Maureen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maureen-l-murat-esq/.
$1,501 - $5,000
PAUL MESHANKO President & CEO Legacy Business Cultures BRIEF BIO: Paul Meshanko is an author, professional speaker and business leader with over 27 years of experience in leadership development and organizational culture change. EDUCATION: Mr. Meshanko holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from The Ohio State University and a master's in business administration from Baldwin Wallace College. WORK: After a decade with AlliedSignal, he opened Legacy Business Cultures in 1997 to serve a growing demand for proven culture change strategies and tools within the private, government and not for profit sectors. Under his leadership, the company has grown to become one of the country’s most innovative and highly-regarded organizational development and training providers. PUBLISHED WORKS: His first book, Conversations on Success, was released in May 2006 and his second, The Respect Effect, was released in May 2012. The Respect Effect was expanded with additional research chapters and in 2013, McGraw-Hill published The Respect Effect: Using the science of neuroleadership to inspire a more loyal and productive workplace. Speaker, Facilitator and Training Professional: As a presenter, facilitator and training professional, Mr. Meshanko has inspired, trained and lead over a half million leaders and business professionals on five continents to help implement positive changes both individually and for their organizations as a whole. These changes have positively impacted their companies’ bottom lines, employee satisfaction scores, retention and other critical performance metrics. Just as importantly, many people have reached out to Mr. Meshanko to let me know how his programs have positively impacted their personal lives as well. Mr. Meshanko’ s instructional materials have been translated into over 25 languages and his newsletter, blogs and social media posts are read by thousands of people each month. Known for his ability to provide cutting–edge strategies and behavior change tools supported by the most current scientific research, his speaking topics include Leadership, organizational and personal adaptability, implicit and unconscious bias, employee engagement, sexual harassment and respectful work cultures. In addition, his company provides more in-depth support in the areas of culture change, leadership training, EEOC compliance and employee climate assessment. Legacy Business Cultures’ customizable training courses include: Connecting with Respect Increasing Human Effectiveness (accountability, adaptability and change) Blindsided: Uncovering, Understanding & Managing Bias Preventing Harassment & Discrimination in the Workplace Unlocking Your Potential (for teens and young adults) Safe Spaces ( sexual harassment training)
$5,001 - $10,000
After finding myself in a healing crisis on my way out with 15 different conditions/symptoms from stage 4 chronic kidney & fatty liver disease to diabetes, obesity, eczema, allergies,..., I took charge of my health to reverse it all. I have been there, done that. I have taken my BS Nutrition to a whole new level to evolve into a conditions specific nutrition & lifestyle coach using dietary protocols, target foods, nutritionals, & botanicals to return the body to a healing state reversing all health conditions. As my life purpose, I am now on a mission to share this with the world. Speaking is the best way for me to get information out. In my previous speaking engagements, I have averaged around 40 people, 10 different topics for groups at fitness center, rotary club, garden clubs, & looking for more visibility.
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More than 15 years of experience in Sales, Sales Management and General Management, specialized in IT companies. During my management experiences I've implemented different Sales Methodologies as SPIN selling or Value Selling, sales exercises as deep forecast meeting, value pipeline reviews, and top deals enlarge process. Sales are 80% science, 20% art. My latest position bring me the chance of building new departments or modernize existing one, based on three pillars, Value, process and people. 360º view on sales management, I've been marketing manager, sales manager and country manager thanks to these experiences I acquired knowledge not only in sales but marketing, HR and finance, working with mid-market companies, regional channel, national/international channel, and top accounts. Unified mission means better results. Collaboration is a key success factor, not just with external agents as channel, influencer or medias, but also internally, working closely through all internal departments build an unified mantra for the sales department and the entire company acting with a unique and aligned goal.
$5,001 - $10,000
Paul Overacker is a highly acclaimed Director, Producer, Editor, Cinematographer, and Technical Director, with over two decades of experience in live television production. He has been recognized with numerous awards and nominations for his outstanding work, including the prestigious Producers Guild of America's Produced By Mark for his feature film "Bottle Monster." Overacker's work spans a diverse range of genres and platforms, from major live events such as Super Bowl Live and the NFL Draft, to daytime and late-night talk shows, primetime dramas, entertainment, sports, news, and game show productions. He is the most awarded eSports Director in the world, having worked on popular shows such as "Clash Royale," "ESL Guild Wars 2 Pro League," "PlayStation E3 Experience," and "Behind the Scenes Look." In addition to his impressive professional accomplishments, Overacker is an active member of numerous entertainment organizations. He is a member of the Television Academy, where he participates as a Judge on the Primetime, Daytime, Sports, News, and Documentary, College, and the local Los Angeles Emmy's. He is also a former Board Member of Directors of the Motion Picture Editors Guild, where he still currently sits on various Committees including the Membership Outreach, Diversity, Fellowship and Service Award, Creative Recognition, Election, Longevity, and Career Committees. Overacker is committed to sharing his knowledge and experience with others in the entertainment industry. He has spoken at numerous universities and seminars, inspiring students and veterans alike with his insights into the challenges and opportunities of working in the industry. Overacker has also organized and moderated panel discussions for the Motion Picture Editors Guild with Hollywood’s top Technical Directors. With his extensive experience and broad range of expertise, Overacker is a dynamic and engaging public speaker who can captivate audiences with his engaging stories and insights. He is available for speaking engagements on a variety of topics related to the entertainment industry, including his experiences in live television production, eSports, and independent film.
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An ordained minister, revolutionary thinker, and transformative leader, Dr. MeMe Brown has established a distinguished reputation as a catalyst for change and confidence. Affectionately known as "Lady B," she is the wife of Dr. Eric L. Brown, Pastor and Founder of The Exodus Church, with current locations in Texas, Mississippi, and South Carolina. Hailing from Natchez, Mississippi, Dr. Brown received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Alcorn State University in the Spring of 2003. She went on to achieve a Masters in Divinity and completed her Doctorate in Ministry from Slidell Baptist Seminary in June of 2013. Lady B was officially ordained as a Minister of the Gospel on July 10, 2016. Having accepted the call to ministry, Dr. MeMe quickly became privy to the spiritual and socioeconomic barriers that were universally blocking women from walking in their purpose. Being a strong advocate for female liberation, she began her pursuit of empowerment by strategizing to encourage through speaking, teaching, counseling, and social media. In pursuit of said endeavors, she launched the I Am™ Women’s Ministry at the Exodus Church to encourage women to never suffer from an identity crisis. Branded a Life Stylist with the expertise of a Confidence Coach, she is the founder of Muse Material: a mentoring platform focused on styling clients from the inside out providing the fundamentals to womanhood by using biblical principles and practical application. Most recently this has led to the launch of Word Girl™, a weekly broadcast where she engages a national audience in a transparent yet impactful way. Further accomplishments include the Not Your Average Chick™ Women’s Conference, which has spearheaded NYAC City Tours and NYAC @ Nite. Lady B is also the proud author of I am NYAC, Kingdom Edition an in-depth motivational study of the most notable women in the Bible, as well The 31 Day Selfie Challenge and Spirits that Attack Women, which she co-authored with her husband, Dr. Eric L. Brown. Her animated and out-of-the box approach to life and ministry truly mirrors her effusive personality. Dr. MeMe Brown currently serves as the Executive Pastor of The Exodus Church, and she is most proud to mother Cire S. Brown and daughter Savi M. Brown. Her lifestyle and teachings both inspire and challenge women to develop a stronger and more authentic relationship with God.
$251 - $1,500